Explore Tomar’s hidden history and artistry on a private walking tour. Discover Templar secrets, tragic tales, and vibrant crafts with insider tips.
Explore Tomar’s hidden history and artistry on a private walking tour. Discover Templar secrets, tragic tales, and vibrant crafts with insider tips.
- Synagogue of Tomar - The oldest synagogue in Portugal, rich in Jewish history from the Portuguese conquest to the Holocaust and beyond. A must-visit attraction.
- Rio Nabao - This river is the reason for the city’s existence. The 1400-year-old bridge has been crossed by pilgrims, knights, and invaders for centuries.
- Republic Square - The…
- Synagogue of Tomar - The oldest synagogue in Portugal, rich in Jewish history from the Portuguese conquest to the Holocaust and beyond. A must-visit attraction.
- Rio Nabao - This river is the reason for the city’s existence. The 1400-year-old bridge has been crossed by pilgrims, knights, and invaders for centuries.
- Republic Square - The central square features a statue, town hall, and intricate stone carvings. It also holds a somber history as a site of executions and punishments, and serves as a meeting point.
- Roda do Parque do Mouchão - Featuring an Arabic-style working waterwheel, beautiful plane trees, and bridges over the river, it’s a delightful spot to relax or enjoy a drink at the riverside café.
- Centro de Estudos em Fotografia de Tomar - Casa dos Cubos - A museum and art gallery.
- Mercado De Tomar - Experience authentic Portugal by strolling through this vibrant market filled with local characters and produce.
- Church Santa Maria do Olival - Built by Templar Knights and a resting place for many. In the 1990s, a major archaeological dig found no human remains. Discover the secrets of where the bodies went.
- Arcos Do Estau - The site of the medieval market built in 1560.
- Museu dos Fosforos - Dedicated to one man’s fascination with matchboxes.
- Nuns’ Arch - Saint Iria met a tragic end, and her legend is retold beneath the road in the sky.
- Pottery and Tile Workshop - Observe and purchase from local artisans as they create ceramic goods.
- Levada de Tomar – Moinhos e Lagares d’El Rei - Enjoy three free museums after the tour. The operator always aims to show as much as possible, but time is never on their side.
- Igreja do Convento de São Francisco - Saint Francis of Assisi is a beloved figure in Portugal, with connections to the Templar Knights.

- Free WiFi in Tomar
- Free WiFi in Tomar
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
With the castle currently closed, many tours face challenges.
This tour, however, does not depend on it.
Instead, participants will explore:
- The hidden gems of Tomar that most tourists miss
- The captivating stories that animate the town
-
A profound connection to the area, beyond just the famous landmark
Numerous guests mention that this experience…
With the castle currently closed, many tours face challenges.
This tour, however, does not depend on it.
Instead, participants will explore:
- The hidden gems of Tomar that most tourists miss
- The captivating stories that animate the town
- A profound connection to the area, beyond just the famous landmark
Numerous guests mention that this experience becomes the highlight of their trip, as it delves deeper than the usual attractions.
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.