Walls of Lisbon, Lisbon

#114 among attractions in Lisbon

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The walls of Lisbon are a series of three nested defensive stone-wall complexes built at different times to defend Lisbon. They consist of the São Jorge Castle proper and its walls, the cerca moura and its lateral extension the muralha de D. Diniz, and the cerca fernandina. While the castle walls are essentially intact, the remaining walls are only visible in fragments embedded in buildings and open spaces in contemporary Lisbon. ()

Coordinates: 38°42'49"N, 9°8'8"W

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Santa Maria Maior (São Cristóvão e São Lourenço)Lisbon Portugal

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Walls of Lisbon – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Elevador de Santa Justa, São Jorge Castle, Carmo Convent, Lisbon Cathedral.

~1240 ftSW
1902-built elevator linking city levels
Elevador de Santa Justa, Lisbon
6 min walk • The Elevador de Santa Justa stands as an iconic structure in the heart of Lisbon, Portugal. This wrought-iron elevator, which soars to a height of 45 meters, was inaugurated in 1902 and has since become an indispensable sight for tourists exploring the city.
~830 ftSE
Hilltop Moorish castle with palace ruins
São Jorge Castle, Lisbon
4 min walk • The São Jorge Castle is an iconic landmark perched atop a hill in the heart of Lisbon, Portugal. This historic fortress offers sweeping views of the city and the Tagus River, making it one of Lisbon's most visited tourist attractions.
~1380 ftSW
Museum, Gothic architecture, History museum
Carmo Convent, Lisbon
7 min walk • The Carmo Convent, nestled in the heart of Lisbon, Portugal, stands as a poignant reminder of the city's storied past and its enduring beauty. This historical monument, now functioning as an archaeological museum, offers a unique glimpse into the rich tapestry of...
~1610 ftSE
Latin-cross-shape 12th-century cathedral
Lisbon Cathedral, Lisbon
8 min walk • Lisbon Cathedral, known locally as Sé de Lisboa, stands as a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry, blending Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque architectural styles. As the oldest church in the Portuguese capital, the cathedral has witnessed the ebb and flow...
~1420 ftS
18th-century baroque Catholic church
Santo António Church, Lisbon
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lisbon, the Santo António Church stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage and its devotion to Saint Anthony, the patron saint of lost things and of the city itself. This revered church is situated in the charming Alfama...
~1120 ftW
Square
Rossio Square, Lisbon
6 min walk • Rossio Square, officially known as Praça Dom Pedro IV, is a vibrant and historic plaza located in the heart of Lisbon, Portugal. For centuries, it has been a focal point of the city, a place where locals and tourists mingle against a backdrop of majestic colonial-era...
~1790 ftNE
Church, Baroque architecture, Mannerist architecture
Graça Convent, Lisbon
9 min walk • The Graça Convent, perched on one of the highest hills in Lisbon, Portugal, is a historic monument that offers breathtaking views of the city and the Tagus River. This architectural gem, originally built in 1271, is a testament to the rich religious and cultural...
~1290 ftW
Theater in a rebuilt neoclassical palace
Teatro Nacional D. Maria II, Lisbon
7 min walk • The Queen Maria II National Theatre is a theatre in Lisbon, Portugal. The historic theatre is one of the most prestigious Portuguese venues and is located in the Rossio square, in the centre of the city.
~1860 ftSE
Literary museum in 16th-century mansion
Casa dos Bicos, Lisbon
9 min walk • The Casa dos Bicos is a historical house in the civil parish of Santa Maria Maior, in the Portuguese municipality of Lisbon. The house, built in the early 16th century in the Alfama neighbourhood, has a curious façade of spikes, influenced by Italian Renaissance palaces and Portuguese Manueline styles.
~830 ftN
Square
Martim Moniz, Lisbon
4 min walk • Praça Martim Moniz is a square in Lisbon, Portugal. It is named after Martim Moniz. There are stops on the Lisbon Metro "Martim Moniz" and Lisbon tramway at the square.
~1790 ftS
Gothic architecture, Church
Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição Velha, Lisbon
9 min walk • The Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição is a church in the civil parish of Madalena, in the municipality of Lisbon. The Church of Conceição dos Freires, or Conceição Velha, was not included in the original plans to reconstruct the Lisbon riverfront, even though it was partially ruined.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Walls of Lisbon?

Nearby attractions include Praça da Figueira, Lisbon (4 min walk), São Jorge Castle, Lisbon (4 min walk), Martim Moniz, Lisbon (4 min walk), Igreja de São Domingos, Lisbon (5 min walk).

How to get to Walls of Lisbon by public transport?

The nearest stations to Walls of Lisbon:

Tram

Square of the Fig Tree • Lines: 12E, 15E, 25E (3 min walk)
Martim Moniz • Lines: 12E, 28E (3 min walk)

Bus

Praça da Figueira • Lines: 208, 714, 737, 760, 774 (4 min walk)
Martim Moniz • Lines: 208, 708, 734, 760 (4 min walk)

Metro

Rossio • Lines: Verde (4 min walk)
Martim Moniz • Lines: Verde (7 min walk)

Train

Rossio (9 min walk)
Lisboa Santa Apolónia (18 min walk)

Ferry

Cais do Sodré • Lines: Ferries da Transtejo (22 min walk)