Most people build a Tomar itinerary around the obvious highlights — the Convent of Christ, the castle walls, an afternoon getting lost among the streets near Republic Square. All of that deserves the time it takes. But if you’re spending a…
Tomar has a way of slowing you down. You wander the cloisters of the Convent of Christ, climb up to the castle walls, get pleasantly lost in the historic streets around Republic Square — and by day two or three, you…
For thirty years the castle on the hill above the Nabão had never been tested. It had been built, garrisoned and expanded on the assumption that one day an army would come to take it back. In July 1190, one…
Tomar is one of those Portuguese towns that is large enough to impress, yet small enough to explore in a single day—even with children in tow. Between castles, riverside walks, and charming squares, there’s plenty to keep both kids and…
If you’re planning a trip to Tomar and love the freedom of camping, you’re in for a treat. The region around Tomar is one of the most beautiful parts of Central Portugal, with historic towns, crystal-clear river beaches, forests, and…
If there’s one event that transforms the city of Tomar into one of Portugal’s most extraordinary destinations, it’s the Festa dos Tabuleiros. Taking place only once every four years, this unique celebration fills the historic streets with music, flowers, tradition, and…
Nine hundred years ago, this was frontier land — the edge of a kingdom that didn’t fully exist yet, and the edge of a war that had already lasted a century. This is the story of the knight who looked…
If you’re visiting Tomar with children this August, a trip to Cine-Teatro Paraíso is a great way to spend a warm summer morning. On Sunday 9 August and again on Sunday 16 August 2026, the family film Mumbo Jumbo will…
Festival Bons Sons 2026: This Weekend Cem Soldos Becomes Portugal’s Musical Heart If you’re visiting the Tomar region this weekend, don’t miss Festival Bons Sons. From 6 to 9 August 2026, the picturesque village of Cem Soldos, just a 10-minute…
Train, bus, car or guided tour — here’s every option, with current prices, honest timings, and tips that the booking sites don’t tell you. The good news: getting from Lisbon to Tomar is straightforward. The slightly annoying news: there are…