• Aveiro - Known as the Venice of Portugal, Aveiro is crisscrossed by canals and its waters are navigated by moliceiro boats, reminiscent of gondolas.
• Coimbra - Home to one of the world’s oldest universities, Coimbra overlooks the Mondego River, which witnessed the growth of this former capital city.
• Fatima - The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima (Santuário de Fátima) ranks among the largest Catholic pilgrimage sites globally, drawing 4 to 5 million visitors annually. Between May 13th and October 13th, 1917, three shepherd children reportedly experienced six apparitions of the Virgin Mary, who shared messages and predictions about the future. During the final apparition, approximately 50,000 people claimed to see the sun move in the sky in a manner that defied cosmological laws.
• Nazare - Nazaré is a delightful coastal town filled with beaches, seafood eateries, and lookouts offering stunning ocean vistas.

While summer attracts sunbathers, Nazaré is a surfer’s haven for most of the year. Its massive waves frequently make headlines, with surfers tackling waves nearly 30 meters high at Praia do Norte.

• Batalha - Batalha grew around the Monastery of Santa Maria de Vitória, built in 1386 to fulfill a vow by Portuguese King Dom João I to the Virgin Mary, promising its construction if Portugal triumphed over Castile at the Battle of Aljubarrota on August 14th, 1385. Lavish celebrations marking this victory occur annually in August near the monastery.
• Alcobaca - Visitors flock to see the UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Monastery of Santa Maria d’Alcobaça.

Within the church’s transept lie the tombs of King Pedro I and his mistress, Inês de Castro, who was assassinated in 1355 by order of Pedro’s father, King Afonso IV. After ascending to the throne, Pedro had her remains moved to her tomb in Alcobaça and, according to legend, crowned her as queen of Portugal, instructing court members to honor her by kissing her decomposing hand.

• Obidos - Obidos was a wedding gift from King Denis of Portugal to his queen in 1282, as she had previously expressed her affection for it. The cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses with vibrant trim, and the striking medieval castle immerse visitors in the enchanting atmosphere of this ancient walled city.

Despite its small size, Obidos boasts numerous distinctions, features, and attractions that make it a delightful place to visit. Here are the top things to see and do in Obidos.

• Private transportation
• On-board WiFi
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Gratuities
• Lunch

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