Monument · Arrábida hills
Convento da Arrábida
Founded in 1542, the complex includes Convento Velho, Convento Novo, a garden and Santuário do Bom Jesus.
The convent was founded in 1542 by Frei Martinho de Santa Maria. The 25-hectare complex includes Convento Velho high on the mountain and Convento Novo halfway up the slope. Convento Velho contains cells cut into the rock.
It is in Arrábida hills: see below the trips from Lisbon that go there.
Independent itineraries to do on your own. We do not sell tours, recommend tour operators or use affiliate links. Check timetables, tickets and access with official sources before you set off.
Trips from Lisbon to Arrábida hills
Nature · Beach · Heritage
Arrábida, Sesimbra and Setúbal
Start at Mercado do Livramento, cross Arrábida’s landscape on the N379-1 where permitted and finish in Sesimbra’s town centre and beach.
- 9-11 hours
- about 50 km
- Car
- Partial accessibility
- No booking needed
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Forte de São Filipe
A fortification commissioned by Filipe I in 1582 to defend the coast at Setúbal and the mouth of the Sado.
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Castelo de Sesimbra
A castle of medieval origin with a museum route and permanent exhibitions exploring its history.