Almourol Castle (Castelo de Almourol) Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit Almourol Castle in 2025?

While it’s free to get into Almourol Castle, you’ll need to pay for a boat trip to get across to the castle; boats start from €4 per person. Alternatively, join a guided tour; a variety of tours focus on the history of the castle and the Knights Templar, which currently start from around US$100.

Q: Where is Almourol Castle located?

Almourol Castle is located on an island in the River Tagus, approximately 80 miles (130km) from Lisbon and 138 miles (222km) from Porto. The nearest town is Tancos, which has a railway station approximately 1.2 miles (2km) away. Boats provides transport to the castle’s island.

Q: What are the opening hours of Almourol Castle?

Almourol Castle has seasonal opening hours, which vary slightly: it’s open daily from March to September, then closed on Mondays from October through February. Year-round it closes for 1.5–2 hours over lunch, typically from either 12:30pm or 1pm—check the website for the latest times.

Q: What can I see inside Almourol Castle?

The medieval Almourol Castle was left to ruin for centuries before it was restored, so don’t expect much in the way of fine artwork or rich collections. Instead, wander through the interior to appreciate the defensive architecture style of the Knights Templar, as well as panoramic views of the Tagus River.

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Small-Group Templar Tour: Tomar & Almourol from Lisbon

Tomar is sure to be at the top of history buffs' bucket lists, but getting there from Lisbon is tough without your own wheels. Delve into the rich history of the Knights Templar during this small-group tour of Tomar from Lisbon, which takes care of planning logistics so you don't have to. Spend the day learning about the Christian military force that contributed to the famous crusades during Europe’s Middle Ages. Discover Almourol Castle, erected by the Knights Templar, and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Convent of Christ, once a fortification where the knights resided.

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Small-Group Templar Tour: Tomar & Almourol from Lisbon

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Tomar and Castle of Almourol Private Full-Day Tour from Lisbon

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Paddle Blue Walk Almourol Castle

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Tour of the Knights Templar's of Tomar in Private Tour

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Templar Knights: Tomar and Almourol Castles Full Day Private Tour

Explore the Tomar region and learn about the history of the Templar Knights on this private tour from Lisbon. Visit the home of the Order of the Templar Knights at Tomar City and admire the architecture of the UNESCO-listed Convento de Cristo. Take a small boat tour to the Castle of Almourol, located on a small island in the middle of the Tagus River. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off for added convenience.

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Templar Knights: Tomar and Almourol Castles Full Day Private Tour

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Tomar and Almourol Castle Private Tour from Lisbon

This private tour is ideal for travelers interested in medieval castles and historic sights outside Lisbon. Enjoy door-to-door hotel pickup and private transportation as you visit Almourol Castle and Tomar Castle, including the UNESCO-listed Convent of Christ. Private guided tours at each attraction ensure you don’t miss important features while traveling comfortably in a vehicle equipped with Wi-Fi.

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Tomar and Almourol Castle Private Tour from Lisbon

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From Lisbon: Knights Templar Day Trip to Tomar & Almourol Castle

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Templar River: Tomar and Almourol Shared Tour

Explore the legacy of the Knights Templar in Tomar, on this private guided day-trip from Lisbon perfect for history buffs and architecture fans alike. Alongside your local guide—who provides insight you wouldn’t get alone—explore the Convento de Cristo, Tomar city, and Almourol Castle after a short boat ride on the Tagus River, among other places of interest for a comprehensive experience.

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Templar River: Tomar and Almourol Shared Tour

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Knight Templar's order in Portugal - private tour

We are a young, creative, available, full of energy and passion team that adapts to people and new trends. As enthusiasts that we are, we believe in what we create and we want to do it with all the pride and professionalism. More than the traditional, we want to be bold and share with our tourists our enthusiasm for discovering Unknown places and experiences. We want to show everyone the beauty of our country through the friendliness, knowledge and professionalism of our guides. Telling stories and revealing well-kept secrets of our heritage that deserve your attention.

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Knight Templar's order in Portugal - private tour

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Ourém, Tomar and Almourol Castle Full Day Private Tour from the West

Between the 10th century end and the mid-13th century, during the reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula from the Moors, Portugal emerged as an independent kingdom, much due to the support of the Knights Templar. This tour takes you on a journey inspired by the mysteries of the history of the Knights of the Order of the Temple and their symbolism full of occult messages, to discover some of Moor heritage left behind and Portugal’s Templar treasures. Besides that, Tugabuddies is a sightseeing tour agency that has been creating and delivering customized tours through the Center and West of Portugal (and a few other stunning places) since April 2016. We focus on carefully preparing each experience to meet all customer’s expectations and tastes. Our team’s work is based on the passion we all share for our home country, Portugal, but also on knowledge, experience and a great will to serve with care and quality. We won’t just be your tour guide; we will be Your Portuguese Best Friend!

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Ourém, Tomar and Almourol Castle Full Day Private Tour from the West

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Knight Templars Private Day Tour FROM LISBON - Almourol Castle and Tomar

Follow in the footsteps of the mysterious medieval order, the Knights Templar, on this private guided tour of Almourol Castle and Tomar, with door-to-door transfers by Mercedes-Benz. Explore Almourol Castle, perched amid the Tejo River, then visit the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tomar Castle (Castelo de Tomar), Tomar's old town, and its Jewish quarter—all entrance fees at your own expense.

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Knight Templars Private Day Tour FROM LISBON - Almourol Castle and Tomar

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Knights Templars Private Tour from Lisbon

A guide revives Portugal’s past on this tour relating to the Knights Templar, a medieval Christian order. Discover significant sites like Almourol Castle and the Convent of Christ in Tomar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Gain added value on your private tour with an insightful look inside Portugal’s oldest Jewish synagogue. Entrance fees and hotel transport round out the 8-hour day trip from Lisbon.

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Templar Route Tomar and Almourol and Dornes

Explore the Templar legacy in the heart of Portugal on this historic and scenic tour. We start in Tomar, the former seat of the Order, visiting the Convent of Christ and the iconic Charola, where every detail tells stories of knights and faith. We follow the Tejo River to the Castle of Almourol, erected on a rocky island, where a short boat crossing reveals the greatness of the place. The tour ends in Dornes, on the Zêzere River peninsula, in front of the Pentagon Tower, a contemplation point connected to the Order of Christ. A unique experience that combines history, mystery and unforgettable landscapes, perfect to immerse yourself in the world of Templars and the cultural heritage of Portugal.

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Templar Route Tomar and Almourol and Dornes

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Knights Templar private day tour from Lisbon

Follow in the footsteps of the Knights of Templar, who traveled around Portugal and left their mark. Enjoy private, luxury transportation from Lisbon as you head to four destinations noted for their Knights of Templar connection: the Roman-founded city of Santarem; the Castle of Almourol, a12th-century military Templar architecture; Tomar, a replica of Jerusalem; and Convent of Christ, the Knights’ headquarters in the 13h century.

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Templar River: Tomar and Almourol Private Tour

Escape the metropolitan bustle of Lisbon and delve into the historic legacy of Tomar and Almourol on a private day trip that takes care of logistics so you don't have to. Ideal for history enthusiasts, this tour reveals the UNESCO-listed Castle of Tomar and Convent of Christ, and the ancient monuments of Tomar, home to Portugal’s oldest synagogue. Take a boat to Almourol Castle island and see, too, the Ribatejo plains and Santarém during a scenic drive. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Lisbon are included.

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Templar River: Tomar and Almourol Private Tour

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Lisbon’s history dates back into medieval times, which is where this private tour of the Templar Route will begin. Join your guide for a ride from Lisbon back into the 12th century. Begin in Tomar with a visit to a medieval castle then continue on through history as you learn about the founder of Tomar’s old town, the Igreja de Santa Maria dos Olivais which was built over a 7th century convent, and Tower of Cabacas.

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Monsanto (TV's Game of Thrones) Full Day Private Tour from Lisbon

Adventure yourself on a full-day private SUV eco-Tour to Monsanto from Lisbon and discover Dragonstone, one of the most identifiable locations of House of the Dragon, the prequel to the award-winning TV drama Game of Thrones. This fictional and iconic location in Targaryen story was filmed in the Mountain and Castle of Monsanto in Portugal which is a fortress-village that dates back to the time of the first Knights Templar. Monsanto features Dragonstone in several episodes, but especially frames Dragonstone's most wonderful scenes throughout the thrilling tenth and final episode of House of the Dragon. The location had to be special, out of this world and full of mystique to serve in an epic finale. As the HBO hit series' director said "when we saw Monsanto, on a mountain, our jaws dropped and we felt we had found Dragonstone", the home of House Targaryen, the very own HotD. Get surprised too and immerse in the scenic fantasy world of HotD and GoT, while learning about local landmarks.

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Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon

Do you like heritage? Does the mysticism of the Knights Templar interest you? Then take this private tour and get to know Tomar and Almourol, the 800-year-old seats of the Knights Templar in Portugal. Totally hassle-free. Take benefit of our included pick-up and drop-off service and set off in a luxury SUV from anywhere in the Greater Lisbon area. Go at your own pace, but expect a long day of learning as you cross historic lands, see iconic monuments of Portuguese history, today a UNESCO World Heritage Site, learn tales and even cruise a river to a medieval castle. Curious? - Take the opportunity to visit The Convent of Christ, UNESCO World Heritage Site. - Discover Tomar, home to Portugal's greatest Templar history. - Discover two 800-year-old Templar castles and travel through history. - Be dazzled by the views on a visit to Almourol Castle, built right on a riverbed. - Learn and be inspired by centuries of history and world-class heritage.

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Tomar and Almourol Knights Templar Day Private Tour from Lisbon

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Knights Templar Tomar (UNESCO Site) Private Tour 9H from Lisbon

Get the inside scoop on one of Portugal's best-kept secrets: the Knights Templar. On this full-day private tour, visit sites such as the city of Tomar, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Convent of Christ, and Almourol Castle (entrance fees extra). Enjoy personalized attention for your group of up to eight people, a flexible itinerary, round-trip transportation from your centrally located Lisbon hotel, cruise terminal, or airport, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

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Private Tour of Knights Templar Secrets and Rituals

The Knights Templar left a significant mark on Portugal—from the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Convent of Christ in Tomar to the river island fortress of Almourol Castle in Constancia—but reaching both sites from Lisbon requires transport that's difficult to arrange independently. This private day trip covers both cities with a guide who traces the history of the order and its role in the formation of Portugal throughout.

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Private Day tour with private Guide - Tomar and the Knights of Templar history

Uncover the mystique of the Knights Templar by following their trail on this private tour from Lisbon. Feel the impact this famous religious group made while visiting the majestic city of Tomar. Along the trail of this Christian force, you will admire Almourol castle and see the synagogue of Tomar. Enjoy learning how the Knights Templar influenced Europe and the Middle East on this informative journey.

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Private Day tour with private Guide - Tomar and the Knights of Templar history

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The Portuguese Knights Templar PRIVATE Full Day Tour

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Templar Route: Tomar and Castillo de Almourol from Lisbon

Discover the secret history of the Knights Templar in Portugal on a small-group tour from Lisbon to the cities of Constancia and Tomar. You'll learn the history of the Templars as you explore Almourol Castle, the Convent of Christ, and other fascinating Knights Templar sites that offer a unique perspective on the Christian knightly order. You won't have to worry about making your own way there instead, you'll sit back and relax in a Wi-Fi equipped Van and enjoy the scenery along the journey. Along the way the driver guide will explain all the details of the tour to the door of each monument and a brief explanation of each monument will be given. The guide does not enter the monuments.

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Templar Route: Tomar and Castillo de Almourol from Lisbon

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What are people saying about Almourol Castle (Castelo de Almourol)

Knight Templars Private Day Tour FROM LISBON - Almourol Castle and Tomar

David_S, Nov 2025

It is all about the...

It is all about the Knight’s Templar which is exactly what we wanted. 2 beautiful stops. Gonzalo was great. Took us to a local place for lunch. We asked him to order for us and it was delicious.

Templar River: Tomar and Almourol Shared Tour

JoseEnrique_H, Nov 2025

Historic Tomar and Almourol

This was a truly historic experience with a guide who brought it to life. A great discovery. Be prepared with good shoes!

Templar River: Tomar and Almourol Shared Tour

Neil_S, Jul 2025

Great day in Tomar

This was a great day of sightseeing. Our guide, Tiago, was super informative and made the day very interesting.

Templar River: Tomar and Almourol Private Tour

Gus, Jun 2025

Great knight Templar tour

João was very well-versed in the history of the Knights Templar’s. We felt p very comfortable throughout the trip never hurried. He was very professional, but yet friendly The local restaurant that Joao chose was excellent, with tupical local food. Definitely a five star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating.

Knight Templars Private Day Tour FROM LISBON - Almourol Castle and Tomar

Fred_B, Jul 2024

Fantastic Trip

We had a fantastic trip with a very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. He was also flexible with us in terms of what we wanted to see, what made the most sense given the weather, and helping us navigate through a tough set of food allergies for lunch. Our van was roomy and comfortable for the long day trip--we had a group of 7 and that size is a bit harder to accommodate. Out of 3 different guided tours we had in Portugal, this was the best one.