Explore the most charming medieval town of Óbidos with an experienced, knowledgeable, and friendly guide who will take you through the history and the tales, the streets and the alleys, the castle and the churches, the fine art, and (last but not least) an authentic taste of this ancient Portuguese land: the tour includes a free tasting of the famous local liqueur called “Ginjinha de Óbidos”, served 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 celebrated XVII century local painter and global talent Josefa de Óbidos. She was the first Portuguese female artist to have her works exhibited in the Louvre Museum.
Learn about how Óbidos was, for centuries, a special place for the queens of Portugal. Come and dive deep in Óbidos and take some gorgeous photos along the way.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
11:00 AM and 2:30 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 13+)
$40
Child (ages 0–12)
Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots
Itinerary
Igreja de Santa Maria
10 min
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).
Sao Tiago Church
10 min
We will enter at the São Tiago Church that in ourdays is a bookstore.
Castelo de Obidos
10 min
We will visit the original castle that the Portuguese army conquer in the 12th century.
What's included
Included
Local guide
Alcoholic Beverages
All activities
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup
Hotel drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
146 reviews
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How it compares in Lisbon
Starting price $40 is 36% below the typical $63 for tours of similar length in Lisbon
Excurgo comparison of 4,260 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
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:
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots take?
Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots cost?
Prices start at $40 per person for this Lisbon experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM.
How much does Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots cost for children?
Children aged 0–12 pay nothing, adults from $40.
Can I cancel Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Touristic Office (in front off). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 146 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Silver Coast Travelling.
Reviews(146)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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outdoorcrush
August 30, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Ivo Knows Óbidos *Recommended*
We were lucky enough to be the only ones on the tour, which made the experience feel even more personal and tailored to the things we were most interested in.
Ivo is from Óbidos and currently lives there, as well as being a very experienced guide, so we really felt we got the most out of the tour. He was genuinely enthusiastic about sharing his knowledge while always being professional, friendly, and approachable.
He was happy to answer all of our questions and also shared his own personal insights and perspectives, which made the tour even more interesting. We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to learn more about Óbidos from someone who truly knows and loves the area.
Operator response
Dear Jennifer,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad the tour met your expectations and that you felt welcome and well taken care of. It was a joy having you with us!
Best regards from the Silver Coast Travelling tours.
Ivo Soares
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immao791
August 24, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended!!
We loved the tour! It was very nice to get to know more and in detail about Obidos, and we think that doing this tour in Obidos should be mandatory considering the story of the city. Moreover, we loved the authentical experience we had, guided by Ivo who is a very nice and kind person and very passionate about his job. He knows it all and answered to all of of our questions providing more and more details about monuments and history tales. Highly recommended!
Operator response
We’re so grateful for your review and even more grateful you chose us for your tour! Your positivity and enthusiasm made it an extra special day.
Best regards from the Silver Coast Travelling Tours team.
Ivo Soares
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Valerie_G
August 10, 2026 · via Viator
Excellent… a must do tour of Obidos!
Amazing walking tour of Obidos! João Pedro is so knowledgeable we really got an incredible and detailed history of Obidos, he showed us so many parts of the city we otherwise would have just walked the main streets not knowing. I happen to love history but even if you don’t it’s still a must do because you will get an orientation to the city and great photo vantage points and views from a knowledgeable, prompt, and kind guide! 5 stars would totally do it again!
Operator response
Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it! Wish you all the best! JP
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Suzydaveiga
June 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Love this tour!
Joao was our guide and was super informative! This was a great tour. We highly recommend it. We felt he took his time giving us all the info needed and answered all our questions. Very kind and helpful! Thank you Joao!
Operator response
Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it! Wish you all the best! JP
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Nick_J
June 15, 2026 · via Viator
Ivo was very...
Ivo was very knowledgeable. Loved staying off the main path and learning so much history about Obidos.
Operator response
Dear Nick,
We're so happy you had an amazing time! Your review made our day—thank you for joining the tour and for being such a great part of it. Hope to see you on another adventure soon!
Best regards from the Silver Coast Travelling tours team.
Ivo Soares
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L5482WQstevel
June 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Obidos tour
Fantastic! A very relaxed and informed tour
Operator response
Hi!!!
We're so happy you had an amazing time! Your review made our day—thank you for joining the tour and for being such a great part of it. Hope to see you on another adventure soon!
Best regards from the SIlver Coast Travelling tours team,
Ivo Soares
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Adam_M
May 1, 2026 · via Viator
Great tour!
Very nice guide and learned a lot! Really enjoyed his knowledge of history and the wine! Would recommend to others.
Operator response
Dear Adam,
We’re honored to have been part of your first experience in Portugal! Thank you for trusting us—we’re so glad you enjoyed discovering the Silver Coast with us!
Best regards from the Silver Coast Travelling Tours.
Ivo Soares
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150olenaw
April 24, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Very worth seeing
A beautiful place! Although very touristy, quite crowded and worn and yet very worth seeing!
Operator response
Thank you for your honest feedback—we truly value it. We’re always looking for ways to improve, and your suggestion will definitely be taken into account. We’re glad you still had a great experience overall!
Best regards from the Silver Coast Travelling Tours.
Ivo Soares
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Cbantel
April 1, 2026 · via Viator
Walk and Talk in Obidos
Obidos is a don't miss medieval town in Portugal. We thoroughly enjoyed walking around the town and learning the history of Obidis AND Portugal.
Joao Pedro (JP) was friendly and welcoming in demeanor..He was very knowledgeable about Obidos AND Portugal. He answered our many questions ( my partner loves history) and gave us little extra bits of information
He was wonderful and we loved the tour.
Operator response
Thank you! Very kind of you :) See you next time you visit the country. All the best! JP
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Franca_G
December 11, 2025 · via Viator
Obidos: A Hidden Gem
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative about Obidos. He had an excellent command of the English language. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with him and we walked away with a greater appreciation for the town of Obidos
Operator response
Glad you enjoyed it! Wish you all the best! Grazie mille! JP
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