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Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, Lisbon

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Inspired by Vasco da Gama, Mosteiro dos Jeronimos serves as a great example of Late Gothic Manueline architecture. You can tour the church, where several important events have occurred since the Middle Ages. Limestone sculptures inside the church pay homage to historical naval expeditions. Its impressive, ornate architectural style is partly why this World Heritage Site has become famous. The monastery was founded in 1495, though its structure was not completed for more than a century, in 1601. Vasco da Gama is buried here, along with other notable explorers. You can also visit the site's Maritime Museum and National Archeology Museum, as well as the nearby Tower of Belém. Our Lisbon road trip planning tool makes visiting Mosteiro dos Jeronimos and other Lisbon attractions simple, and helps you make a travel plan personal to you.
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  • It is admittedly an incredible building. It is beautiful and it is huge... but as others have said, you stand in line for a very long time to get in. And you are literally in there for 15 minutes... 
    It is admittedly an incredible building. It is beautiful and it is huge... but as others have said, you stand in line for a very long time to get in. And you are literally in there for 15 minutes...  more »
  • Warning: unless you buy an advance ticket on line, you will need to go through three lines, one to get your ticket, one to enter the monestary and one to enter the church. Each can take from 30... 
    Warning: unless you buy an advance ticket on line, you will need to go through three lines, one to get your ticket, one to enter the monestary and one to enter the church. Each can take from 30...  more »
  • The monastery and surrounding area are definitely worth your time to visit. The trams and buses going there are jam packed and the lines to get into the monastery can be very long so be prepared. 
    The monastery and surrounding area are definitely worth your time to visit. The trams and buses going there are jam packed and the lines to get into the monastery can be very long so be prepared.  more »
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  • The exterior of the monetary is very beautiful. There was a long line when we arrived but the line moves fast. We had not bought the tickets already so I tried to get them online. A bit of hard work. The inside garden and fountain are were pacifying and relaxing, especially in the heat of the summer. Place for enjoying the quiet and making some beautiful photos.
  • Simply stunning piece of architecture! All round spectacular views. The entrance is free if you have Lisboa card. The queue is much shorter if you have Lisboa card you can enter it straightaway. It is very close to Belem tower so make sure to visit both when in the area! A must visit attraction in Lisbon.
  • The architecture of this place is truly stunning. The finest example of Manueline architecture anywhere. It's hard to notice, but every column on the lower level of the cloister actually has a unique pattern and design. And then every side of the cloister has a different arch design on the upper levels. Pretty crazy how much detail and ornamentation is packed into the arches and ceilings with just one texture and tone to work with. Definitely worth the €10.00 entry fee. Buy your ticket online and completely skip the ticket line, you can walk right in.
  • “If you really want to see more, this is the best place for you in Lisbon” such a masterpiece of architecture and art. It's powerful! From exterior to interior, every wall, window, arch, and ceiling is so beautiful and elegant, full of detail and creativity. This is a must see place in Lisbon. Along with the garden, the church inside is also very beautiful.
  • Stopped here based on recommended spots in Lisbon. It's split into two parts, one is where you paid to enter and see the entire monastery and the other just inside the church which is free. It's about 10 euros to check out the paid portion, which is still worth it. The lines move pretty quick. Definitely a great location to check out.

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