This is what a visit to the Sé Cathedral, the oldest church in Lisbon, is like

Tu visit of the beautiful city of Lisbon, Portugal, will be incomplete if you do not know some of its main monuments, such as the St. George's castle or on cathedral.

Precisely going up towards the aforementioned castle, in the surroundings of the popular Alfama neighborhood, and on the tourist route and very famous tram 28 that takes you to the Santa Lucia viewpoint, is where you will find the historic building of the Lisbon cathedral.

You should know that Cathedral known as the Sé de Lisboa, and it is about the oldest church de la ciudad.

Indeed. The current cathedral was built in 1147, the year in which Lisbon It was reconquered from the Muslims by the army of Alfonso Enriquez and a group of crusaders coming from northern Europe.

Curiosities about the history of the Sé Cathedral in Lisbon

The church was built on the site that until then was occupied by the main mosque.

But the vestiges of human occupation date back to a much earlier time, as has been confirmed in the excavations which have been taking place since 1990 in the courtyard of the cathedral cloister.

Remains of the Phoenician occupation have been found there, as well as those of a commercial street that existed during Roman times.

La Sé de Lisboa (Lisbon Cathedral) It was built in romantic style, but with the passage of time other architectural styles were incorporated, as the building has undergone numerous renovations.

Thus, in the 13th century, next to the church, a gothic style convent.

Later, the earthquake that hit Lisbon in 1755 demolished the presbytery and the lantern that crowned the transept.

What to see when visiting the Sé de Lisboa

Now when visits to the Sé de Lisboa First you will see the façade and the main nave of romantic style, but then inside there are corners and elements of Gothic style.

The specific objectives of the old cloister from the 13th century, in which excavations are being carried out, is Gothic style.

During your walk inside the cathedral you will be able to see the Tesoro, where the relics of San Vicente, Patron saint of Lisbon.

It is also worth highlighting the Sacristy, as well as several tombs of Gothic style and, as a curiosity, a clay nativity scene shown in one of the chapels.

Visiting hours of the Sé Cathedral of Lisbon

The Visiting hours of the Sé de Lisboa They are, from May to October, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, from 9,30:19 a.m. to 10 p.m.; on Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 18 a.m. to XNUMX p.m.; and on Sundays and holidays, the church is closed to visitors.

The rest of the year, the hours are Monday to Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 18 p.m.

Ticket prices I know from Lisbon

La entrance to the cathedral building is free, but you will have to pay for visit the Treasury and climb the High Choir.

The ticket prices It is 4 euros for adults, and 2 euros for children from 7 to 12 years old, with free entry for those under 7 years old.

Guided tours of Lisbon

Looking ahead to your getaway to the Portuguese capital, you may be interested in signing up for this guided tour of Lisbon which is carried out with the company of a guide in spanish and lasting 3 hours.

During the tour you will get to know some of the most important corners of the city center, among which is the cathedral.

It will also be useful for you to consult the various tours and excursions that you can do in Lisbon and its surroundings.

Photos of the Sé Cathedral of Lisbon

Here you have more photos of Lisbon cathedral, what do you find in the Alfama neighborhood.