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Visit Tomar on Your Lisbon Trip

Looking for a quick escape from Lisbon? Tomar, the birthplace of the Knights Templar, is just 90 minutes away. With its history, cafes, and views from the castle and convent, Tomar is a day or overnight trip.

Getting There:

You can get to Tomar by train (2 hours from Oriente) or bus (1 hour 45 minutes from Sete Rios). Renting a car gives you more flexibility, especially if you want to visit nearby Almourol Castle.

Best season to visit Tomar:

Spring and autumn are best, but even in winter, Tomar is lovely.

Tomar for Solo Travelers:

Tomar is a safe, flat city, perfect for over-50 solo travelers. Take a stroll along the Nabão River and explore downtown.

Must See:

Start with the Convent of Christ and the Knights Templar Castle. Don't miss the St. John the Baptist Church, the 15th-century synagogue, and the Pegoes Aqueduct. If you're an architecture buff, visit the Santa Maria do Olival Church.

Where to Stay and Eat:

Stay at Hotel Republica or Casa dos Oficios. Eat at the Taverna Antiqua or Café Paraíso, one of the oldest cafes in town.

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The basilica de Macarena is truly wonderful and worth a visit. There is a foodie market about 10 minutes away. I went too early so they weren't serving much I was told that you need to arrive about 1:30-2:00pm for lunch. #Sevilla via Instagram http://ift.tt/2h29VCX

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Festive Seville! via Instagram http://ift.tt/2ghEg1P

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It's the Spanish Constitution Day. A holiday here. Tons of families at the parks. Beautiful, sunny and just perfect ❤️ via Instagram http://ift.tt/2gLTdtR

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Foodie paradise! Food trucks by the river. #sevilla via Instagram http://ift.tt/2gg2sSt

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Majestic! This in the Alcazar's garden #Córdoba via Instagram http://ift.tt/2gTS4xY

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Córdoba is a beautiful place. I loved the mesquite but I'm a little overwhelmed with all the tourist shops. It's a little like Key West. I find it hard to get a feel for the place. I'm not in awe at all - but the mesquite was fabulous to see. via Instagram http://ift.tt/2gGJsgx

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Went to see a photo exhibit in this building near the Plaza de Espana in Seville. Beautiful building. The columns had an incredible design #art #exhibit #architecture via Instagram http://ift.tt/2h7WYut

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Loved seeing these horses as I left the cathedral- felt so bad for them due to rain 😒Its pouring and it's time for a break! #sevilla via Instagram http://ift.tt/2fWEfNC

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Real Alcazar has been a lovely visit. Spent 3 hours there and still didn't see it all. Every little corner is beautiful and the architecture is awesome. #sevilla via Instagram http://ift.tt/2gYgBBk

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Such a beautiful city at dusk! #sevilla via Instagram http://ift.tt/2gVg1Ee

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Ok so this is not a tourist stop but just had to visit El Corte Ingles and checked out their foodie spot. It's awesome!!! #elcorteinglés via Instagram http://ift.tt/2gPy1B3

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If you are in Lisbon go to the Igreja do Carmo at dusk - they light it up very nicely and you will see the contrast with the beautiful blue sky. It was gorgeous tonight! #Lisbon via Instagram http://ift.tt/2gLEHyQ

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Could not stay away from Time Out in Lisbon. This was a very delicious duck risoto. I can't believe that I ate the whole thing! Very tasty! via Instagram http://ift.tt/2gVm8MT

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Lisbon is getting ready for the holidays! via Instagram http://ift.tt/2fzxYMh

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Bye bye Porto! Hello Lisbon. Am loving my train rides. Wish the US had more of a train culture. via Instagram http://ift.tt/2fHtIFY

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This is the very BIG problem in all of Portugal! via Instagram http://ift.tt/2gcxuuD