Castle of Monsanto: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Portugal's Most Famous Site

4.8
(4 reviews) Portugal

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1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 7 more

This self guided audio tour takes you on a walk through the ruins of the Upper Town of São Miguel and the Castle of Monsanto, an epic historical site.

You’ll discover little known stories behind all of the places you visit on a journey that will take you across time as far back as the Roman Empire and the Middle Ages. Together we’ll explore the nearly twenty centuries of history that shaped this highly scenic site into the magnificent gem you find here today.

The tour’s highlights include:

• A detailed exploration of the Castle of Monsanto and the upper town of São Miguel
• The legend of the Divina Santa Cruz
• The legend of the Apparition of Our Lady of the Castle and the explosion of 1814
• The legend of the Thirteen Bowls
• The unveiling of the Hanging Rock of the Parish of São Miguel

What's Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English, French, Spanish or Portuguese
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Food/Drink
Smartphone and headphones
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes by Muralha Norte.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour goes around the Castle of Monsanto.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour goes past the ruins of the Capela de São João.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour goes past the ruins of the Church de Sao Miguel.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour goes past the Torre do Pião.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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