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Around Leiria

Where to stay to visit Óbidos

Óbidos is a medieval town enclosed by walls, about 45 minutes by car from Leiria. It is perfect for an afternoon: stroll the whitewashed streets, walk the walls and taste the ginjinha.

Óbidos
Photo: Lacobrigo · CC BY-SA 4.0

Getting there

62 km · ~45 min by car from Castle Studios

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What to see

  • •A walk along the walls, with views over the town and countryside
  • •Rua Direita and the lanes of flower-lined white houses
  • •Óbidos ginjinha, served in a chocolate cup
  • •Yearly events such as the Medieval Market and Vila Natal

Tip: Many stretches of the walls have no side railing — wear comfortable shoes and keep an eye on children.

Why stay in Leiria

Castle Studios is in Leiria's old town, a few minutes' walk from the Castle. From here you quickly reach Fátima, Batalha, Alcobaça, Nazaré, Óbidos and the Serra de Aire — and come back in the evening for dinner in town. Equipped studios, self check-in and 10% off when you book directly on our website.

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