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Catch Every Beat of Tomar’s Top Tours

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Total Duration: 2 – 3 hours
  • Synagogue of Tomar, The Synagogue of Tomar, built in the 15th century, stands as a testament to the vibrant Jewish community that once thrived there. It’s one of Portugal’s oldest surviving synagogues, featuring Mudejar-style architecture with intricate geometric designs. The stories of the Jewish people that lived in Tomar will surprise you.
  • Castelo de Tomar, The Castle of Tomar, located in Portugal, is a stunning example of medieval architecture. Constructed in the 12th century by the Knights Templar, it served as their headquarters. Its strategic position atop a hill offers commanding views of the surrounding landscape. The castle features robust walls, towers, and a keep, showcasing both military might and religious symbolism. Over the centuries, it underwent expansions and modifications, blending various architectural styles. Today, it stands as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, inviting visitors to explore its rich history and impressive fortifications.
  • Roda do parque do Mouchao, The Roda Hidráulica do Mouchão in Tomar, Portugal, is a historic hydraulic water wheel dating back to the 17th century. Located in the picturesque Mouchão Park, it served as part of the city’s irrigation system, harnessing the power of the Nabão River to supply water to the surrounding areas. The wheel, made of wood and iron, stands as a testament to Portugal’s engineering ingenuity of the time. Today, it’s a charming symbol of Tomar’s rich history and is a popular spot for visitors to admire and photograph.
  • Museu dos Fosforos, Strike forth to this perfect match. I’ll point to to the museum of matchboxes, it’s the biggest collection in the world! Portugal, pass by without stopping
  •  Casa dos Cubos,  Portugal, pass by without stopping
  • Rio Nabao, Tomar A beautiful meandering river in the centre of the city. We’ll walk along as I tell you the river’s secrets and stories.
  • Praca da Republica With bars and restaurants, churches and the statue of Gualdim Pais (the builder of Tomar) this is a great place to start your visit. 10 minutes
  • Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Conceicao, Between the old town and the Convento da Ordem de Cristo, Tomar Portugal, 3 minutes
Kim
Kim
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Wonderful two-hour tour with Mark! Tripadvisor review: Tomar's No1 English tour - Templar knights, battles and bloodshed Mark did a fabulous job and is a good storyteller keeping us engaged and entertained while providing some interesting historical information about the Knights Templar in this area.
Liz
Liz
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The one thing you should do in Tomar Mark and his wife ere amazing . He made Tomar come alive full of interesting facts stories and legends. He gave us a lot of information about the surrounding area and even taught us a bit of language and etiquette. Definitely money well spent A entertaining few hours Thank you Mark and Joanne.
NAN93
NAN93
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Personal and Knowledgeable This was my first time going to Tomar and taking this tour really open my eyes to how interesting and vibrant it can be. Marks knowledge of the area ans endless enthusiasm of the history is ever present. Thanks again.
Mark
Mark
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Highly recommended Great tour by Mark, super informative and very friendly. I learned so much about the amazing history of Tomar, would highly recommend.
Voyager
Voyager
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Fantastic fun and educational. Mark is a born storyteller and a natural communicator. It's like walking around a city with an old friend who knows what to look at. We had a great afternoon, loved the knights Templar. He even pointed us to the best restaurants in town. He's funny too!
David_o
David_o
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Great Tour!! Mark was a great guide. We had a fantastic time learning about Tomar and the Knights Templars. Would recommend this walking tour to anyone interested in gaining insight into Tomar's history.
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