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What to do and see in Leiria, Central Portugal: The Best Things to do
Leiria (Portuguese pronunciation: [lɐjˈɾi.ɐ]; Proto-Celtic: *ɸlāryo) is a city and a municipality in the Centro Region of Portugal. It is the capital of Leiria District. The population in 2011 was 126,879, in an area of 565.09 square kilometres (218.18 sq mi). It is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Leiria-Fátima.
Restaurants in Leiria
1. Cortem Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 38 reviews
We are a boutique winery making organic wines set in wonderful countryside just out of Caldas da Rainha. We do winetastings with tapas, and wine sales direct from our cellar or we ship to you anywhere in Europe. Our wine tastings are famous for good food, good wine and fun! Our wines are made without aging in oak barrels so one can taste the flavour of the grape and our Terroir. We also offer summer accomodation in our apartment, which is registered with the Portuguese Tourist board under 11178/AL
Reviewed By Extraordinary737321 - Lima, Peru
It is well worth the trip to find this delightful winery perched on the hill, looking down into the valleys that produce their grapes. The hosts are welcoming and incredibly knowledgable, their award-winning wine is delicious, and they treated us to a wonderful tour and tasting. We neglected to phone ahead and book (which we should have) so our visit was a surprise and we barged in on their work. Call ahead to be more polite than were, and enjoy a real treat.
2. Castelo de Leiria
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4.5 based on 829 reviews
This place is temporarily closed.
Reviewed By michaelc0llins77 - Dublin, Ireland
A very nice castle with an amazing view over the city, and loved the activities happening inside the castle - some kind of medieval market!
3. Museu de Leiria
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4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By _salmaeliela - Cascais, Portugal
The museum has both temporary and permanent exhibitions. And it feels like between those, the museum gave us everything there was to see It started off with a exhibition about creation and evolution which involved dinosaurs and neanderthals. Then we saw the symbol of Leiria which is the pine tree; there were painting of the image of Jesus depicted by the Catholic Church..the most exciting has got to be the plastic exhibition though (I believe it was one of the temporary ones). We got to learn about how plastics was mostly used before vs now, which companies are the biggest producers in Portugal, we learnt about micro-plastic.. it was amazing! There was also a really cool exhibition that was a chess board that was made of incredibly unique pieces with one king being an owl, the other having a chess board in his hand, and every other piece was incredibly unique too. The one thing I have to complain about is the gift shop though. It didn't have small sizes for all the shirts, none of the bookmarks that were on display were in stock, the fridge magnets had magnets that are too small to hold its weight...it was all a bit of a mess Even with that, it was a great experience though. The exhibition were exciting and unique and the staff was very friendly as well. Perfect for a rainy day! And the tickets that you buy at the museum of Leiria can also be used to visit the Paper Mill which is right behind. Two for the price of one? Love it !
4. Moinho do Papel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By _salmaeliela - Cascais, Portugal
We walked in thinking that we would learn about how paper is made but the experience was so much bigger than that. We learnt about the use of the mill both now and originally and found out about how it's actually used for the production of cereal too ! We were completely mind blown by the process and knowing that everything that we were seeing was actual was fantastic - we watched the processes happen right before our eyes. Also, the yard where the mills are is absolutely beautiful. It is filled with fall-coloured leaves and little "waterfalls" that make the place look exotic even in winter. The mill was overall breathtaking
5. Mimo - Museu Da Imagem Em Movimento
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4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By _salmaeliela - Cascais, Portugal
We went into the museum unsure of what we would find but we were immediately blown away. To the right there was an exhibition of all kinds of cameras (mostly old), of all shapes and sizes which was fascinating. To the left there were countless interactive gadgets that we experiment with and use to explore all the ways images can be displayed. And in the top floor there was a really cool photography exhibition as well. It was so much fun! And the best part? We went on Sunday so it was free ????????????????????????
6. Praca Rodrigues Lobo
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4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By Pibpog - Eastbourne, United Kingdom
Great for a wander and a contrast to the lovely narrow lanes of the town. We enjoyed the sculptures and water feature. The antiques market is every second Saturday of the month - well worth a visit
7. Santuario de Nossa Senhora da Encarnacao
8. Igreja do Espirito Santo
9. Praia do Pedrogao
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 163 reviews
Reviewed By Gambu-01
This is real authentic Portuguese style sea-side village. Few tourists. Great beaches and great restaurants. Peace and quiet during the week, busy in the weekends. Are there nicer villages in Portugal in the area? Sure, but also loads more tourists (Ericeira, Nazare, Figueira da Foz amongst them). So it's really up to what you are looking for. If it's a bustling tourist town head elsewhere. If it is the true authentic village by the sea with scarce tourism Praia do Pedrogão is great. In any case it is a great point from which to explore the many things to see and do in a 30-60 minute area, and then come back to total peace and relaxation afterwards. I love it, but then I am a dutchie.
10. Lagoa da Ervedeira
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 15 reviews
This lagoon, located in the middle of Leiria woods, is an example of the natural beauties that surround the city, only a few minutes away by car. All you have to do is take Marinha Grande or Vieira de Leiria beach direction, only a few kilometres away , in order to enter a quite pleasant forest area that has been well-preserved, inviting to a walk and to exercise. Latitude: 39.932472° Longitude: -
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