Monastery of the Mónicas, Lisbon

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The Monastery of the Mónicas, located in São Vicente, Lisbon, was a Portuguese nunnery dedicated to the mother of Augustine of Hippo, Saint Monica. It later became a prison. ()

Local name: Convento das Mónicas Established: 1585 (439 years ago)Coordinates: 38°42'55"N, 9°7'49"W

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São Vicente (São Vicente de Fora)Lisbon Portugal

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Monastery of the Mónicas – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: São Jorge Castle, Monastery of São Vicente de Fora, Lisbon Cathedral, Panteão Nacional.

~1440 ftSW
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Stylish mannerist church and monastery
Monastery of São Vicente de Fora, Lisbon
4 min walk • Perched upon one of Lisbon's highest hills, the Monastery of São Vicente de Fora is a monumental church that stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. Originally founded in 1147 by the first king of Portugal, Afonso Henriques, the present edifice...
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~1590 ftE
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Panteão Nacional, Lisbon
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~700 ftN
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~1740 ftW
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~1930 ftS
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Monastery of the Mónicas?

Nearby attractions include Igreja do Menino Deus, Lisbon (4 min walk), Monastery of São Vicente de Fora, Lisbon (4 min walk), Graça Convent, Lisbon (4 min walk), Pantheon of the Patriarchs of Lisbon, Lisbon (5 min walk).

How to get to Monastery of the Mónicas by public transport?

The nearest stations to Monastery of the Mónicas:

Bus

Largo da Graça • Lines: 10B (2 min walk)
São Tomé • Lines: 10B (2 min walk)

Tram

Voz do Operário • Lines: 28E (3 min walk)
Rua dos Lagares • Lines: 12E (3 min walk)

Metro

Martim Moniz • Lines: Verde (9 min walk)
Rossio • Lines: Verde (11 min walk)

Train

Lisboa Santa Apolónia (11 min walk)
Lisbon-Santa Apolónia Station (11 min walk)

Ferry

Cais do Sodré • Lines: Ferries da Transtejo (29 min walk)