Lisbon, Portugal

Basilica of Estrela

Lisbon, Portugal

Rating★4.6(7,019 reviews)

AddressBasilica da Estrela, Praca da Estrela 12, 1200-667 Lisboa, Portugal

ChurchPlace Of WorshipTop Rated

Ornate, Baroque, 18th-century church with twin bell towers, housing Queen Maria Is tomb.

Last updated: February 11, 2026

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Overview

Ornate, Baroque, 18th-century church with twin bell towers, housing Queen Maria Is tomb.

Opening Hours

Monday

9:00 AM–7:45 PM

Tuesday

9:00 AM–7:45 PM

Wednesday

9:00 AM–7:45 PM

Thursday

9:00 AM–7:45 PM

Friday

9:00 AM–7:45 PM

Saturday

9:00 AM–7:45 PM

Sunday

9:00 AM–7:45 PM

Visitor Reviews

**★★★★★ Fabo Novoa — a month ago

One of the highlights of Estrela. One of the main Lisbon churches due to its size and beauty. You can visit for free but you'll need to pay to go to the rooftop. Beautiful paintings that contribute to the espiritual experience. Parking available just next to the church but it's usually quite full. You can also visit the park just across the street. A metro station is being built which will make it more accessible.

**★★★★★ Percy Chang — 3 months ago

The interior is splendid. The ceiling, dome and floor are colorful. Paintings are fabulous. The ambience is serene.

**★★★★★ Silvia X — 3 months ago

You can pay 5 € to walk up to the roof top. 20% off with Lisboa card and a million steps. The view is amazing. You also get to see inside of the basilica from the top- close to the dome. Also- Jesus dine with the 12 around a round table.

**★★★★★ J. W. — 3 months ago

The inside of the cathedral is free and breathtaking. there is a core beam of light that shines on you like a spot light for judgement of course.

For the bathroom. You need exact 0.50€ to use it and the post cards are exactly 0.50€ if you need change. I did the €5 climb which was not worth so buy the postcard instead and enjoy a clean private wc. The light goes off automatically but I just used my phone flashlight.

Update: I walked across the street to the Jardin and there is a free bathroom i

**★★★★★ Angela P — 5 months ago

It is an absolute must see! One of the prettiest Basilicas we've visited. And we were able to access the roof and walk around the inside of the church from above and look down into the sanctuary. Absolutely gorgeous!

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