Private Day Trip to Historic Óbidos & Mafra
Overview
Discover the palace of Mafra, a magnificent building that was only possible due to the Brazilian gold that poured into the country, allowing King João V to carry out the building of the biggest baroque palaces from the 18th century.
Its construction began on November 17, 1717 and it integrates 4 buildings in one: the palace, the convent, a basilica and a library.
You will be walking though the longest corridor ever built in a palace (232 m long).
Then explore Óbidos, conquered by Portugal´s first king, D. Afonso Henriques, on January 11th, 1148. Since then, Óbidos continues to be part of Portugal’s history. Here you will visit the various highlights of the Fortified village of Óbidos. Walking inside the village also allows you to taste the Ginjinha and other local goods and crafts.
This activity includes:
- Mafra National Palace
- Castle of Óbidos
- Marquês de Pombal
- Pick-up and drop off at a hotel or cruise port in Lisbon
- Transportation by air-conditioned car or van
- Entrance fees to the sites
- Private Tour. Just you and your guide.
- Private guide for your group, who will accompany you inside the monuments and locations
On arrival
Explore Historic Óbidos & Mafra.
Things to note
Be sure to bring comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a camera.
At time of booking, hotel/Airbnb etc. clients must provide hotel name and address
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide ship name, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
National monuments close on public holidays or on special occasions, without notice.
The sequence of the mentioned places can be changed according to customer's will or due to weather conditions.
NOTE:
Each July (at an extra cost) Óbidos castle hosts a traditional 'Medieval Market'. For two weeks the castle and the surrounding town recreate the spirit of medieval Europe. Flowing banners and heraldic flags set the mood together with hundreds of entertainers and stall holders dressed as merchants, jugglers, jesters, wandering minstrels, soldiers and more.
Visitors can shop at the traditional handcrafts fair or watch medieval shows, horse displays and a costumed parade that winds its way through the streets. There are also displays of jousting knights and armed combat.
Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
