Church of São Roque (Igreja de São Roque) Tours and Tickets

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The Church of São Roque is free to visit, but the adjoining museum costs €8 per adult or €12 for a private tour; you receive a 50 percent discount on entry with a Lisboa Card, and free entry on Sundays until 2pm. Private tours of Lisbon that combine the church with other top attractions start from US$65.

Yes, the Church of São Roque is worth it, even if you’re not religious. Its magnificent interior includes the Chapel of St. John the Baptist—an artistic masterpiece hailed as one of the world’s most expensive chapels. There are also several other lavishly decorated chapels featuring mosaics made from gold, ivory, and quartz.

Yes, you can attend a religious service at the Church of São Roque. Mass services take place from Tuesday through Sunday at 12:30pm. During this time, you can't visit the museum and chapels to avoid disturbing worship. There are sometimes extra services during religious holidays, such as Easter; check the website for more details.

While there isn't a strict dress code for the Church of São Roque, you are asked to wear modest attire that covers your shoulders and knees. The church is an active place of worship, so keep noise to a minimum and avoid disturbing others with flash photography.

Yes, the Church of São Roque is near several other Lisbon attractions. It’s within walking distance of Miradouro de São Pedro de Alcântara, a lovely viewpoint with gardens and a café that offers panoramic city views. From here, you can admire the famous turrets of the 11th-century Castelo de São Jorge.