Fátima
Fátima, located 88 miles (142 kilometers) north of Lisbon is one of the most important shrines to the Virgin Mary in the world. Here, in 1917, she appeared several times to three shepherd children. The last time, on October 13th 1917, there were 70,000 witnesses to the miracle. A marble pillar with a statue of Our Lady marks the exact spot and four million pilgrims make the journey to see it each year, in the Chapel of Apparitions.
In addition there is a Basilica, the House of Our Lady Dolours, to receive the sick and for retreats. There's also accommodation for up to 250 pilgrims in the House of Our Lady of Carmel and a monument to the Sacred Heart of Jesus - a spring whose water brings graces to pilgrims.
Practical Info
The best way to Fátima from Lisbon is by bus which takes about an hour and a half. There is a train but the station is 12 mi (20 km) from Fátima itself, so not very convenient.
Tours & Tickets
Óbidos, Nazaré, Fátima and Batalha Day Trip
Take a fascinating day trip from Lisbon to the Portuguese towns of Óbidos, Nazaré, Fátima and Batalha. During the day, explore the charming ... Read more
Location:
Lisbon, Portugal
Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Fátima, Nazaré and Óbidos Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon
Discover the history and natural beauty of Portugal on a small-group day trip to Fátima, Nazaré and Óbidos from Lisbon. One of the most ... Read more
Location:
Lisbon, Portugal
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
6-Day North Portugal Tour: Porto, Braga, Fátima, Coimbra, Guimaraes, Aveiro and Batalha, from Lisbon
Explore northern Portugal on a six-day tour. Departing from Lisbon, discover important cities like Porto and Braga, as well as historical locations like ... Read more
Location:
Lisbon, Portugal
Duration: 6 days (approx.)
Lisbon Super Saver: 2-Day Lisbon Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tastings, and Sintra and Cascais Day Trip
This Lisbon Super Saver is a fabulous two-day package combining a best-selling Lisbon walking tour and a best-selling day trip to Sintra and Cascais at a ... Read more
Location:
Lisbon, Portugal
Duration: Varies
