Sintra and Óbidos Tour from Lisbon
Description
This is the itinerary of medieval and romantic castles. Sintra is the first place to visit on this tour: a World Heritage Site, the capital of romanticism in Portugal, it has been the summer residence of the royal family since the 14th century. Its humid microclimate contributed to the exuberance of the vegetation, which was often praised by the romantic poets of the 19th century. On this tour you will have the opportunity to visit several Palaces of Sintra and try the traditional sweets. 100 km north, our tour will arrive in Óbidos, a charming medieval town within walls, where we will taste the typical drink of the region, “Ginja”, served in a chocolate cup. Óbidos is the best example of a medieval city in Portugal. Arriving inside its walls, it is as if we went back in time when we find the old stone alleys, the houses with their secular facades painted in white, the always active trade, a countless number of churches built over the centuries.
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In the historic center of the romantic village of Sintra, Portugal, many buildings and traces from different eras and cultural movements remain. It encompasses a wide area of diverse heritage, including palaces, castles, farms and parks with different classifications.
Founded in 1195, it is one of the best preserved medieval villages, one of the jewels of Portugal. The interior of the wall is filled with houses whitewashed in white, blue and yellow, decorated with colorful flowers. At the top of the small and charming historic town, the imposing Óbidos Castle (14th century) dominates the landscape. Churches, restaurants, handicraft shops and other businesses spread through the narrow streets of the walled village. In 2007, Óbidos Castle took second place among the most relevant monuments of Portuguese architectural heritage, in the competition “the Seven Wonders of Portugal”.
This aqueduct is located southeast of Porta da Vila, the main gateway to the city of Óbidos, Portugal. This construction was funded by the Queen...
In the historic center of the romantic village of Sintra, Portugal, many buildings and traces from different eras and cultural movements remain. Surrounds a wide area of diverse heritage, including palaces, castles, farms and parks with different classifications
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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John was knowledgeable, patient and just an all around joy for us two. Always ready with an answer to any of our questions it was wonderful to learn so much about Portugal and the former colonies. He was also ready with information about Sintra and Óbidos.
At Recordtours we value excellence in all our services and we deeply value the feedback from each client, so we cannot fail to thank you for choosing us. We are happy to know that we were able to meet your expectations and, if necessary, we will be fully available for other tours. Best Regards Joao Pedro 🇵🇹
