Things To Do in Tomar
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Tomar Attractions
- Religious Site
Capela de Nossa Senhora da Conceição
On the way up the hill to see the monastery, you can stop off at this chapel, crowned by small cupolas and jutting out over the town. Reached through an avenue of trees, it was built in the Renaissance style in the mid-16th century. The interior is a forest of white Corinthian… - Religious Site
Convento da Ordem de Cristo
From its inception in 1160, the Convent of the Order of Christ monastery experienced 5 centuries of inspired builders, including Manuel I (the Fortunate). It also fell victim to destroyers, notably in 1810, when Napoleon's overzealous troops turned it into a barracks. What remains on… - Religious Site
Igreja de São João Baptista
In the heart of town is this 15th-century church, built by Manuel I. It contains black-and-white diamond mosaics and a white-and-gold baroque altar; a chapel to the right is faced with antique tiles. In and around the church are the narrow cobblestone streets of Tomar, where shops…
Tomar Shopping
Shopkeepers in Tomar work hard to acquire premises on the town's main shopping thoroughfare, Rua Serpa Pinto, an avenue known locally as Corre Doura, which refers to a medieval horse race that used to take place along this street in the 12th century. You'll find lots of outlets for folkloric goods, pottery, copperware, and wrought iron. One of the best is Artlandica, Pousada de Beja, São Francisco, Várzea Grande (tel. 24/932-33-55).
Tomar Nightlife
Despite Tomar's small size and emphasis on folklore, gregarious locals have lots of outlets for drinking and barhopping. You'll find tascas (taverns) and bars scattered throughout the town's historic core. One of the most charming and convivial is the Quinta Bar, Quinta do Falcão 26 (tel. 24/938-17-67). People between the ages of 20 and 45 hang out and listen to live music.
