Top Things to do in Obidos
What to do and see in Obidos, Central Portugal: The Best Tours
When 13th-century Portuguese Queen Isabel passed through Obidos and marveled at its beauty, her husband King Denis I simply gave it to her. For centuries after, the kings of Portugal followed suit, presenting the picturesque little town to their queens as a wedding gift. With its white buildings shining as brightly now as then, the walled city of Obidos is very popular with tourists, its hillside location offering amazing views of the Estremadura area. The medieval castle is a main attraction.
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1. PRIVATE Car Obidos - Nazaré - Alcobaça FULL DAY
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore the culture and traditions of Portugal on an 8-hour tour of Óbidos, Nazaré and Alcobaça
Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By robskils
Wonderful guide, great information. We leaned so much about the city, its history, the story of Portugal more generally, and the connection between our two countries. Really - couldn't recommend highly enough!
2. FÁTIMA SANCTUARY + SINTRA - 2 Excellent tours with special prices
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
BEST PRICE FOR 2 AMAZING TOURS PACKAGE! You will visit the most beautiful places around Lisbon in 2 days with a fantastic price. 1st Day - Our Guide will take you to visit Sintra, Cascais, the Roca´s Cape and the two most amazing Royal Palaces in Sintra. 2nd Day - Our Guide will take you to visit the Sanctuary of Fatima, the Gothic Monastery of Batalha, the village of Nazare and the Medieval Castle of Obidos PLEASE NOTE THIS: It is our policy to give plenty of time for our clients to visit all of the above places, without rushing from one attraction to the next. So it is normal for our tours to last way more than the usual 8 hours.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, All explanations are made on board, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Free Wifi on Board
Exclusions: Entrance fees not included., Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off outside of Lisbon (extra cost), Gratuities
Reviewed By Navigator35846804440
We really enjoyed the tour and the “spirit” he spread during the tour. Amazing guide with a lot of experience :-)
3. Fátima, Batalha, Alcobaça, Nazaré and Óbidos Private Tour from Lisbon
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Fátima, Batalha, Alcobaça, Nazaré and Óbidos Private Tour: Bathed by the Atlantic Ocean, Portugal's west coast is full of lovely towns, where history and poetry claim their space and the vegetation's green hues and immense blue sea stretch out as far as the eye can see. Our mission is to show you the intense beauty of this palette of colors.
Inclusions: Private tour, Driver/guide (full time trip leader), Comfort pack (fresh waters and cleaning wipes), Ginjinha" Tasting, Hotel pickup and drop-off - for Lisbon central hotels, Lisbon cruise terminal, or Lisbon airport.
Exclusions: Food and drinks unless specified, Entrance fees (Batalha Monastery 6€, Student and Senior 3€; Alcobaça Monastery 6€), The baggage is limited to one standard suitcase and a small carry-on bag per person., Gratuities are not included.
Reviewed By VickyB522
With only 2 full days in Lisbon, I wanted to book a tour that would allow us to see as much as possible. The most popular tours on TripAdvisor are the walking tours, however in the 4 hours they allow to only cover one, possibly two of the most popular neighborhoods in Lisbon, I kept scrolling until page 4 of tours when I came across THIS tour from Essencia da Latitude. For 5 hours we got every part of Lisbon and in the hot temps, we were privately chauffeured around by Daniel (superb!) but then stopped often for a good view or to see the various monuments or churches that make Lisbon so special. Growing up and still living in Lisbon, Daniel was an excellent guide as he knew everything! We could tell he was very proud of his city and he loved showing us as much as possible. He was a whizz at maneuvering through the vey narrow streets of old Lisbon, but then took us far away from the old part to also include the newer parts of the city. My husband and I later said we never would have been able to cover all of that ground on our own, even if we had stayed in Lisbon longer. After doing this tour, we felt we HAD seen and learned everything there was to about Lisbon and chose to spend out last day outside of the city. I also chose this tour because it was labeled with the “clean and safe” stamp and by being in a private tour we were even more assured that our contact with others would be at a minimum. Both we and Daniel wore masks, which did NOT take away from enjoying the tour, plus Daniel always opened and closed the vehicle door FOR us, also a hygiene measure. Daniel was very proud of the fact that Lisbon is making all attempts to “go green” for a lack of a better word and stops for water included a cooler with a glass flask with water and served in paper cups. We do hope that once the Covid period allows Portugal to fully recover, they can continue this effort and gain more world recognition for it. At the end of our tour, Daniel gave us many recommendations for restaurants and sightseeing and followed up per WhatsApp to make sure we had our answers and to thank us again for allowing him to show us Lisbon. We have never had such a friendly, interesting and downright good person as a tour guide before and we HIGHLY recommend Daniel and Essencia da Latitude. In closing I would just like to say that overall, we as Swiss felt SAFER in Portugal than we do here in our own country. The Portuguese continue to take the Covid situation very seriously and sanitizing and mask wearing have become the norm there, even out in the open streets...it became second nature to us and a small price to pay for being able to stay healthy and enjoy traveling in such a beautiful country as Portugal!!!!
4. Full-Day Tour in Nazaré and Óbidos
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Great guides provide great tours, that’s why during your guided tour, you will be accompanied by one of the team members able to create unforgettable moments of your holiday in Portugal. - Miradouro do Suberco viewpoint where you can enjoy a wonderful view - Ermida da Memória, where we can tell the legend of the miracle that Our Lady made by preventing the horse of the gentleman, D. Fuas Roupinho - Church of Our Nossa senhora da Nazaré, in this sanctuary is venerated the Sacred image of Our Lady of Nazaré - Making a crossing through the Elevador de Nazaré, which connects the center of the village to Sítio da Nazaré, at 120 meters of altitude - The Center of the Village of Nazaré and is extensive Avenue - Óbidos village that keeps centuries of history between its walls
Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Extraordinary181760
We had booked this trip months ago and were not sure what to expect. It was expected to be a small group and really lucked out when it turned out to be just the 2 of us!. We had the best driver Celso Araujo with his very confortable BMW and our very knowledgeable, polite and professional guide Gonzalo Murta. Celso was very cautious of the road as he drove us while Gonzalo gave us a very detailed history of how Portugal came to be throughout the years of wars and conquests, very impressive!. He really knew his stuff. Once in Porto we had of course a porto wine tasting which was included in our tour and it was really very interesting. Afterwards we had lunch in a typical Portuguese restaurant(delicious) and then on to a 50 minutes river cruise also included in our tour. We walked the town as Gonzalo pointed out most of its landmarks, did some souvenir shopping and returned to the car which Celso had at the ready!. This was a very pleasant, informative and enjoyable tour. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to spend a great day in Porto. Hopefully you too luck out and get to meet Gonzalo and Celso!. They were amazing!!. ????????
5. Half-Day Private tour to Obidos and Nazare From LISBON
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Just approx 1h15m from Lisbon, Book this Half-Day Private Tour to visit Obidos Medieval Village and Nazare Fisherman Village from Lisbon, on a half-day private tour (morning or afternoon period). The medieval village of Obidos is one of the most popular in Portugal, built several hundred years ago, with the fascinating walls of the castle around the village. Stroll around the old streets and get some free time to explore the village and visit the local shops and the castle. Visit also the fisherman village of Nazare, one of the most popular fisherman villages in Portugal. Visit the old lighthouse where has been recorded the biggest ever surfed wave in the world (30 meters – 100 foot), and also the sanctuary/church of Nazaré, famous for it’s original and unique carved image our Our Lady of Nazareth, brought from Galilee (Holy Land) 1500 years ago.
Inclusions: Hotel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off (Lisbon, Cascais or Sintra), Private Tour Guide (English Speaking), Mercedes-Benz Private Transportation
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Accommodation / Personal Expenses
Reviewed By H5467ACdonnas
This is a late review, but necessary. We thoroughly enjoyed our private day tour with Sintra Magik in Fatima. The Shrine of course was incredible. The visit to the family home and meeting their descendants were equally touching. We sampled the local cuisine and appreciated the hospitality. Our tour of the religious factory allowed us to return with artifacts for our family. We were so fortunate to have a delightful Irish priest bless these keepsakes. An awesome, memorable day. We highly, highly recommend this tour group.
6. Discover Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré and Óbidos by comfy van - Private Full Day Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The first stop on the tour will be Fátima, the most famous sanctuary in Portugal. Here you will learn all about the apparitions that took place in 1917, when 3 little shepherds saw the image of the Virgin Mary. The next stop will be the town of Batalha, where you will have the chance to visit one of the most impressive buildings in the country: the Monastery of Batalha. Built by order of King John I, its construction was a way of celebrating the victory in a battle against the Castilian army. Inside, you can see the tombs of the King, his wife, and their sons, including the famous tomb of Prince Henry, the Navigator. The next stop will be Nazaré. Located near the coast, it is the perfect location to stop for lunch and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Ocean. Óbidos will be the last stop of the tour. Take the time to stroll around the medieval-looking streets of this lovely town surrounded by old walls. Here you will have the chance to try the famous sour cherry liquor.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Entrance Monastery of Batalha, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottle of water, Cherry liquor of Óbidos, Liability and personal accident insurance, Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) - Mask and Desinfectant gel
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By BrettP977
We had the privilege of having a personal tour by Beatrix. It was great to see her passion for this beautiful city. You could see her eyes light up when she talked about the history of Lisbon. Would definitely recommend this tour for anybody wanting to really learn about Lisbon. Thanks Beatrix!
7. Fatima Tour + Batalha Monastery + Nazareth + Óbidos
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
The Fatima tour (Iconic tour) includes a trip to the sanctuary, the church and the new temple, as well as a visit to the heart of Fatima in the Sacramento chapel. In addition, we also make a little jump to the home village of the three shepherds. It also includes a visit to the most beautiful monastery in Portugal, located in Batalha, the famous giant waves of the North beach in Nazaré and the most emblematic and extraordinary medieval town of Óbidos.
Inclusions: Professional Guide
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Reviewed By kflo56
We were lucky to meet Claudio early on our trip to Lisbon. He quickly became a friend, and offered wonderful suggestions to enhance our visit. We spent a day on the seaside in Eticeira, then visited Fatima in the early evening. Claudio took extra care to see that all our needs were met, and even took us to a lovely restaurant so we could experience Fado on our last night. We will definitely contact Claudio when we can return to the beautiful country of Portugal.
8. Óbidos, Alcobaça and Nazaré, Private Tour, Full Day
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Historical, cultural and purposeful; this tour has it all. Obidos is a place of ancient legends and miracles. Enter through the walls of the most romantic village in Portugal and experience some of what it was like to live in medieval times. Next you will visit the spellbinding, gothic Monastery of Alcobaça where you will learn of some gripping stories. Nazare is now known for its big wave surfing, but this small coastal town has a traditional fishing community. Support local by tasting fresh fish specialities such as grilled sardines and caldeirada (fish stew) at any of the excellent local restaurants. End the day at the famous lighthouse to watch the sunset over the ocean. Highlights - Do good by supporting these local, rural communities - Step back in time at the quaint, medieval village of Obidos - Visit the unique and wondrous Monastery of Alcobaca - Support local communities at the fishing town of Nazare - Enjoy the beautiful Portuguese countryside on the journey
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Private Driver/guide, Live commentary on board
Exclusions: Lunch, Entry tickets are not included
Reviewed By ConnecticutLindy
As we only had a few days in Lisbon we were keen to see as much as possible. This tour was fantastic! We got to see the beautiful Pena Palace in Sintra which was top of our list. Our guide, Carlos was super knowledgeable about Portuguese history and introduced us to the culture. We loved this tour and hope to use Classic Portugal again! Great experience!!!!
9. Private Tour Fatima / Battle / Nazareth / Óbidos * Private Tours *
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
The hottest tour in Portugal, the place where everyone wants to go, Fatima, is with us who will enjoy the best experience, will visit Fatima, Batalha, the place of the giant waves, Nazareth and the village where the cherry is the main attraction. Come with us and enjoy your stay traveling with us!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board
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Reviewed By VivianeBakayoko
You must do this trip ....joacy Silva was great and my kids love his fun and ideas or famous place/area to visit ... same for the #1 restaurant at cheaper price ... experience it, you will not regret We came from Côte d’Ivoire and we are keen to come back again by God grace. Thanks to the team
10. Full-day Fátima, Nazaré, and Óbidos Small-Group Tour from Lisbon
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4.9 based on 80 reviews
You'll explore the central-west of Portugal on a 9-hour group tour from Lisbon, limited to a max of 6 people and only in English. The first stop is in Fatima, one of Catholicism's major shrines visited by over 6 million people every year. Then you'll have the opportunity to get to know the Batalha monastery, a UNESCO monument dated from the 14th century. Afterward, you'll visit Nazare, one of the most picturesque coastal cities and worldwide known for its waves, the biggest ever surfed in the world. Here you'll have time to have lunch and enjoy some traditional Portuguese food. Finally, you'll be amazed by the historic village of Obidos, built inside the walls of a castle. Its narrow cobblestone streets and flower-bedecked houses feel like a fairytale castle and you can also taste the famous cherry liquor in a chocolate cup, ginja.
Inclusions: Local guide and driver, Air-conditioned vehicle, Ginja de Óbidos (cherry liqueur in a chocolate cup); 1 per person, Maximum 6 people, The tour will be only in English
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Emma_IrishTwin
This tour is a must for any visitors to the Lisbon area. Our guide, Tania, was amazing. She was so welcoming and knowledgeable and made sure we had the best day possible. Due to Covid-19 restrictions there were only 4 of us on the tour - myself and my sister and another couple (who were also absolutely lovely and we became friends). Sintra and Cascais are so beautiful and the tour allowed us ample time to explore both areas. Tania gave us great tips on the best photo opportunity spots and also on the best places to eat. The area was very quiet compared to pre-Covid times, but it was really nice to see Sintra, the palace and surrounding area without hordes of tourists - no queues. We wore our masks at all times so everyone felt safe from a Covid point of view. I cannot fault the service and the tour. Great value and amazing to see these places with so few tourists about. One of the most beautiful areas I have ever seen. It is quite hilly so be prepared for some walking - but you can always get a lift up to the palace grounds if you have limited mobility, so don't let that put you off.
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