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Lisbon: Fatima Sanctuary and Shepherds House Tour

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About this activity

From the humble village of the shepherd children to the vast Sanctuary of Fatima, this journey reveals the meaning behind one of Portugals most remarkable places. Walk at your own rhythm through the sites where the events unfolded and experience the atmosphere that makes Fatima so special. Begin with a guided visit to the houses of the shepherd children, where the story of the apparitions first emerged. Continue with a guided exploration of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, visiting the basilicas, chapels and the Chapel of the Apparitions, with time to reflect, take photos or attend mass. Private tours include pick up and drop off at your preferred location. The shared group meets at Tivoli Theatre on Avenida da Liberdade. Both versions follow the same route in a comfortable minivan for up to six guests, with an unhurried pace.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Private transportation
    • Pickup and drop off at selected location (only with the private tour option)
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Visit to the Sanctuary of Fátima
    • Pickup and drop off at the meeting point (only with the shared tour option)
    • Guided tours at each location
    • Visit to the Shepherds’ Houses
    • Infant seats available on request

    Not included

    • Tips
    • Lunch

    Itinerary

    1. Travelers will visit the humble home where the three shepherd children of Fátima lived: Francisco, and Jacinta. The house has been preserved to reflect the simple rural lifestyle of the early 20th century, offering insight into the environment and family life in which the apparitions took place.

      15 minutesAdmission free

    2. Visit the house where Sister Lúcia

      Visit the house where Sister Lúcia was born and grew up. A humble home where she lived with her large family, offering a glimpse into the rural life of the little shepherds

      15 minutesAdmission free

    3. Arneiro’s Well, a sacred place where it

      Arneiro’s Well, a sacred place where it is believed Lúcia had her first visions. In 1916, she shared how she encountered the Angel of Peace here. Once used by locals and Lúcia’s family, it remains a place where many pilgrims stop to pay their respects

      10 minutesAdmission free

    4. Travelers will see the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, an impressive neoclassical church that houses the tombs of the three shepherd children. The basilica’s white stone façade and tall bell tower are among the most iconic images of Fátima.

      30 minutesAdmission free

    5. This small chapel marks the exact place where the Virgin Mary is believed to have appeared to the three shepherd children in 1917. It is the spiritual heart of the Sanctuary of Fátima, where pilgrims gather daily to pray, light candles, and participate in religious ceremonies.

      30 minutesAdmission free

    6. This modern basilica, consecrated in 2007, is one of the largest Catholic churches in the world, with a capacity of over 8,000 people. Its contemporary architecture contrasts with the older basilica, symbolizing the ongoing importance of Fátima as a place of pilgrimage.

      30 minutesAdmission free

    Meeting point

    This meeting point is for the shared tour option. Please meet in front of the Tivoli BBVA Theatre on Avenida da Liberdade, by the main entrance, so the guide can find you easily.

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    Pickup

    • Pickup, or meet at the start point
    • 515 hotels are served
    • You can request another pickup address
    • The operator contacts you to arrange pickup
    • Pickup begins 10 min before departure

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
    Supplied by
    Beyond Portugal
    Product code
    5602078P9

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