Guidebook for Maceira
Sightseeing
Leiria
Old city and Castle
The cradle of the Inquisition. Astonishing Gothic Cathedral diligently cherished by UNESCO nowadays, Santa Maria da Vitoria Monastery in Batalia is one of the greatest European Gothic masterpieces.
211 locals recommend
Batalha Monastery
Largo Infante Dom HenriqueThe cradle of the Inquisition. Astonishing Gothic Cathedral diligently cherished by UNESCO nowadays, Santa Maria da Vitoria Monastery in Batalia is one of the greatest European Gothic masterpieces.
This place shrouded in mystery and protracted silence till this day, was recognized by Vatican and inspired deep reverence of millions of Catholics and Orthodox, who come here from all over the world.
220 locals recommend
Fátima
This place shrouded in mystery and protracted silence till this day, was recognized by Vatican and inspired deep reverence of millions of Catholics and Orthodox, who come here from all over the world.
Legend says that the greatest treasure of the Templar knights - the "Holy Grail” is hidden in Tomar. Majestic Monastery was originally founded as a residence of Templar Knights Archmagister.
50 locals recommend
Tomar
Legend says that the greatest treasure of the Templar knights - the "Holy Grail” is hidden in Tomar. Majestic Monastery was originally founded as a residence of Templar Knights Archmagister.
The westernmost point of the Eurasian continent, the headland of Cabo da Roca. A huge cliff hanging over the ocean on more than 140 meters height that obtained unofficial title of "the Cape of Destiny
487 locals recommend
Cabo da Roca
s/n Estrada do Cabo da RocaThe westernmost point of the Eurasian continent, the headland of Cabo da Roca. A huge cliff hanging over the ocean on more than 140 meters height that obtained unofficial title of "the Cape of Destiny
Palace of Sintra is the residence used by generations of Portuguese royalty. Pena National Palace, resembling Fairy Castle, picturesquely nestled on peaks of the Sintra mountain range
1253 locals recommend
Sintra
Palace of Sintra is the residence used by generations of Portuguese royalty. Pena National Palace, resembling Fairy Castle, picturesquely nestled on peaks of the Sintra mountain range
Santa Maria de Alcobaça Abbey (1153) is one of the most outstanding architectural monuments in the world, and the Grandest Monastery in Portugal, the best example of Cistercian architecture in Europe.
359 locals recommend
Alcobaça
Santa Maria de Alcobaça Abbey (1153) is one of the most outstanding architectural monuments in the world, and the Grandest Monastery in Portugal, the best example of Cistercian architecture in Europe.
Westernmost European capital. It’s impossible not to love this City. You will catch the romantic mood in its liberating breath of summer ocean breeze.
534 locals recommend
Lisbon
Westernmost European capital. It’s impossible not to love this City. You will catch the romantic mood in its liberating breath of summer ocean breeze.
The most romantic medieval village in Europe, authentic open-air museum. Monasteries, churches of Carmelites and Dominicans, cobblestone streets, all encircled by the walls of the 12th century castle.
583 locals recommend
Óbidos Municipality
The most romantic medieval village in Europe, authentic open-air museum. Monasteries, churches of Carmelites and Dominicans, cobblestone streets, all encircled by the walls of the 12th century castle.
Entertainment & Activities
Victory Walls Beach
20 R. da PraiaAmaizing beaches!
Old Beach 10 min from us. Superb Resort with unique warm coastal lagoons is available for those who appreciate secluded paradise on the ocean shores and endless wild beaches
64 locals recommend
São Pedro de Moel
Old Beach 10 min from us. Superb Resort with unique warm coastal lagoons is available for those who appreciate secluded paradise on the ocean shores and endless wild beaches
Nature created here unique calm waters in shell-shaped lagoon. From high above it looks just perfect as if someone used a divider and a ruler featuring beach of perfect round form.
188 locals recommend
São Martinho do Porto
Nature created here unique calm waters in shell-shaped lagoon. From high above it looks just perfect as if someone used a divider and a ruler featuring beach of perfect round form.
Arts & Culture
Super beach! 15 min drive. Resort with palm trees and stores, souvenir shops and cozy cafes, endless beach and the promenade stretched along the Atlantic coast, keeping the atmosphere of Middle Ages
50 locals recommend
Praia da Nazare
87 Avenida Manuel RemígioSuper beach! 15 min drive. Resort with palm trees and stores, souvenir shops and cozy cafes, endless beach and the promenade stretched along the Atlantic coast, keeping the atmosphere of Middle Ages
In 16th century Carmelites Order monks, built a Monastery and turned common forest into a special reserve. Exotic species were brought here, hiding the most exquisite and grandiose Palace in Europe
17 locals recommend
Buçaco
In 16th century Carmelites Order monks, built a Monastery and turned common forest into a special reserve. Exotic species were brought here, hiding the most exquisite and grandiose Palace in Europe
Underground caves “Grutas Mira De Aire”, are one of the deepest and longest in the world, impress with their sizes. That’s one of the largest underground cave-cities in the world.
17 locals recommend
Mira de Aire
Underground caves “Grutas Mira De Aire”, are one of the deepest and longest in the world, impress with their sizes. That’s one of the largest underground cave-cities in the world.
The medieval capital of Portugal, IV century. The City and the University of Coimbra are two interrelated realities, it's a true "the city of students", attracting young people from all over the world
137 locals recommend
Coimbra
The medieval capital of Portugal, IV century. The City and the University of Coimbra are two interrelated realities, it's a true "the city of students", attracting young people from all over the world