Óbidos Lagoon: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Lisbon: Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré & Óbidos Full-Day Tour

1. From Lisbon: Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré & Óbidos Full-Day Tour

Travel by air-conditioned minivan to Fátima and learn why millions of pilgrims make their way to the sanctuary each year. Continue to Batalha to see some of the best 14th-century architecture in Portugal, including the monastery built in commemoration of the 1385 Battle of Aljubarrota. Next, go to the charming seaside town of Nazaré and savor some fresh fish at lunch (own expense). Take a scenic coastal drive through São Martinho do Porto and the Óbidos Lagoon en route to the medieval walled village of Óbidos. Stroll around the cobbled streets and taste some authentic ginjinha (cherry liqueur).

From Lisbon: Obidos, & Nazaré Day Trip with Guide

2. From Lisbon: Obidos, & Nazaré Day Trip with Guide

Explore with us some rural towns in Portugal. Start from Praça dos Restauradores in front of Padaria Portuguesa and with our Italian guide going to the first place. We will arrive in Obidos along the " Atlantica " highway after about 1 hour of travel. We will visit the old Medieval Castle and its historical centre, stopping to experience of " Ginginha " typical liquor. Soon after we will leave the ancient village towards the Lagoon of Obidos, the largest salt lake in Portugal with flows directly to ocean sea. We will continue our journey to Nazaré, a very welcoming fishing village. There will be visit the upper part of the city with its Sanctuary, dedicated to Virgin of Nazaré to whom the miracle of flowers is attribuited. In the main square you bill able to see the stalls selling dried fruit where the woman wear a typical and ancient clothes. The breathaking view from this square where you admire the large fisherman's beach. Nearby we can instead begin our descend towards the Nazaré Lighthouse when we can admire the "Canyon" wich, 60 km long, forms biggest waves in the World where every year surfer from all over world come to challenge each other amazing acrobatics on the sea. Upon returning to the city of Lisbon, we will stop in Mafra.

From Lisbon: Obidos, Mafra & The Silver Coast Private Trip

3. From Lisbon: Obidos, Mafra & The Silver Coast Private Trip

After being picked up from your accommodation, it is an hours drive, roof down, up the motorway to the stunning town of Orbidos. Admire the views from the motorway and as we approach down the hill. You will get an opportunity to spend about 2 hours here, exploring the narrow streets, shops and cafes, take in the views from the city walls, drink Ginjinha de Óbidos (sour cherry brandy) or coffee if you like!! Once you have finished exploring you can either remain here for lunch or head to the coast and the gorgeous town of Foz do Arelho. You can lunch at one of the shoreline cafes, whilst admiring the views across the sand to the lagoon in one direction and the Atlantic Ocean in the other. Take a walk along the beach, spend time soaking up the sun, the time is yours. When you have had enough it is back in the car and onto Mafia with it's stunning palace.. You will be amazed at it's size and beauty as we approach Mafra. Be stunned as we approach the palace. Here you will get about 2 hours to explore the palace in all it's glory. When your legs can take no more, it's time for a coffee before returning to your accommodation either by motorway (Lisbon) or the coastal road (Cascais/Sintra).

From Porto: Private transfer to Lisbon with up to 3 stops

4. From Porto: Private transfer to Lisbon with up to 3 stops

Enjoy a totally private transfer from Porto to Lisbon with up to 3 optional stops along the way in the most famous cities, including Aveiro, Coimbra, Fátima, Nazaré and Óbidos. If you don't want to visit these beautiful cities, you can make your transfer directly, without stops between Porto and Lisbon. We have comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles. Avoid the queues for public transport and travel with maximum comfort, speed and discretion. Enjoy a pick-up service from your hotel or accommodation at a time that suits you. You can count on an experienced driver. We value accuracy and punctuality.

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What people are saying about Óbidos Lagoon

Overall rating

4.7 / 5

based on 219 reviews

Nuno was very attentive and friendly and gave us extra time at every stop. He was a great driver and has great personality. He has experience working with autistic people and was super kind to my autistic adult son.

Great day! Great Tour Guide! Big thanks to out awesome Tour Guide Nunu! Highly recomment to do this Tour! First stop in fatima (~1h), then batalha monastery, Nazare (~1.5h) and Last obidos.

Guide Phillippe and group were very nice. Some rain at Fatima, good meal at Northspot in Nazaré, and finished with complimentary ginjas in Óbidos.

Really great experience. Tour guide was really good- ensured everyone was comfortable and happy throughout the day.

Very glad that we got local guide and he is very nice