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Private Tour: Discover the Rich Medieval History of Obidos

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8 hours (approx.)
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Enjoy visits Obidos the capital of romanticism, affords a rewarding 8 hours Private Tour experience. Obidos is, is one of the most picturesque and beautiful villages of Portugal. The monuments have a grand architecture full of stories and unraveling  mysteries. Óbidos or "fortified city" had its origin in an early Roman settlement near the foothills of an elevated escarpment. Óbidos is the most beautiful medieval town that was part of the dowry of Portuguese queens and integrated the fortresses built by the Templars. Discover the Óbidos harmony of the architectural designs of the houses and churches. Take a walk around the historical walls and feel their texture and taste the liquor "Ginjinha". Your Private tour also includes a free and flexible pick-up (9am)/drop-off (5pm) from your located accommodations, driver/guide

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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities
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Obidos Village (pass by)

You will visit Obidos is the finest example of a Portuguese walled town, and is one of the best tourist destinations of the Lisbon region. Historically, Obidos was presented to the Queen of Portugal on her wedding day, a tradition that began with Queen Urraca in 1214 and continued until the 19th century. This royal patronage has left an enduring legacy of pride within the town, and today it is one of the most characterful towns of central Portugal.You will explore Obidos; there are narrow-cobbled streets, traditional painted houses, and an imposing medieval castle.The region surrounding Obidos is as equally fascinating, there is the working fishing port of Peniche, the pristine beaches of Lagoa de Obidos and even Europe’s largest collection of Buddha statues, at the Buddha Eden. Obidos is a great base from which to exploring this enthralling region, and the town is rapidly becoming a popular destination for a holiday. This article will provide a tourist guide to Obidos, and provides links to further in-depth information.
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Obidos Village

Visit the Chapel of our Lady of Mercy- No sooner had Óbidos been recaptured from the Moors by Kind Afonso Henriques in 1148 than this church was founded on the main square.There isn’t much left of the medieval building, and this is down to seismic events, quite literally: Following an earthquake in the 15oos the first of a few reconstruction campaigns gave the church its present Mannerist design.Almost every inch of the interior walls is clad with tiles from the 1600s and 1700s, and there’s a marvellous retable from the same period.But the thing you have to see is the Renaissance tomb of João de Noronha in the Chapel of our Lady of Mercy, fashioned by French sculptors Jean de Rouen and Nicolas Chantereine.
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Obidos Village

Allow some time to potter around the square in front of the church, as there are some neat things if you know where to find them.One is the pillory, a monument to the town’s autonomy and a place to punish criminals.This is from the 1400s and bears the coat of arms of Eleanor of Viseu.A poignant detail on the crest is a net, which symbolises the fisherman’s net that her infant son was wrapped in after he drowned in the Tagus.Beneath this is a 16th-century fountain once fed by the town’s aqueduct.Up on the north side is the Telheiro, a building easy to recognise for its portico with six columns, and housing the town’s indoor market until the 1900s.
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Obidos Village

Visit the hexagonal sanctuary to the north of Óbidos merits a detour for the stone cross in its altar, etched with a primitive image of the crucifixion.One glance will tell you that the cross is extremely old, and it has been dated to the 2nd or 3rd centuries.It has been at this place since long before this Baroque church.The story goes that Queen Eleanor of Viseu placed the cross nearby in the 1500s to indicate the route to Caldas da Rainha, hot springs that she founded.It was forgotten until being rediscovered by a farmer in 1730 gaining a new generation of devotees and resulting in the church that was finished in 1737.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Coronavirus Safety Measures - The safety and well-being of everyone who uses our services are always our priority. We are actively monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and are taking steps to help keep our customers safe.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour: Discover the Rich Medieval History of Obidos?

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

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

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What's Included

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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Driver/guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Coronavirus Safety Measures - The safety and well-being of everyone who uses our services are always our priority. We are actively monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and are taking steps to help keep our customers safe.
  • We’re certified by the Official Tourism entity ‘Turismo de Portugal’ with the hygiene certification stamp ‘Clean & Safe’.
  • For our safety, we operate only private tour and pick-up/drop-off all passengers. We clean and disinfect our vehicles every tour and we provide hand sanitizer and masks to our customers.
  • Our guides are experienced professionals, courteous and drive defensive and safety with only one objective to ensure your safety and satisfaction.

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