Teatro Nacional de São Carlos, Lisbon

Name: Teatro Nacional de São Carlos
Address: Rua Serpa Pinto 9, Lisbon, 1200-442, Portugal
Telephone: 346-8408

#89 among attractions in Lisbon

Theater, Opera, Ballet, Concerts and shows

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The Teatro Nacional de São Carlos is an opera house in Lisbon, Portugal. It was opened on June 30, 1793 by Queen Maria I as a replacement for the Tejo Opera House, which was destroyed in the 1755 Lisbon earthquake. The theatre is located in the historical center of Lisbon, in the Chiado district. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 30 June 1793 (230 years ago)Coordinates: 38°42'34"N, 9°8'30"W

Address

Rua Serpa Pinto 9Santa Maria Maior (Mártires)Lisbon 1200-442 Portugal

Contact

346-8408

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Teatro Nacional de São Carlos open?

Teatro Nacional de São Carlos is open:

Monday 1 pm - 7 pm
Tuesday 1 pm - 7 pm
Wednesday 1 pm - 7 pm
Thursday 1 pm - 7 pm
Friday 1 pm - 7 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Teatro Nacional de São Carlos?

Nearby attractions include Teatro São Luiz, Lisbon (1 min walk), Chiado Museum, Lisbon (2 min walk), Basilica of Our Lady of the Martyrs, Lisbon (2 min walk), Chiado, Lisbon (3 min walk).

How to get to Teatro Nacional de São Carlos by public transport?

The nearest stations to Teatro Nacional de São Carlos:

Tram

Chiado • Lines: 28E (2 min walk)
Rua Vitor Cordon/Rua Serpa Pinto • Lines: 28E (3 min walk)

Bus

Praça Luís de Camões • Lines: 202, 758 (3 min walk)
Rua do Alecrim • Lines: 202, 22B, 758 (4 min walk)

Metro

Baixa-Chiado • Lines: Azul, Verde (3 min walk)
Cais do Sodré • Lines: Verde (8 min walk)

Train

Cais do Sodré (9 min walk)
Rossio (10 min walk)

Ferry

Cais do Sodré • Lines: Ferries da Transtejo (11 min walk)