Lisbon Synagogue Synagogue
Historic synagogue in Lisbon's Jewish quarter
The Lisbon Synagogue sits in the city's Jewish quarter and hosts services, guided visits and cultural events; visitors come to learn about Lisbon's Jewish history and see the interior.
Lisbon Synagogue at a Glance#
Address: Estrela / Rua das Janelas Verdes area, Lisbon District, Portugal
Website: https://www.cilisboa.org/
Hours: Visit hours vary-check the synagogue’s website for current visiting hours and any guided tour schedules.
Admission: Admission to synagogue typically free or by donation; check website for guided tour fees.
How to Get to Lisbon Synagogue#
The synagogue lies in central Lisbon’s Estrela area and is reachable by tram and bus from central squares such as Praça do Comércio or Rossio. Lisbon’s public transport network (trams 28, 25 and buses) serves the surrounding neighborhoods.
Tips for Visiting Lisbon Synagogue#
- Guided tours are the best way to understand the building's post‑war restoration and community life-check the synagogue's program in advance.
- The synagogue is in the historic Estrela neighborhood-combine with a walk to the nearby National Museum for a fuller picture of Jewish life in Lisbon.
- Observe services and community events respectfully; photography may be restricted during religious services.
Best Time to Visit Lisbon Synagogue#
The Lisbon Synagogue (typically referring to the main communal synagogue in Lisbon) is a center of Jewish worship and community life with historical ties to the city's Sephardic and later Jewish populations.
Weather & Climate near Lisbon Synagogue#
Lisbon Synagogue's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (719 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 8° - 14° | 11° | 103 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| February | Very Good | 9° - 16° | 12° | 86 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.6h |
| March | Very Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 56 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.1h |
| June | Ideal | 16° - 25° | 20° | 20 mm | some cloud | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.6h |
| July | Ideal | 18° - 27° | 23° | 6 mm | some cloud | 81% | 4.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.4h |
| August | Ideal | 18° - 28° | 23° | 7 mm | mostly sunny | 81% | 4.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.5h |
| September | Ideal | 17° - 26° | 21° | 28 mm | some cloud | 81% | 3.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 14° - 22° | 18° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Good | 11° - 18° | 15° | 106 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.0h |
| December | Acceptable | 9° - 15° | 12° | 118 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.4h |
