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Castelo De Sao JorgevsIgreja de Sao Roque
Both are rated highly by expert writers. On balance, St. George's Castle scores slightly better than Igreja de Sao Roque. St. George's Castle comes in at 86 with endorsements from 4 publications including Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Frommer's.
Castelo De Sao Jorge
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U.S. News & World Report Frommer's Lonely Planet
Largo do Chao da Feira, Lisbon, Portugal
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Fodor's "The ramparts offer panoramic views of the city's layout as far as the towering Ponte 25 de Abril suspension bridge." Full review
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Frommer's "Locals speak of Saint George's Castle as the cradle of their city, and it might have been where the Portuguese capital began." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The hilltop fortifications of Castelo de São Jorge sneak into almost every snapshot. Roam its snaking ramparts and pine-shaded courtyards for superlative views." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"From the former parade ground just inside the outer wall, the view over the Tagus, the suspension bridge and the left bank is marvellous." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Certainly has a museum feel, what with its clever camera obscura offering 360-degree views of Lisbon in real time, archaeological site spanning three diverse periods, and ruins of the former palace" Full review
U.S. News & World Report7.0
"Perched atop Lisbon's highest hill in Alfama, offering both excellent history and views of the city. The castle served as a fortification for the Romans, Visigoths and the Moors" Full review
Frommer's "Locals speak of Saint George's Castle as the cradle of their city, and it might have been where the Portuguese capital began. Its occupation is believed to have predated the Romans -- the..." Full review
Lonely Planet "Modest medieval castle, encircled by a clutch of ancient stone houses. Little remains here – just some walls and a tower...but the views from up top are glorious." Full review
Igreja de Sao Roque Frommer's Lonely Planet Fodor's Michelin Guide
Largo Trindade Coelho, Bairro Alto, 1200, Lisbon, Portugal
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Frommer's "The Jesuits, who at one time were so powerful they virtually governed Portugal, founded St.Roque Church in the late 16th century." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The plain facade... belies its dazzling interior of gold, marble and Florentine azulejos." Full review
Fodor's "Adjoining the church, the Museu de Arte Sacra (Museum of Sacred Art) displays an engaging collection of rich clerical vestments and liturgical objects."
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The museum contains 16C Portuguese paintings and part of the treasure from the chapel of São João Baptista." Full review
