Se Cathedral (Lisbon) 
Cultural Attractions
The Lisbon Cathedral is one of the oldest churches in the city, built in 1147 on the site of an old mosque after Christians took over the city in the Second Crusade. It has been the seat of the Bishopric of Lisbon since the city's first Bishop post-Reconquista Gilbert of Hastings took up the mantle. Originally built in Romanesque style, it has Neoclassical, Gothic and Baroque elements from subsequent renovations over the centuries.
The imposing Cathedral resembles a fortress, with its west façade featuring 2 bell towers flanking the portal, and crenellations along the roof. The archivolt windows at the top of the towers offer a glimpse of the bells. Laid out on the plan of a Roman Cross, the Cathedral has austere interiors with Gothic arches and a high barrel vaulting over the nave. To the left of the entrance is a marble baptismal font used to baptize Saint Anthony in 1195, framed by azulejos tiles and paintings illustrating episodes from the life of the saint. The main chapel and ambulatory were converted by Afonso IV into a Gothic style royal pantheon for him and his family, but only the ambulatory survived the 1755 earthquake. The ambulatory houses 3 notable Gothic tombs belonging to the 7th Lord of Ferreira de Aves Lopo Fernandes Pacheco and his wife Maria de Vilalobos in the Chapel of San Cosme and San Damiano, along with an unidentified royal princess in the Chapel of Santa Ana. Also of note are the funerary chapel of Bartolomeu Joanes, Chapel of Santa Maria Maior which has an iron grid with zoomorphic motifs, crib by the sculptor Joaquim Machado de Castro in the Chapel of Santo Ildefonso, and the Gothic choir.
Behind the Cathedral are the 14th century Portuguese Gothic cloisters that were built directly on top of the previous mosque. Excavations here have also led to the discovery of Roman and Visigothic remains. In one of the chapels here, Queen Eleanor of Viseu founded the Irmandade de Invocação a Nossa Senhora da Misericórdia de Lisboa (Brotherhood of Invocation to Our Lady of Mercy of Lisbon) which evolved into the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Lisboa, a Catholic charitable institution.
The south tower houses the Treasury, showcasing ecclesiastical silver objects, relics, icons, religious art, vestments, statuary, jewelry, and illuminated manuscripts from the 15th - 16th centuries.
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About Se Cathedral (Lisbon)
Largo Santo António da Sé, Lisbon, Portugal
+351 218 866 752
Se Cathedral (Lisbon) and Nearby Attractions on Map
Nearby Attractions km / mile
Museu do Azulejo(2.4 km)
One of the most important national museums, for its singular collection, Azulejo, an artistic expression which differentiates Portuguese culture, and for the unique building where it is installed, former Madre de Deus Convent, founded in 1509 by Queen Dona Leonor.
Gloria Funicular(1 km)
Inaugurated on 24 October 1885, this funicular was the second to be placed in Lisbon.
Bica Funicular(1.1 km)
This funicular was inaugurated on 28 June 1892 and its route is known as the most typical of the city.
Lavra Funicular(1.2 km)
The oldest funicular of Lisbon was inaugurated on 19 April 1884 and on that day it worked for 16 consecutive hours, carrying more than 3,000 passengers free.
Rua Augusta Arch(0.3 km)
Feira da Ladra(0.9 km)
Bustling flea market with antique stores.
Lisbon Botanical Gardens(1.6 km)
A hidden gem.
Museu do Teatro Romano(0.1 km)
The Museu do Teatro Romano (Roman Theatre Museum) showcases the archeological remains of the adjacent Roman theatre that was built by Emperor Augustus in the 1st century BC in Felicitas Julia Olisipo, as Lisbon was known during the time.
50 Se Cathedral (Lisbon) Tickets and Tours in Lisbon
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Lisbon Guided Walking TourLisbon Guided Walking Tour
(264 reviews) 3 hours 30 minutes
$18
... Admire the Eden Theatre, Sé de Lisboa cathedral and the cafes and boutiques of the el...
... Admire the Eden Theatre, Sé de Lisboa cathedral and the cafes and boutiques...
... Admire the Eden Theatre, Sé de Lisboa cathedral and the cafes and boutiques of the el...
... Admire the Eden Theatre, Sé de Lisboa cathedral and the cafes and boutiques...
Welcome to Lisbon 3-Hour Private Walking TourWelcome to Lisbon 3-Hour Private Walking Tour
(229 reviews) 3 hour
$30
... preferences and see sights such as the Cathedral, Terreiro do Paço and more. Taste tr...
... preferences and see sights such as the Cathedral, Terreiro do Paço and more...
... preferences and see sights such as the Cathedral, Terreiro do Paço and more. Taste tr...
... preferences and see sights such as the Cathedral, Terreiro do Paço and more...
Best of Lisbon Walking Tour: Rossio, Chiado & AlfamaBest of Lisbon Walking Tour: Rossio, Chiado & Alfama
(99 reviews) 3 hour
$18
...icons, such as Rossio Square and Lisbon Cathedral. Then get a closer look at the city's...
...icons, such as Rossio Square and Lisbon Cathedral. Then get a closer look at ...
...icons, such as Rossio Square and Lisbon Cathedral. Then get a closer look at the city's...
...icons, such as Rossio Square and Lisbon Cathedral. Then get a closer look at ...
Small-Group Lisbon Sightseeing Tour by Segway with Food TastingsSmall-Group Lisbon Sightseeing Tour by Segway with Food Tastings
(88 reviews) 2 hours
$71
...de São Jorge, the famous Sé de Lisboa Cathedral and the Baroque-style St Anthony of P...
...de São Jorge, the famous Sé de Lisboa Cathedral and the Baroque-style St An...
...de São Jorge, the famous Sé de Lisboa Cathedral and the Baroque-style St Anthony of P...
...de São Jorge, the famous Sé de Lisboa Cathedral and the Baroque-style St An...
Private Tour: Lisbon and Sintra Sightseeing Tour by Convertible BeetlePrivate Tour: Lisbon and Sintra Sightseeing Tour by Convertible Beetle
(69 reviews) Varies
$72
...famous landmarks like the Sé de Lisboa Cathedral and Castelo de São Jorge. Explore Li...
...famous landmarks like the Sé de Lisboa Cathedral and Castelo de São Jorge. ...
...famous landmarks like the Sé de Lisboa Cathedral and Castelo de São Jorge. Explore Li...
...famous landmarks like the Sé de Lisboa Cathedral and Castelo de São Jorge. ...
Small-Group Medieval Lisbon Tour by SegwaySmall-Group Medieval Lisbon Tour by Segway
(28 reviews) 60 minutes
$42
...like the Sé de Lisboa (Lisbon's oldest cathedral), and then visit a medieval bar to en...
...like the Sé de Lisboa (Lisbon's oldest cathedral), and then visit a medieval...
...like the Sé de Lisboa (Lisbon's oldest cathedral), and then visit a medieval bar to en...
...like the Sé de Lisboa (Lisbon's oldest cathedral), and then visit a medieval...
Lisbon: Alfama 1.5-Hour E-Mobile TourLisbon: Alfama 1.5-Hour E-Mobile Tour
(21 reviews) 1.5 hour
$34
...res along the way of sights such as Sé Cathedral.
...res along the way of sights such as Sé Cathedral.
...res along the way of sights such as Sé Cathedral.
...res along the way of sights such as Sé Cathedral.
Tramcar Hills Tour of LisbonTramcar Hills Tour of Lisbon
(18 reviews) Ticket validity: 24h after the validation
$24
...ractions like the Castle of São Jorge, Santa Maria Maior de Lisboa, and more! Spend so...
...ractions like the Castle of São Jorge, Santa Maria Maior de Lisboa, and more...
...ractions like the Castle of São Jorge, Santa Maria Maior de Lisboa, and more! Spend so...
...ractions like the Castle of São Jorge, Santa Maria Maior de Lisboa, and more...
Évora Full-Day Tour with Wine Tasting from LisbonÉvora Full-Day Tour with Wine Tasting from Lisbon
(16 reviews) 8 hour
$115
... Diana, the Chapel of Bones, and Évora Cathedral. Then stop at a wine farm for wine ta...
... Diana, the Chapel of Bones, and Évora Cathedral. Then stop at a wine farm f...
... Diana, the Chapel of Bones, and Évora Cathedral. Then stop at a wine farm for wine ta...
... Diana, the Chapel of Bones, and Évora Cathedral. Then stop at a wine farm f...
4-Hour Semi-Private Lisbon City Tour4-Hour Semi-Private Lisbon City Tour
(10 reviews) 4 hours
$54
...d cultural landmarks such as the Lisbon Cathedral, Saint Anthony Church, São Jorge Cas...
...d cultural landmarks such as the Lisbon Cathedral, Saint Anthony Church, São...
...d cultural landmarks such as the Lisbon Cathedral, Saint Anthony Church, São Jorge Cas...
...d cultural landmarks such as the Lisbon Cathedral, Saint Anthony Church, São...
Lisbon: Private 4-Hour TourLisbon: Private 4-Hour Tour
(8 reviews) 4 hour
$273
...e Jerónimos Monastery, the district of Santa Maria de Belém, and Belém Tower.
...e Jerónimos Monastery, the district of Santa Maria de Belém, and Belém Tow...
...e Jerónimos Monastery, the district of Santa Maria de Belém, and Belém Tower.
...e Jerónimos Monastery, the district of Santa Maria de Belém, and Belém Tow...
3-Day Portugal Tour from Lisbon: Fátima, Sintra, Évora, Cascais and Estoril Coast3-Day Portugal Tour from Lisbon: Fátima, Sintra, Évora, Cascais and ...
(4 reviews) 3 days
$437
...Pena Palace, Évora's Romanesque-Gothic cathedral and Our Lady of Fátima Sanctuary. Di...
...Pena Palace, Évora's Romanesque-Gothic cathedral and Our Lady of Fátima San...
...Pena Palace, Évora's Romanesque-Gothic cathedral and Our Lady of Fátima Sanctuary. Di...
...Pena Palace, Évora's Romanesque-Gothic cathedral and Our Lady of Fátima San...
Lisbon: 1 Hour Private Segway Tour Streets of AlfamaLisbon: 1 Hour Private Segway Tour Streets of Alfama
(3 reviews) 1 hour
$49
...matic monuments of Lisbon, like the Sé Cathedral of Lisbon.
...matic monuments of Lisbon, like the Sé Cathedral of Lisbon.
...matic monuments of Lisbon, like the Sé Cathedral of Lisbon.
...matic monuments of Lisbon, like the Sé Cathedral of Lisbon.
4-Day South Portugal Tour from Lisbon: Lagos, Algarve Coast, Sagres, Évora, Beja and Set...4-Day South Portugal Tour from Lisbon: Lagos, Algarve Coast, Sagres, ...
(3 reviews) 4 days
$721
...n. Enjoy guided visits of Sé de Évora Cathedral and St Francis Church in UNESCO World...
...n. Enjoy guided visits of Sé de Évora Cathedral and St Francis Church in UN...
...n. Enjoy guided visits of Sé de Évora Cathedral and St Francis Church in UNESCO World...
...n. Enjoy guided visits of Sé de Évora Cathedral and St Francis Church in UN...
Private Full Day Evora and Monsaraz Tour from LisbonPrivate Full Day Evora and Monsaraz Tour from Lisbon
(2 reviews) 8 hours
$355
...nt sights like the Diana Temple, the Se Cathedral, the chilling Chapel of the Bones and...
...nt sights like the Diana Temple, the Se Cathedral, the chilling Chapel of the...
...nt sights like the Diana Temple, the Se Cathedral, the chilling Chapel of the Bones and...
...nt sights like the Diana Temple, the Se Cathedral, the chilling Chapel of the...
Lisbon Private Sightseeing TourLisbon Private Sightseeing Tour
(2 reviews) 6 hours
$78
...Jorge Castle, wander through Lisbon’s Cathedral, and learn about the Moorish history ...
...Jorge Castle, wander through Lisbon’s Cathedral, and learn about the Mooris...
...Jorge Castle, wander through Lisbon’s Cathedral, and learn about the Moorish history ...
...Jorge Castle, wander through Lisbon’s Cathedral, and learn about the Mooris...
Lisbon City Tour by Tuk TukLisbon City Tour by Tuk Tuk
(2 reviews) 2 hours
$150
...ing the Church of Sao Roque, the Lisbon Cathedral, and the historic Alfama district - t...
...ing the Church of Sao Roque, the Lisbon Cathedral, and the historic Alfama di...
...ing the Church of Sao Roque, the Lisbon Cathedral, and the historic Alfama district - t...
...ing the Church of Sao Roque, the Lisbon Cathedral, and the historic Alfama di...
Half Day Private Tour of Lisbon - Heritage and ModernityHalf Day Private Tour of Lisbon - Heritage and Modernity
(1 reviews) 4 hours
$229
...rónimos Monastery, 12th-century Lisbon Cathedral, the Monument to the Discoveries and ...
...rónimos Monastery, 12th-century Lisbon Cathedral, the Monument to the Discov...
...rónimos Monastery, 12th-century Lisbon Cathedral, the Monument to the Discoveries and ...
...rónimos Monastery, 12th-century Lisbon Cathedral, the Monument to the Discov...
Semi-Private City Tour of Fatima, Batalha, Nazare and ObidosSemi-Private City Tour of Fatima, Batalha, Nazare and Obidos
(1 reviews) 9 hours
$117
...ene. In Batalha, visit the 14th century Santa Maria da Victoria’s Monastery, one of P...
...ene. In Batalha, visit the 14th century Santa Maria da Victoria’s Monastery...
...ene. In Batalha, visit the 14th century Santa Maria da Victoria’s Monastery, one of P...
...ene. In Batalha, visit the 14th century Santa Maria da Victoria’s Monastery...
Old Lisbon: Alfama and São Jorge neighbours 3-Hour Walking TourOld Lisbon: Alfama and São Jorge neighbours 3-Hour Walking Tour
(1 reviews) 3 hours
$22
...culture of the Portuguese, visit Lisbon Cathedral, and much more.
...culture of the Portuguese, visit Lisbon Cathedral, and much more.
...culture of the Portuguese, visit Lisbon Cathedral, and much more.
...culture of the Portuguese, visit Lisbon Cathedral, and much more.
Monumental Lisbon Private Tour - Full Day or Half DayMonumental Lisbon Private Tour - Full Day or Half Day
(1 reviews) 6 hours
$160
...uding the Church of Saint António, the Cathedral of Lisbon, the Tower of Belém, and T...
...uding the Church of Saint António, the Cathedral of Lisbon, the Tower of Bel...
...uding the Church of Saint António, the Cathedral of Lisbon, the Tower of Belém, and T...
...uding the Church of Saint António, the Cathedral of Lisbon, the Tower of Bel...