Tomar’s Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min–2h
- Price from
- $10 / person
- Location
- Coimbra, Portugal
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
- Meeting point
- This self-guided audio tour starts in front of Church Santa Maria do Olival. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Description
Tomar’s history extends far beyond its famous Templar connections. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll discover how this medieval fortress town became a center of exploration, Jewish scholarship, and cultural traditions. Starting in front of the Church Santa Maria do Olival, where Templar masters lie buried, you’ll follow the peaceful Nabão River through neighborhoods where centuries of Portuguese life have unfolded. You’ll hear about the Age of Discovery and several colourful Portuguese festivals as you stroll past traditional pastry shops serving sweets found nowhere else. You’ll weave through the historic Jewish Quarter with its remarkably preserved medieval synagogue, and beside waterways that once powered mills for the powerful religious orders. Along the way, you’ll find out how Jewish, Christian, and Moorish influences shaped the town’s identity. The tour ends in the historical Largo do Pelourinho, a square that once served as the town’s center of justice.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 6+)
- $10
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
This self-guided audio tour starts in front of the Church Santa Maria do Olival, where Templar masters lie buried, you’ll follow the peaceful Nabão River through neighborhoods where centuries of Portuguese life have unfolded.
Stroll through Parque do Mouchão’s tranquil gardens with views of the Convent of Christ on the hilltop
Stroll through Parque do Mouchão’s tranquil gardens with views of the Convent of Christ on the hilltop
On this audio tour, you'll stroll past the Museu dos Fósforos - Aquiles da Mota Lima. You'll learn about the museum while you walk.
Central Electrica Da Levada De Tomar
Tomar’s history extends far beyond its famous Templar connections. On this walking tour, you’ll discover how this medieval fortress town became a center of exploration, Jewish scholarship, and cultural traditions that continue today. Along the way, you'll see and learn about Judicial Da Comarca De Tomar
Praca da Republica
Tomar’s history extends far beyond its famous Templar connections. On this walking tour, you’ll discover how this medieval fortress town became a center of exploration, Jewish scholarship, and cultural traditions that continue today. Along the way, you'll see and learn about Praça da República
You’ll weave through the historic Jewish Quarter with its remarkably preserved medieval synagogue, and beside waterways that once powered mills for the powerful religious orders.
Tomar’s history extends far beyond its famous Templar connections. On this walking tour, you’ll discover how this medieval fortress town became a center of exploration, Jewish scholarship, and cultural traditions that continue today. Along the way, you'll see and learn about Café Paraiso
Tomar’s history extends far beyond its famous Templar connections. On this walking tour, you’ll discover how this medieval fortress town became a center of exploration, Jewish scholarship, and cultural traditions that continue today. Along the way, you'll see and learn about Junta de Freguesia de São João Baptista.
The tour ends in the historical Largo do Pelourinho, a square that once served as the town’s center of justice.
What's included
Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Food and drink
Transportation
How it compares in Coimbra
- Starting price $10 is 85% below the typical $68 for tours of similar length in Coimbra
Excurgo comparison of 197 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Tomar’s Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour take?
Tomar’s Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour lasts about 1h 30min–2h. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does Tomar’s Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour cost?
Prices start at $10 per person for this Coimbra 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 Tomar’s Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Tomar’s Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour 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 This self-guided audio tour starts in front of Church Santa Maria do Olival. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Tomar’s Historical Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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