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3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Tomar, Portugal

Updated September 2, 2024

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Unusual Attractions in Tomar

Manueline church.

Tomar, Portugal

Convento de Cristo

The medieval castle built as headquarters for the Pope's secretive Knights Templar.

Tomar, Portugal

Museu dos Fosforos

Europe's largest collection of matchbox designs is a fascinating exploration of the cultural history of the world.

2019 Molly Williams mural by street artist Robot

Tomar, Portugal

Molly Williams Mural

In Portugal, a larger-than-life painting of America's first Black female firefighter.

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Pegadas de Dinossáurios da Serra de Aire Natural Monument

The ancient sauropod tracks found in this former quarry are some of the largest in the world.

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Aldeia Artística (Artistic Village)

The walls of this small village have been turned into a living street art gallery.

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Pan Am Billboard

Some 4,000 individual tiles make up this striking blue billboard from the golden age of air travel.

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The Basin of the Fórnea

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Fórnea de Porto de Mós

A naturally occurring amphitheater carved by erosion into the mountainside.

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