In the Heart of the City: Get to know the history of Tomar and taste local Tapas!

5.0
(22 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

At the end of this tour you are going to comprehend what brings life to Tomar and makes it pulse. Starting in Várzea Grande we will walk towards Saint Mary Church, once a Cathedral and one of the most important dioceses in the all country and beyond. Descending, we will pass by the Saint Iria’s Convent whilst enjoying one of the best views Tomar has to offer. Then, we will dive in the green garden of Mouchão where we’ll see the Mouchão Wheel which is said to be proof the passage of the Mors in these lands. We will be on our way again, this time to enter the former Jews’ street and where we will go back to 15th century and to when the synagogue, jewish history. Meanwhile let us observe the famous corner windows, symbol of once architecture. Lastly, we will finish in the main square, centre of the city.

What's Included

This Tour includes a traditional tapas degustation.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Near the Tourism office.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We will talk about the Estaus and the ancient main square

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We will find out more about the secrets inside the Templrar's cathedral.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Take a look at the Traditional Wheel of Mouchão.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Smal introduction to the tour.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Visit to the Synagogue and to the old jewish street.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    End of the tour.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    You will know more about the importance of the water to the city's development.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Open Roads Portugal

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Hiking Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Culture
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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