Top 10 Things to do in Castelo, Alfama & Mouraria, Central Portugal

INSIDE HISTORIC LISBON A small medieval shop, near a millennial castle, inside the oldest burgh of Lisbon, capital of Portugal, the oldest nation in Europe. A historical time warp. PORTUGUESE CRAFTS Selected for authenticity and artistic quality, reflecting the artisan creative relationship with his homeland, traditions and emotions. Genuine craftworks that become emotive artworks. A small old country of western Europe, Portugal has a huge cultural diversity and a long tradition of arts and craft works. For centuries, the skills have been passed down from generation to generation - their roots deeply embedded in national and rural heritage. The most exciting craft work come from small workshops were artisans - following ancestral techniques handed down by mentors and elders - transform simple raw materials into unique pieces. ARTS OF ST.GEORGE carefully selects and sells the work of those artisans - art for all your senses.

Open 7 days a week, Castelo de S. Jorge is now a place where you can enjoy our heritage, get to know a little about Lisboa’s History at the Permanent Exhibition, explore the traces of the Moorish neighbourhood dating back from the 11th century at the Archaeological Site, discover yet unseen sights over the city on the Camera Obscura, stroll across the gardens and the belvederes, take a break at the Café do Castelo, participate of the guided tours or other didactical activities, or simply be enchanted by music, theatre, dancing and the talk shops on heritage that liven up your days at this remarkable Monument in Lisboa.

Throughout the years, this site was closed and neglected, having suffered a fast degradation process, that reached both its structure and its artistic furnishing. As a result of the parish’s resilience, whilst having the support of some individuals, it was possible to commence a preservation project for this valuable heritage, with its roof and exterior walls being improved during the process; some procedures were also carried out for the decorative painting of the church’s interior. With the increasing flow of tourism, the idea of opening the church on a permanent basis then emerged, as well as the intention to make it possible to visit the tower and, from that site, all who visit us can discover the most enchanting view of Lisbon over the Tejo's River. With your visit you will contribute to the maintenance of the now existing jobs, whilst ensuring the protection and appreciation of this wonderful building of the 18th century.