Bemposta Palace, Lisbon

Name: Bemposta Palace
Address: Lisbon, Portugal

#175 among attractions in Lisbon

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The Bemposta Palace, also known as the Paço da Rainha, is a neoclassical palace in the area of Bemposta, now the civil parish of Pena, in Lisbon. It was originally built for Queen Dowager Catherine of Braganza on her return from London to Lisbon and served for many years as her residence. It was then transferred to the Casa do Infantado, before becoming the residence of John VI of Portugal until his death. After Queen Maria II of Portugal transferred its title to the Army, it became the Portuguese Military Academy. ()

Local name: Palácio da Bemposta Opened: 1693 (331 years ago)Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 38°43'25"N, 9°8'17"W

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Arroios (Pena)Lisbon Portugal

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Bemposta Palace – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Avenida da Liberdade, Palacette Mayer, Hot Club of Portugal, Rossio Square.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bemposta Palace?

Nearby attractions include Igreja dos Anjos, Lisbon (6 min walk), Jardim do Torel, Lisbon (9 min walk), Palace of the Counts of Redondo, Lisbon (11 min walk), Coliseu dos Recreios, Lisbon (13 min walk).

How to get to Bemposta Palace by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bemposta Palace:

Bus

Paço da Rainha • Lines: 730 (1 min walk)
Campo de Santana • Lines: 17B, 760, 767 (3 min walk)

Metro

Intendente • Lines: Verde (5 min walk)
Anjos • Lines: Verde (8 min walk)

Tram

Igreja dos Anjos • Lines: 28E (5 min walk)
Rua Maria • Lines: 28E (7 min walk)

Train

Rossio (17 min walk)
Lisbon-Santa Apolónia Station (27 min walk)