Great place to wander around in. This is a huge castle, then the interpretation in English is…read morepretty good. There are tiles from the 17th century inside. You get to wander all over, looking at the dorm rooms that the monks lived in. You also get to see their kitchen and eating area as well as gardens. And of course the church inside is very very beautiful. I do not know much about the Templars before coming here, but they were a very interesting group.

If you like the story of the Knights Templar you should come here…read more This was Called the Convent of Christ. It was the temple where the Knights Templar lived when they were betrayed by the king of France and disbanded by the pope and fled France. Those who survived fled to Portugal where King Dinis reamed them the Knights of Christ. The symbol of the Knights of Christ is slightly different than the Knights Templar but you can see the similarity. The inner chapel is very ornate and beautiful which showed the money that they had. I loved putting the history together with the actual place.

This is only aqueduct that I can have access to the top. I love to walk on this aqueduct. Don't…read moreforget to visit this place after visit Tomar Convent of Christ. This 400 year old structure is beautiful and accessible with two entry point. If you drive your car, the parking to the entry point is available and free. Most people overlook this aqueduct, I would said is a good choice to visit. It is only a 7 minutes drive from the convent. The great thing is you can follow the stair of one tower to the top of aqueduct. The view on top is spectacular. You can see this magnificent structure supply the water to the castle of the Tomar. The visit is free. In fact, when we visit at 4:30 pm. There is not many people there. No tourists, I spot local residents.

Visited on September 14, 2019. This aqueduct used to bring water to the Convent of Christ. One can…read morereally get up close to this aqueduct and discover just how it works from the top by taking the stairs up one of the towers. The tallest part of the aqueduct is about 98 feet high, and it's really cool one can walk across the top along the edge. There is even a section where the "stone rail" is missing. Although walking the whole aqueduct takes longer, walking between the 2 towers probably takes less than 10 minutes one way.

Cool place. Interpretation a bit sparse, but The setting is stunning. Because it is surrounded by…read morewater, you wait for a small boat to come get you and take you to and from the castle. That's half the fun! The river is gorgeous. It's interesting, trying to understand how people lived in this castle.

It's a castle rising out of a river, how cool is that? Got here during some sort of medieval…read morefestival which helped with the vibe. You have to take a boat ride to get to it but it's a short wait.

UNESCO World Heritage Site…read more The palace is also known as "The Palace of Monteiro the Millionaire." The exterior is a sight to behold. Beyond the palace, there is an extensive park that features lakes, grottoes, wells, fountains, etc. The initiation well is a must. It consists of a spiral staircase with 9 platforms. I enjoyed our visit here, but wished I had more time exploring the grounds.

This was an enchanting and somewhat otherworldly property with mystical grounds, initiation wells…read moreand hidden paths. This quinta, or manor house, is considered a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its cultural homage to freemasonry, the Knights Templar, and Gothic/Roman/Renaissance architecture. We weren't entirely sure what to expect, but I felt like this could be the setting for a new Dan Brown novel. The four-hectare grounds included the palace, a chapel, a 9-story initiation well (apparently used by free masons for ritualistic purposes, and also meant to represent Dante's 9 levels of hell?), and other mystical oddities. We spent the next two hours exploring the ins and outs of the forest, walking down the well and doing our own sort of initiation, exploring underground tunnels and grottos, and walking through the manor house. It was a unique experience and would definitely recommend as one of the attractions to do on a Sintra day trip

This is a beautiful castle and the walk up from the historic city center was easy, beautiful, and…read moreworth it! Walking the ramparts of this ancient castle, which you can see from anywhere you are in Sintra, is a must do. My husband is afraid of heights and he was not overly excited about walking the castle because it is pretty sketchy - there aren't guard rails to prevent falling off. Views of the town of Sintra and the Pena Palace are stunning. Absolutely worth the visit.

The Castelo dos Mouros (Castle of the Moors) is a set of open-air castle ruins on a hilltop. Most…read moreof the visit experience consists of climbing up and down stone steps and walking along castle walls. It unexpectedly rained during most of my visit, even though the skies were clear earlier in the day, and even directly after my visit. The height, occasional lack of guard rails, light-to-medium rain, and mist flowing uphill all combined in some places to create an eery mystique, not easily expressed through photos. However, there were moments when the mist and clouds cleared to show spectacular broad views of the town and countryside below. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes with grip, as most surfaces are cobblestone. Consider bringing a hooded jacket, wide-brim hat, or umbrella in case of rain or excessive sun. The only structure with a roof, other than the ticket office and restrooms, is the church (Ingreja de São Pedro de Canaferrim) building. I took the 434 bus to and from the castle due to rain, but might have walked from town otherwise. The 434 bus has USB-A plugs that can slow-charge one's electronics.

This is a medieval town, still with its old fortifications in place that is an absolute marvel and…read morea must-do whenever you're visiting Portugal. There are so many cute shops to choose from and the entire walking experience was both picturesque and relaxing. The town is full of shops that offer good items at very reasonable prices. Among all of the towns that I visited, the souvenirs here were definitely among the best and very unique. There are lots of historic sites to visit and cobblestone streets are everywhere. The one thing to keep in mind is given a lot of roads are uneven for obvious reasons, older people should take notice when walking. I saw quite a few older folks in my group have trouble navigating the walk, that is something to watch out for.

Obidos is the town that sits inside a medieval fort. Like a Renaissance affair that never packed…read moreup. It has whitewashed houses, cobblestone streets, flower boxes that make your Instagram feel underdressed, charming photo ops, and not so many tourists. It's a great spot to spend a morning if you're vacationing in Lisbon.

The older of the 2 cathedrals in Coimbra, built primarily in a Romanesque style. Lots of historic…read morearchitecture and art, with a sumptuous altarpiece. The portals (outside doors) are lovely. The Gothic cloister is small but makes for a nice walk.

Gorgeous, Manuelline-style architecture…read more Two Euros for admission Beautifully maintained grounds Tours available