Free attractions with the Lisboa Card
Discover Lisbon with the Lisboa Card: free entry to top attractions such as Torre de Belém, Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, Castelo de São Jorge and other sights.
With the Lisboa Card, you can visit around 50 sights for free. On this page, we present ten of the best sights for which you don't have to pay admission with the Lisboa Card.
You can find a complete list of all the attractions here: Official Lisboa Card Guide
Torre de Belém
The Torre de Belém is an impressive landmark in Lisbon and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Manueline-style tower was built between 1514 and 1521 and originally served as a lighthouse and cannon position to defend the entrance to the port. Inside the tower, visitors can explore various floors, including the royal hall and a chapel, before reaching the 35-metre-high viewing platform, which offers breathtaking views over the Tagus and Lisbon.
With the Lisboa Card, a visit to the Torre de Belém is free of charge. Please note, however, that a reservation is required to visit the Torre de Belém with the Lisboa Card. This cannot be done online, but must be made on site at the Jardim da Torre de Belém at an Ask Me Lisboa kiosk (open daily from 09:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00), where you can obtain a time slot ticket.
Mosteiro dos Jerónimos
The Mosteiro dos Jerónimos is an impressive architectural masterpiece in Lisbon and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Construction of the monastery began in 1501 under King Manuel I and took around 100 years to complete. It was built in honour of Vasco da Gama and his successful voyage to India and symbolizes the height of Portuguese power in the Age of Discovery. Visitors can see the magnificent church of Santa Maria with the tombs of famous personalities such as Vasco da Gama and Fernando Pessoa, as well as the impressive two-storey cloister.
With the Lisboa Card, visitors have free entry to the monastery and do not have to queue at the ticket office. To visit the monastery, simply show your Lisboa Card to the staff at the entrance.
Castelo de São Jorge
The Castelo de São Jorge is another historical landmark in Lisbon, perched on a hill overlooking the River Tagus. The fortress has a rich history dating back to the 11th century, when it was built by the Moors. After the Christian conquest in 1147, it served as a royal residence for centuries.
Today, the Castelo offers visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the past while enjoying a breathtaking panoramic view over Lisbon. Highlights include the walkable fortress walls, the Torre de Ulisses with its camera obscura, the archaeological excavations and the extensive gardens with native trees.
A visit to the fortress is free with the Lisboa Card. There is a separate ticket office for Lisboa Card holders and locals. You will receive free admission at this ticket office.
Museo Nacional del Azulejo
The Museu Nacional do Azulejo in Lisbon is a fascinating museum dedicated to Portuguese tile art. It is housed in a former 16th century monastery and offers visitors a comprehensive overview of the development of azulejos from the 15th century to the present day.
One of the highlights is an impressive 36-metre-long tile panel showing Lisbon before the devastating earthquake of 1755. The collection includes not only Portuguese works, but also azulejos from other countries such as Spain, France and even the Arab world. Visitors can admire the artistically designed tiles, which range from geometric patterns to religious motifs and everyday scenes.
The Lisboa Card gives you free entry to the museum without having to queue at the ticket office. Lisboa Card holders get priority entry and skip the queue.
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Panteão Nacional
The Panteão Nacional in Lisbon is an impressive building with a fascinating history. Originally planned in the 17th century as the church of Santa Engrácia, construction took an astonishing three centuries, earning it the nickname "the church that never ends". It was not until 1966 that the baroque masterpiece was completed and transformed into today's National Pantheon.
The architecture of the building is breathtaking, with a large white dome that dominates the Lisbon skyline. Inside, visitors can expect magnificent marble floors, ornate wood paneling and beautiful azulejos. The Panteão Nacional now serves as the final resting place of important Portuguese personalities, including former presidents, writers and the famous fado singer Amália Rodrigues.
The Lisboa Card not only gives you free entry to the Pantheon, but also priority access to avoid queues. This is a particular advantage in the high season.
Pilar 7 - Bridge Experience
The Pilar 7 Bridge Experience is an attraction in Lisbon that offers visitors a unique insight into the famous Ponte 25 de Abril. Opened in September 2017, the interactive exhibition allows visitors to explore the history and engineering of the iconic suspension bridge.
A highlight is the elevator that takes visitors to a height of almost 90 meters, where they can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view over Lisbon from a viewing platform. Multimedia installations, models and photographs illustrate the construction of the bridge, and a virtual reality tour takes visitors through areas of the bridge that are otherwise inaccessible.
The Pilar 7 Bridge Experience can be visited free of charge with the Lisboa Card. The Lisboa Card must be shown at the ticket office in order to receive an admission ticket.
Arco da Rua Augusta
The Arco da Rua Augusta is a landmark in the heart of Lisbon and connects the Praça do Comércio with the Rua Augusta. This majestic triumphal arch was designed after the devastating earthquake of 1755 as a symbol of the city's reconstruction and resilience.
With a height of around 30 meters, it not only offers visitors an impressive sight, but also a fascinating history. The ornate sculptures on the arch depict important figures from Portuguese history, including Vasco da Gama and the Marquês de Pombal.
Tourists can climb the Arco da Rua Augusta and enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree view over Lisbon from the viewing platform. From here you can see the Terreiro do Paço, the Pombaline district, the cathedral, the Castelo de São Jorge and the Tagus. Entry is free with the Lisboa Card.
Padrão dos Descobrimentos
The Padrão dos Descobrimentos, also known as the Monument to the Discoveries, stands on the banks of the Tagus in Lisbon. The 52-metre-high monument was erected in 1960 to mark the 500th anniversary of the death of Henry the Navigator and symbolizes Portugal's golden age of discovery in the 15th and 16th centuries. It is in the shape of a ship's bow and depicts 33 important figures in Portuguese history, led by Henry the Navigator.
Visitors can take an elevator to the viewing platform, from where they have a breathtaking view of the Tagus, the Ponte 25 de Abril and the surrounding Belém district.
Admission is free with the Lisboa Card. Simply show your card at the ticket office.
Palácio Nacional da Ajuda
The Palácio Nacional da Ajuda is an impressive example of neoclassical architecture and was the last residence of the Portuguese royal family. Built in the 19th century, the palace offers visitors a fascinating insight into the life of the monarchy.
On the first floor, which has been converted into a museum, visitors can admire sumptuously furnished rooms with precious furniture, works of art and decorations from five centuries. Particular highlights include the luxurious banquet hall with its imposing crystal chandeliers and the Sachsensaal, which is decorated with precious Meissen porcelain.
With the Lisboa Card, admission is free and you get priority entry. Queues can thus be avoided.
Elevador de Santa Justa
The Elevador de Santa Justa is a famous elevator in the heart of Lisbon that connects the districts of Baixa (Lower Town) with Chiado and Bairro Alto (Upper Town). The 45-metre high, artistically designed iron elevator tower was built in 1902 in the neo-Gothic style and offers visitors not only a practical connection between the different levels of the city, but also a unique architectural experience.
The two historic, wood-paneled cabins with brass fittings can carry 24 people each. The highlight of the visit is undoubtedly the viewing platform on the roof of the elevator, from where you have a breathtaking 360-degree view over Lisbon with the Castelo de São Jorge and the roofs of the Baixa.
Use of the elevator is free with the Lisboa Card, but you often have to expect long waiting times. The viewing platform can also be visited without the elevator.
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