Jerónimos Monastery Tickets
Description
When you find yourself in the Belém neighborhood, a visit to its iconic site can be seamlessly arranged with a ticket to the Jerónimos Monastery. This landmark is a true exemplar of Manueline architecture in Lisbon.
Reasons to Explore the Jerónimos Monastery
Situated in the Belém area, mere steps from the renowned Belém Tower, the Jerónimos Monastery stands as one of the most significant historical sites in Portugal.
With your ticket to the Jerónimos Monastery, you are free to explore this World Heritage Site at your own pace. Constructed in the early 16th century, this extraordinary monument exemplifies the Gothic-Manueline style, a distinctive architectural style that developed in Portugal during the reign of Manuel I.
A highlight of your visit will be the Igreja de Santa Maria de Belém, a church renowned for its stunning ribbed vault and single nave. Inside, you will find the remains of Manuel I and his wife, Mary of Aragon, alongside the tombs of prominent figures such as Vasco da Gama, Luís de Camões, and Fernando Pessoa.
Your exploration should also include the enchanting cloister of the Jerónimos Monastery. This inward-facing courtyard, fashioned in the Manueline style, is located adjacent to the church's northern entrance and was constructed at the same time. If you observe carefully, you might spot the letter M ingeniously carved throughout various locations of the cloister.
The monastery is conveniently positioned beside Praça do Império, a picturesque park near the Belém Tower and the Monument of the Discoveries, both beautifully situated along the banks of the Tagus River.
Visiting Hours
The Jerónimos Monastery is open to the public during the following hours:
- Tuesday to Sunday: 9 am to 5:30 pm
Admission for Children Under 12
It’s important to note that children under 12 years old can enter free of charge. They will need to obtain a ticket at the ticket office and present an ID.
Guided Tour of Jerónimos Monastery
If you wish to delve deeper into the historical significance of this remarkable monument, consider booking our tour of Belém and the Jerónimos Monastery.
What's included
- Admission ticket to Jerónimos Monastery
- Audio guide in English (depending on selection)
Cancellation policy
Non rimborsabile
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible.
Important information
THIS BOOKING VOUCHER IS NOT A VALID TICKET FOR ENTRY TO THE MONASTERY OF LOS JERÓNIMOS.
The day before your visit, you'll receive an email with the digital tickets. If you have booked the tour option with an audio guide, you'll also receive instructions to use the audio guide, which you should download on your smartphone. Please check the spam folder in your email as well.
Opening Times
The Jerónimos Monastery is open during the following times:
- Tuesday to Sunday: 9 am to 5:30 pm
Meeting Points
At least 10 minutes before the designated time, you'll need to go to the entrance of the Jerónimos Monastery, located at the following address: Praça do Império 1400-206 Lisbon, Portugal.
Please note that, although you won't need to wait in line at the ticket office, you'll still need to wait in the access queue for the monument, where various safety checks are carried out.
Important Info
- Please note that there tends to be long lines to access the Jerónimos Monastery, especially at peak hours.
- If you book the ticket with an audio guide, an Android smartphone (version 9.0 and later) or iOS smartphone (version 17.0 and later) is required. The audio guide is not compatible with Windows phones, iPhone X or earlier, iPhone SE (1st generation), iPod Touch, iPad (5th generation or earlier), iPad Air (2nd generation or earlier), iPad Mini (4th generation or earlier), or the 12.9-inch iPad Pro (1st generation).
- In addition, please keep in mind that, during 2025, there will be a series of restoration works in the monastery that may affect the visit.
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