Discover the ancient Thermal Hospital in Caldas da Rainha, visit the Church of Nossa Senhora do Pópulo and explore the unique Manueline Architecture. Explore the city’s history in D. Carlos I Park.
Discover the ancient Thermal Hospital in Caldas da Rainha, visit the Church of Nossa Senhora do Pópulo and explore the unique Manueline Architecture. Explore the city’s history in D. Carlos I Park.
- Hospital Termal Rainha D. Leonor - We will visit the very first Thermal Hospital in the world. Inside we are going to explore the ancient Pool of the Queen and the Noble Salon
- Praca da Republica - At the Praça da Republica we will find the only street market that is open every day of the year in Portugal. Were is all about local vendors that…
- Hospital Termal Rainha D. Leonor - We will visit the very first Thermal Hospital in the world. Inside we are going to explore the ancient Pool of the Queen and the Noble Salon
- Praca da Republica - At the Praça da Republica we will find the only street market that is open every day of the year in Portugal. Were is all about local vendors that sell local products as Fruit, Vegetables, Bread, Cheese and flowers.
- Chafariz das Cinco Bicas - Visit the biggest fountain in the city and the Water Garden - one of the most urban biggest ceramics work in Portugal made by the great master Ferreira da Silva from Porto
- Parque Dom Carlos I - We are going to pass by the Park Pavillions one of the city icon and talk about their history. After we go to talk about the José Malhoa Museum and the great history behind the building.
- Praca da Republica - Visit the fantastic ceramics pieces that makes part of the Bordaliana Route. A set of ceramics pieces in human scale made by the great Portuguese master Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro!
Snails, Turtles, Cabbages, Police man and others…
- Praca da Republica - We are going to make a stop at the Central Café to taste Cavacas das Caldas (pastry) and Sour Cherry Liqueur (ginjinha) and see the famous painting of the fifties by Júlio Pomar - The Unicorn.
- Local guide
- All activities
- Local guide
- All activities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup
- Hotel drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup
- Hotel drop-off
Experience a visit to the world’s oldest Thermal Hospital, which has been in continuous operation for over five centuries.
Before the advent of modern SPAs, Queen D. Leonor of Portugal had her own exclusive “Pool,” which you will have the opportunity to explore. Inspired by observing people seeking healing in natural hot springs, the Queen commissioned…
Experience a visit to the world’s oldest Thermal Hospital, which has been in continuous operation for over five centuries.
Before the advent of modern SPAs, Queen D. Leonor of Portugal had her own exclusive “Pool,” which you will have the opportunity to explore. Inspired by observing people seeking healing in natural hot springs, the Queen commissioned the construction of a thermal hospital on the site in 1485.
The tour also includes a visit to the nearby Church of Nossa Senhora do Pópulo (“Our Lady of the People”), a small yet artistically significant place of worship. It features some of the earliest examples of “Manueline Architecture,” a distinctive Portuguese architectural style.
Following this, the tour will take you to the picturesque and romantic D. Carlos I Park, where you will learn about the city’s history, particularly its golden era in the 19th century when it emerged as an industrial and artistic center, with figures like Rafael Bordalo Pinheiro and José Malhoa becoming renowned names.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
