Jerónimos Monastery

Visit this magnificent monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and imagine the origins of the famous pastel de nata.

In their own words: “It has been made in Lisbon since the early 1800s by monks at the Jeronimos monastery who needed to sell pastries to survive.”

Visit the Jerónimos Monastery, a stunning example of Manueline architecture, but check opening hours and avoid Mondays.

In their own words: “And here we have the Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Belém commonly known as Jerónimos Monastery. one of the most beautiful buildings in Lisbon. However, I was not able to go inside because I didn't know, but this place closes at 5:30 p.m. So, make sure you go before 400 p.m. and they close on Monday. So, don't go there on Monday.”

Explore the magnificent Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to marvel at its stunning Manueline architecture and learn about its historical connection to the pastel de nata.

In their own words: “You have Gironimos monastery which is great to go inside but also has given birth to this place.”