Estrela Basilica
Lisbon, Portugal
Built at the command of Queen Maria I, it stands out with its famous nativity scene featuring over 500 figures, a unique attraction.
Basílica da Estrela is an impressive basilica and Carmelite monastery in Lisbon, built at the command of Queen Maria I at the end of the 18th century. It is one of the most important examples of Baroque and Neoclassical architecture in Portugal. It features a beautiful dome, a marble interior, and a famous nativity scene with over 500 figurines. From its viewing terrace, one can admire extensive city panoramas.
- Visit time: 45 min
- Opening hours: Mon–Sun 09:00–11:30, 15:00–16:00 (from OpenStreetMap — check before you go)
- Local name: Basílica da Estrela
How long does it take to visit Estrela Basilica?
Plan about 45 min.
Nearby
- National Museum of Ancient Art — 940 m
- Tipuana — 970 m
- Museu Nacional de História Natural e da Ciência — 1 km
- Shaaré Tikva Portuguese Synagogue — 1 km
- Igreja de Santa Catarina — 1.1 km
- Reservatório da Patriarcal — 1.1 km
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