Church of St. Vincent de Fora
Catholic church · Castelo ·

Church of St. Vincent de Fora

Catholic church · Castelo ·

Baroque tile collection, cloisters, rooftop views of Lisbon

cloisters
azulejos
mannerist complex
peaceful spot
historical
architecture
tile work
calm atmosphere
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null
Church of St. Vincent de Fora by null

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Largo de São Vicente, 1100-472 Lisboa, Portugal Get directions

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Largo de São Vicente, 1100-472 Lisboa, Portugal Get directions

+351 21 881 0559
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@mosteirosaovicentedefora

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On the Grid : Mosteiro de São Vicente de Fora

"One of the most fascinating monuments in Lisbon, the Mosteiro de São Vicente de Fora is a monastery of majestic proportions opposite our studio and a view that we will never take for granted. After being severely damaged in the 1755 earthquake, it now offers one of the most superb views of the city and the river from its terrace. Even if you’re not a religious person, make yourself a favor: step inside the monastery and marvel at the world’s largest collection of Baroque tiles, it will be worth it." - v-a

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Igreja de São Vicente de Fora

Ju

Google
A beautiful and tranquil church. Few visitors on a weekday in December. Time and space to appreciate wonderful monastic chanting playing in the background. The multi-lingual signs direct you towards the amazing collection of blue and white tiles (azulejo) which decorate the cloisters, walls, and stairs. These are simply stunning. Many depict rural scenes and the pursuits of the gentry, while others capture funny parables and fables. The latter are very well presented for visitors, with written summaries of each one in Portuguese and English. In total there are over 200 tiled panels so some you might want to study carefully and others you might spend less time on, depending on your schedule. Another highlight for us is the 360 degree panoramic view from the roof, well worth the climb. A fascinating good-value visit. Seems to be overlooked by many tourists.

Wendy O.

Google
Such an underrated gem! My friends and I spent nearly two hours exploring the beautiful rooms, the church, cloisters, and vast collection of religious artifacts with great explanations. The rooftop views are stunning, and best of all, it’s not crowded.

Marta A.

Google
A beautiful and peaceful church with impressive architecture and stunning tile work. It’s less crowded than other Lisbon landmarks, which makes it a nice spot to explore in a calm atmosphere. The cloisters and the rooftop view are definitely worth seeing

Stephen M.

Google
Not to be missed, really enjoyed our visit here. Think we got lucky as we arrived quite later but it was open because it was Sunday. Nice place to walk around with loads of interesting large blue and white tiles. Great views at the top too.

Steve T.

Google
Marvellous. The complex as a whole is one of the best religious buildings we have visited in Lisbon. The museum is beautifully laid out with some fantastic items. The two cloisters are an oasis of serenity - plain simple white but with a series of beautiful tiled scenes/panels (65 in total). The actual church is massive with a series of beautifully decorated side chapels. The highlight has to be the views over Lisbon from the roof. We spent well over a hour just wondering around enjoying its serenity and elegant beauty.

Erik S.

Google
Beautiful and peaceful spot in Alfama. The church is stunning inside and the cloisters with the blue azulejos are incredible. The rooftop view over Lisbon is worth the visit alone. Quiet, historical, and full of charm. One of Lisbon’s hidden gems.

Geoff W.

Google
What a treasure in the middle of Lisbon. Not far from the port. Definitely worth the time. Climb the bell tower if you can for amazing views of Lisbon.

Heidi

Google
I absolutely love the Mannerist complex – the simplicity and symmetry are just perfect! It’s also a very quiet spot, so you can really take your time and enjoy every detail. The exhibition offers a thorough look at the history from the medieval period, though most of it is in Portuguese. The architectural elements are definitely worth the visit, especially the cloisters and the rooftop terrace, which offer stunning views of Lisbon. The admission fee for adults is €8, and you get a discount with the Lisboa Card!