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Óbidos (Medieval Town) Half Day Private Tour from Lisbon

7 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 7 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Lisbon, Portugal
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4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, Spanish, Portuguese
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Overview

Done with Lisbon? Then come along on a half-day getaway with a Local to the charming, medieval town of Óbidos. Picturesque views, heritage, traditions, Ginginha tasting and curiosities await you.
Completely hassle-free. Take benefit of our included pick-up and drop-off service and depart from anywhere in the Greater Lisbon area. Expect a short, quick highway drive of around an hour to a place really worth seeing, through the hands and eyes of a Local.
Óbidos offers a charming escape into Portugal's medieval past, with its well-preserved architecture, picturesque streets and vibrant culture. Check the itinerary and get impresse by all that you will discover on this half-day private eco-Tour by SUV or Sedan. It's a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Lisbon region.

What's Included

  • Bottled water Throughout the tour
  • Private transportation
  • Onboard amenities like sweet and savory crackers, lolipops and chewing gum.
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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To meet your driver-guide look around for a curious and funny "a" which he/she will hold on his/her shirt, hat or eventually in his/her hand. If you're in a hotel, please wait in the hotel lobby. If you are staying in another type of accommodation, please wait by the main door at street level. As this is a half-day, private tour, the Operator makes the pick-up time flexible. To do this, after booking, check availability directly with the Operator up to 24 hours before the activity starts.

What To Expect

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Lisbon District (pass by)

The tour departs directly for medieval Óbidos. Expect a short, comfortable highway trip of around 60 minutes.
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Obidos (pass by)

With Lisbon behind us, suddenly a rocky hill topped with a castle rises on the horizon - it's Óbidos. This picturesque town located in the west region of Portugal is renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture and charming atmosphere, making it a popular destination for travelers.
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Castelo de Obidos

One of the town's main attractions is its medieval castle, which dates back to the 12th century.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Igreja de Santa Maria

Also dating from the 12th century, you'll discover the church of Santa Maria, located in Óbidos' main square, with beautiful Manueline and Gothic architecture. Inside, you can admire the ornate decorations and historic works of art.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Obidos Village

The town is surrounded by well-preserved medieval walls, offering excellent views of the surrounding countryside. You can take a pleasant stroll along the ramparts and admire the landscape. The town's narrow, cobbled streets are lined with charming whitewashed houses adorned with colorful flowers, creating a picturesque setting that is perfect for exploring on foot.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rua Direita

The town is also known for its craft stores selling local handicrafts, ceramics and souvenirs. Here it will be hard to resist grabbing a souvenir.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Obidos Village

(TASTING) Of course... you won't want to miss the opportunity to taste Óbidos' famous liqueur, Ginjinha, made from sour cherries and served in chocolate cups. Just enjoy it. It's on us.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Obidos (pass by)

(OPTIONAL) Suddenly it's time to head back to Lisbon, but if you want to have lunch locally (nearby, by the Atlantic, you can taste some of the best fish and seafood in the world) or continue discovering the region until the end of the day, just talk to us. Know that from Óbidos we are very close to the sea and the beaches and we can show you hidden places completely beyond the pin on the map.
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Lagoa de Obidos (pass by)

(OPTIONAL) If you feel like it, we can even take the SUV on a short off-road tour around the Óbidos Lagoon, the largest salt lake in Portugal, to show you the richness of the local biodiversity and the scenic beauty of the region. Don't be shy... be curious, we like it.
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Lisbon District (pass by)

Back to the Lisbon area. The journey takes between 4 and 6 hours, depending on the optional visits you make and whether you decide to have lunch on site. As a matter of transparency, we would like to inform you that in addition to the added time of 2 hours given to the attractions listed in the itinerary, the remaining 2 to 4 hours announced refer to: 2 hours for the total travel time, and the other 2 hours for the total time of the moments listed as optional.By the way... we'd like you to know that by choosing us you're choosing a free tour for children under 11 and a 100% sustainable car trip, as all GHG emissions generated are fully offset.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Óbidos (Medieval Town) Half Day Private Tour from Lisbon?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-385000P3

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What's Included

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  • Bottled waterThroughout the tour
  • Private transportation
  • Onboard amenities like sweet and savory crackers, lolipops and chewing gum.
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Rainproof ponchos and sunscreen as needed
  • WiFi on board
  • Onboard mobile phone and tablet charging (USB-Micro; USB-C; and Lightning)
  • Onboard amenities for the little ones, such as paper, drawings coloring pens, puzzle games and toys.
  • Fuel, tolls and parking expenses
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (anywhere in the Greater Lisbon area)
  • Tour's GHG generated emissions 100% offset (eco-Tour)
  • Personal Accident Insurance (PAI)
  • Special Giveway
  • Child and infant car seats if required
  • Tasting of "Ginjinha" liquer in a chocolate cup (1pp).
  • First Aid Kit and Tour Guide with CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All the walks are relatively short and of easy-to-moderate physical demand. Participants do not need to have a high level of physical fitness.
  • Expect a 4-6 hours journey, depending on the pace you want to go and the optional visits you make.
  • Primarily, but not guaranteed, this tour takes place in a Volvo SUV or a Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan.
  • For reasons beyond the control of the Tour Operator, it reserves the right to alter or cancel any service without prior notice due to the impossibility of carrying it out. It further informs that in the event of impossibility of access, by road or on foot, to any site or impossibility of visit to any attraction listed in the itinerary, the customer will not be entitled to any refund.
  • By booking this Activity: you acknowledge that photographs and videos may be taken during the Activity; you consent that these may be published by the Tour Operator, either online or offline; and you agree to waive any rights of ownership or earnings at any time over these records. If you do not accept this, simply inform the Tour Guide on arrival at the start of the Activity.
  • Credits: 3rd photo published under the authorization of Turismo Centro de Portugal.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • By choosing this private activity, you're choosing a free tour for children under 11 and a 100% sustainable car trip, as all GHG emissions generated are fully offset.
  • The Operator is licensed by the Portuguese Tourism Authority and complies with all legal health, safety and insurance regulations.
  • It is mandatory to book 1 seat per child, regardless of age and even if it is mentioned that it is free.
  • Not recommended for small children unused to travelling by car (up to 1 H between stops, up to 6 H for the day).
  • All the highlights of this tour are easily accessible. However, there may be one or two attractions with more limited accessibility.
  • Not allowed to travel with non-folding wheelchairs or strollers.

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