Monastery of Santa Cruz
Guide
Photo: Carlos Luis M C da Cruz · Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
FreeChurchAllow 30–45 minPut together by AI from open data
What you'll see
A church with an elaborately carved Renaissance doorway on the main square of the lower town, tiled walls inside, and the carved tombs of Portugal's first two kings.
A brief history
Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal, is buried here; the monastery was founded in 1131.
Tips
- Best time
- Any time; there's a café in the old church buildings next door
- Cost
- Church free; the rest about €3 (check)
- Allow
- 30–45 min
- Free days
- The church is always free
- Hours
- Usually open daily, shorter hours on Sundays (check)
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