• Obidos

A picturesque and highly preserved Mediaeval town surrounded by a 12th century wall, located on a hill near the Atlantic coast, 84 km north of Lisbon. Stroll the maze of winding narrow streets and small squares and admire the Mediaeval architecture of the numerous churches and buildings.


When in town TheTjoy.com recommends visiting,

  • The town’s well preserved Moorish Castle, now an hotel
  • The City Museum with its collection of the 17th century Josefa de Obidos paintings
  • The Igreja Matriz de Santa Maria church to admire its magnificent tiles panels and the Capela de Sao Martinho.
  • Spend leisure time in the long and sandy El Rey Beach and its Golf course
  • Enjoy the romantic Foz do Arelho Beach near the Obidos Lagoon rich with numerous birds species.
  • Obidos is known for its international level Golf courses, 10 km west of town on the Atlantic coast, including
    • West Cliffs Ocean & Golf Resort
    • Guardian Bom Sucesso Golf
    • Praya d’El Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort
    • Royal Obidos Spa & Golf Resort.

Spend half a day strolling the streets of this charming town, part of a day trip from Lisbon or on your way to Porto.

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View of the Atlantic ocean and Praia d`El Rey beach at sunset, near Obidos, Portugal

El Rey Beach

Interior of the Sanctuary Senhor Jesus da Pedra in Obidos, Portugal

Senhor Jesus da Pedra Sanctuary