Explore the most charming medieval town of Óbidos with an experienced and knowledgeable guide which will take you through the history and tales, the streets and alleys, the castle and the churches, the fine art, and (last but not least) the sweet and authentic tastes of this ancient Portuguese land: the famous Ginjinha de Óbidos- on a chocolate cup! Don’t miss out on the trendy bookstore Ler Devagar located on a former royal chapel, the 1300-year-old Muslim castle, the old Moorish and Jewish quarters, the superb “pietá” of renaissance master Nicolau de Chanterene and the works of the celebrated XVII century painter Josefa de Óbidos, the first Portuguese female artist to get to the Louvre. Learn about how the queens of Portugal had a major role in the history of this "Town of the Queens". Among them, is celebrated Queen Leonor de Avis, famous for creating the oldest surviving hospital and relief network in the world: “Holy House of Mercy”. She was called the “Most Perfect Queen”.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Local guide
✔ All activities
✔ Alcoholic Beverages
✖ Food and drinks, unless specified
✖ Hotel pickup
✖ Hotel drop-off
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Touristic Office (in front off)
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Obidos Village
Our tale will have two hours walking through the amazing medieval Óbidos village. We will start at the village main gate, and then we will discover amazing narrow streets outside of the beaten track.
After i will share with you the secret Jewish neighborhod and their white painted houses with some great spots to take some pictures.
Then we will taste the amazing and local Ginjinha, a sour cherry liqueur at mister António house, but this one is full of flavours without any additions.
Along the way we will see some ancient sculptures and details that do not come in the touristic guides!
Duration: 2 hours
2
Igreja de Santa Maria
We will visit this church where you will see some Portuguese tiles work from the 17th and 18th century, five paintings of the famous Portuguese painter Josefa de Óbidos (from the 17th century).
Duration: 10 minutes
3
Sao Tiago Church
We will enter at the São Tiago Church that in ourdays is a bookstore.
Duration: 10 minutes
4
Castelo de Obidos
We will visit the original castle that the Portuguese army conquer in the 12th century.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Included:
