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Tourist Attractions in Tomar are quite a few and attract tourists from different quarters of Portugal. Tourist Attractions in Tomar are mainly the churches, monuments and museums located in different corners of the city.

Tomar is regarded as one of the most beautiful cities of Portugal. The city also has a historical importance. It is a charming city and is located on the banks of the Nabao River. Tourist Attractions in Tomar includes the famous Templar castle which was built during the 12th century. The city also houses the famous monument, the Convent of Christ which has been declared as a world heritage site by UNESCO.

One of the main Tourist Attractions in Tomar is the main shopping street which leads to the Gothic Church of São João Baptista, on Praça da República, which is the main square surrounded by 17th century buildings. The church is famous for its ancient paintings, some of which are truly priceless.

Sightseeing in Tomar includes the famous well preserved synagogue which is one of Portugal’s oldest buildings. The other Tourist Attractions in Tomar are:

Match Museum: The museum is not very far from the 17th century old church of Sao Francisco. The museum is notable for its huge collection of match boxes from all over the world.

Church of Santa Maria do Olival: This church is located to the eastern side of the river and was built during the 13th century. The church has a Gothic façade and a distinct three storied bell-tower. Inside the church lie the graves of Templar Masters and an elegant Renaissance platform.

Nossa Senhora da Conceição Church: This church is located near the hills towards the castle. Built in the year 1530, the church has a simple exterior and elegantly curved Corinthian columns in its interiors.

Santa Iria church: The list of Tomar Tourist Attractions is not complete without this historical church. The church is another ancient church found in this city. It was built in the memory of Saint Iria who was the city’s patron saint. She was a young nun who lived in Tomar in the 7th century, but was murdered and thrown into the river after a feud between two rival suitors who wanted to marry her. The church was built during the 16th century and has painted ceilings and 17th century tiles.

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Tourist Attractions in Tomar
Synagogue	Castle and convent of the order of the Christ
Church of Saint John the Baptist	Match Museum
Castle of Almourol	Church of Santa Maria do Olival
Nossa Senhora da Conceição Church	Santa Iria