Is Obidos Portugal worth visiting?

While larger cities in Portugal attract much of the attention, the romantic medieval town of Obidos in Central Portugal, just an hour’s drive from Lisbon, is well worth a visit. Obidos was a gift from King Denis of Portugal to his queen on their wedding day in 1282; she had previously expressed her love for it.

How far is Obidos from Lisbon?

53 miles
The journey from the capital city of Lisbon to Óbidos is a distance of 53 miles (85 km) and takes a little over an hour. Going by bus is the fastest and most convenient way to get there with frequent bus departures daily.

How do you get to Obidos Portugal?

Via the national road, access to the village is via the National Road 8. Óbidos is served by the bus company Rodoviária do Oeste. The bus stop is located 100 meters from the historic centre, making this an excellent alternative to visit Óbidos. There are dozens of daily connections between Lisbon and Óbidos.

How much time do you need in Obidos?

2 to 3 hours
As a small town, Obidos can be fully explored in just 2 to 3 hours of sightseeing. While it takes less time to visit than the other popular day trip destinations – such as Sintra, Cascais, Setubal or Evora – the real appeal is its charming appearance, rather than the number of tourist attractions it has to offer.

What is Obidos special?

Obidos is an admirable relic of medieval era architecture, evident just from a quick glance at its castle walls. But, beyond the main castle itself, there are architectural delights at every corner beginning with the entrance to old town.

Is there a train from Obidos to Porto?

No, there is no direct train from Óbidos to Porto. However, there are services departing from Obidos and arriving at Vila Nova De Gaia-Devesas via Caldas Da Rainha and Coimbra-B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is Obidos from Cascais?

How far is it from Cascais to Óbidos? The distance between Cascais and Óbidos is 77 km. The road distance is 105.1 km.

Is there a train from Óbidos to Porto?

How many days do you need in Lisbon?

three days
We always recommend that it takes three days to fully explore Lisbon. This is sufficient to visit all of the characterful districts, experience the nightlife and join a couple of unique activities.

What’s the best month to go to Portugal?

The best time to visit Portugal is in spring (March-May), when the country is in bloom and waking after the winter. You could also go in fall (between September and October) when the sun is still shining, the weather is warm, and many of the crowds have dispersed.

Which is nicer Porto or Lisbon?

Lisbon has more tourist attractions, sights, and museums While Porto has some worthwhile cathedrals and sights (like the Harry Potteresque bookstore), Porto is more about enjoying the city, strolling the streets, taking in views, and tasting Port wine at the Port lodges.