Basilica da Estrela, Lisbon

Name: Basilica da Estrela
Address: Praça da Estrela, Lisbon, 1200-667, Portugal
Telephone: +351 21 396 0915

#58 among attractions in Lisbon

Baroque architecture, Church

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Facts and practical information

The Estrela Basilica or the Royal Basilica and Convent of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, is a minor basilica and ancient carmelite convent in Lisbon, Portugal. ()

Local name: Basílica da Estrela Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 38°42'49"N, 9°9'39"W

Address

Praça da EstrelaEstrela (Lapa)Lisbon 1200-667 Portugal

Contact

+351 21 396 0915

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Day trips

Basilica da Estrela – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Estádio das Amoreiras, Verride Palace, Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, São Bento Mansion.

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Sport venue, Sport, Cinema
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Palace
Verride Palace, Lisbon
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Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga, Lisbon
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~1600 ftE
Palace
São Bento Mansion, Lisbon
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Museum, Fernando Pessoa, Historical place
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High-level, 18th-century aqueduct
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0.6 miW
Cemetery
Cemitério dos Prazeres, Lisbon
15 min walk • Prazeres Cemetery is one of the largest cemeteries in Lisbon, Portugal; it is located in the freguesia of Estrela, in western Lisbon. It is considered to be one of the most beautiful and famous cemeteries in the world. It is home to the Mausoleum of the Dukes of Palmela, the largest mausoleum in Europe.
0.7 miSW
Baroque architecture, Palace, Architecture
Necessidades Palace, Lisbon
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0.5 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Public art
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0.4 miE
Historic building and seat of parliament
São Bento Palace, Lisbon
11 min walk • São Bento Palace in Lisbon is the seat of the Assembly of the Portuguese Republic, the parliament of Portugal. Originally constructed in 1598, São Bento has served as the seat of Portugal's parliament since 1834, when the former monastery of the Benedictine Order was dissolved after the Liberal Wars.
0.6 miNE
Synagogue
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Basilica da Estrela open?

Basilica da Estrela is open:

Monday 10:30 am - 7:30 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am - 7:30 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am - 7:30 pm
Thursday 10:30 am - 7:30 pm
Friday 10:30 am - 7:30 pm
Saturday 10:30 am - 7:30 pm
Sunday 10:30 am - 7:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Basilica da Estrela?

Nearby attractions include St. George's Church, Lisbon (6 min walk), Casa Fernando Pessoa, Lisbon (6 min walk), São Bento Mansion, Lisbon (8 min walk), Mercado de Campo de Ourique, Lisbon (9 min walk).

How to get to Basilica da Estrela by public transport?

The nearest stations to Basilica da Estrela:

Bus

Estrela • Lines: 720, 738, 773 (1 min walk)
Estrela - Rua Domingos Sequeira • Lines: 709 (2 min walk)

Tram

Estrela • Lines: 25E, 28E (2 min walk)
Rua João de Deus • Lines: 25E (2 min walk)

Metro

Rato • Lines: Amarela (15 min walk)
Avenida • Lines: Azul (25 min walk)

Train

Santos (15 min walk)
Alcântara-Terra (19 min walk)

Ferry

Cais do Sodré • Lines: Ferries da Transtejo (28 min walk)