Time travel at the Convent of Christ Tomar
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To think of Portugal is to think of a long and fascinating history, rich in achievements, discoveries and memorable achievements - from its foundation to the present day. That they reflect in habits and customs that are preserved.
Let me introduce you to some of the eternal mysteries of the history of Portugal, and its connection to the Templars.
The convent is one of the largest Portuguese buildings, hosting traces from the 12th century to the present day. It will reflect the medieval conventual life, the relevance/power of the Order of Christ in Portugal, and, also, its connection to the Templars.
In this space it is impossible to escape the symbolism, which still today is seen wrapped in mystery
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
not recommended for travelers with reduced mobility
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Castelo de Tomar
One of the Templar fortresses, fundamental to ensure the growth/establishment of the Portuguese county. Revealing a steady military architecture
Convento de Cristo
A convental complex, built within the castle fortresses. Emerges us to medieval conventual life, and, teaches us the history and history of art in Portugal, introducing us to the Romanesque, primitive Gothic, floral Gothic, Manueline, Renaissance, Manierism, Baroque - 7 centuries of history, in one place. We will inevitably be enchanted by the symbolism, which much of it still remains today, wrapped in mystery and undescipherable puzzles.
What‘s Included
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15€/pax
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Time travel at the Convent of Christ Tomar
Reviews
63 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
History comes alive with Monica
lindathompson22,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Monica made this experience unforgettable If you visit the Convent of Christ, book Monica as your guide. Yes, the castle is currently under renovations — but don’t let that stop you. Monica made sure it didn’t matter for a second. Her knowledge runs so deep that she held our attention completely, answering every question with confidence and genuine enthusiasm. She turned scaffolding and construction into a non-issue, because the real experience was her storytelling. We left feeling like we truly understood what we had seen, not just that we had walked through it. That’s entirely down to Monica. Highly recommend without hesitation — renovations and all.
Excellent in depth tour of this UNESCO gem
UncleMex75,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Monica was amazing. A perfect guide for the site…truly a wealth of knowledge for this beautiful gem of Portuguese culture…and so many other things in Tomar. If you are in town, don’t hesitate to book one of her tours. Fun fact: she takes great photos!!
One of the best tours we had in Portugal!
Alex V,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00One of the best tours we had in Portugal! Monica, our guide, was knowledgeable, passionate, and highly professional. She spoke excellent English and answered all our questions with clarity and enthusiasm. She also pointed out details we would never have noticed or understood on our own. We’re very glad we chose to book a tour, as the Convent of Christ in Tomar is a truly spectacular site with a rich history—one that now feels much more meaningful to us. Thank you very much!
Informative tour of the Convent of Christ
kayeg923,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Monica was a wonderful tour guide. She was very knowledgable and took the time to point out things that we never would have noticed or known about if we hadn't hired her. We would highly recommend this tour, even without the castle being open.
Much better than a self-guided option!
T5496TYerinm,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience with Monica was great. Even though we couldn't get to the castle because of renovations, she did a wonderful job filling in the gaps, providing detailed knowledge on the history and symbolism of the convent and answered all of our questions thoughtfully. We had initially considered doing a self-guided tour, but are so glad that we opted for a guided experience! It really made our experience with this site 110% better and gave us a really in-depth understanding of the history, culture, and context of the templars and monks.
Great visit with Monica, Scholarly and experienced guide
AnnemasoeurAnne2014,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful visit we made thanks to Monica, our very erudite guide! We were given detailed explanations for each of the rooms of the monastery (convento). It is an extraordinary place that deserves a visit by an experienced guide. You will not regret the visit with Monica, I recommend it without hesitation! Thanks Monica!
Rich knights and short monks - a great tour of the Convent of Christ
jkajh,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Monica was fantastic! She was clearly knowledgeable and asked fun questions to make the tour more interactive. We got so much more out of the experience by having such a great guide. She also cleverly avoided the crowds by rearranging the order of the areas she showed us. Highly recommend!
Informative tour
JenniferE,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Monica, our guide, was very well informed about the history. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with her again. This was a good tour - we learned much more than if we had just toured the convent on our own. She also gave us recommendations on some other sites nearby.
Wonderful tour of Convento de Cristo
trotamundos0881,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were very fortunate to find Mónica, and enjoyed her absolutely fantastic tour of Tomar’s stunning Convento de Cristo. We were so impressed with her broad historical knowledge, which she made very relatable throughout the tour. She clearly has a strong passion for her hometown, and we can certainly see why as it is a very special place. We also learned a lot about the remarkable history of Portugal throughout the centuries, and Mónica even followed up with us after the tour to suggest some additional reading materials which was very much appreciated. Do yourself a favor and book a visit with Mónica. You will not find a better guide, and without a doubt, your experience will be greatly enhanced.
Highly recommended
jasoncA5214EM,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent and extremely knowledgeable guide. Monica was very friendly and accommodating. Did not feel rushed at all! Highly recommended!
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