Tomar: Convent of Christ and Templar Castle Tour Ticket Tomar: Convent of Christ and Templar Castle Tour Ticket 2026
ID: GYG844952-1810935
Catégorie:
Pays: Espagne
Durée du projet:
1 jours
Description
Explore the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the Templar Castle and Renaissance convent, and marvel at the Pegões Aqueduct.
Embark on a journey through the rich history of Portugal with a visit to the Convent of Christ in Tomar. This grand complex, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1983, offers a unique glimpse into seven centuries of Portuguese architecture and history. Begin your tour at the Templar Castle, founded in 1160, and explore its medieval fortifications and the iconic Charola, a rare round-shaped temple inspired by Jerusalem's Holy Sepulchre.
As you move through the complex, you'll encounter the Renaissance Convent of the Order of Christ, with its stunning Manueline nave and the High Choir. Marvel at the intricate details of the Chapter Window, a symbol of Portugal's maritime expansion. Continue your exploration through the convent's five cloisters, each reflecting different architectural styles from Gothic to Mannerist.
Your tour concludes with a visit to the grand Pegões Aqueduct, an impressive feat of engineering from the period of Spanish King Filipe. The tour ends at a central location in Tomar, perfect for further exploration of this historic town.
Faits saillants
- Feel the history as you walk through the Templar Castle.
- Explore five distinct cloisters of the Renaissance convent.
- Admire the grand Pegões Aqueduct, a marvel of engineering.
- Discover the rare round-shaped Charola temple.
INFORMATION IMPORTANTE
Opening Hours: October to May from 9 am to 5.30 pm (last entry at 5 pm); June to September from 9 to 6.30 (last entry at 6 pm).
Closed: January 1st, March 1st, Easter Sunday, May 1st, and December 25th.
Photography is allowed, but no flash.
Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.
Main entrance of the Convent of Christ
INCLUS
- Entry ticket to Convent of Christ
NON INCLUS
- Meals and beverages
- Personal expenses
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Annulations
Cette excursion peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à : heures d'annulation avant le début du voyage. Si vous l'annulez après les heures d'annulation ou si vous ne vous présentez pas à l'excursion, le prix total de l'activité vous sera toujours facturé. Tout retard à la prise en charge ou au départ sera considéré comme un retard.
