Tomar: A Historical Gem
Tomar is a town in central Portugal noted for its exceptional beauty, a charming historic center teeming with ancient churches, pretty cobbled streets and traditional houses. It is a relaxed and quaint town situated between Lisbon and Coimbra that should not be missed. In the 13th century, Tomar used to be one of the most influential cities on the Iberian Peninsula.
Best Time to Visit
The months of April to November are the most ideal period to visit Tomar while the busiest months in terms of tourism are April, January and May. The Festa dos Tabuleiros (Trays Festival), is the most important festival the city celebrates in June and July. It is held every 4 years. It attracts people the world over so if you want to catch this festival, make early bookings to get good rates for Tomar, Portugal hotels and flights as the town becomes crammed with tourists during this period.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The picture-perfect and strategically located Praca da Republica is a good starting point to explore the city. The UNESCO-listed church Convento de Cristo is on the top list of must-go to places in Tomar as well as the Museu Luso-Hebraico Abraham Zacuto, a 15th-century Jewish house of worship. Visitors traveling to Tomar will find that the best hotels are within walking distance to some of the town’s top destinations. The posh Hotel Dos Templarios overlooks the Nabão River. Flattered to be in Tomar is an apartment-style lodging located in the heart of the city while Thomar Boutique Hotel is along the river and a short walk to the railway station.