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Fátima is one of the most important shrines to the Virgin Mary in the world, as three shepherd children are said to have stated that Mary appeared to them. The last event, on Oct. 13, 1917, is known as the Miracle of the Sun and was attended by upwards of 40,000 people. A marble pillar with a statue of Our Lady marks the exact spot in the Chapel of Apparitions, and millions of pilgrims make the journey to see it yearly.
The Basics
Fátima is second only to Lourdes in France as Europe’s most important pilgrimage site, with a history and culture that will fascinate the religious and nonreligious alike. While some Catholics opt to visit during a pilgrimage, you can also visit the town and its religious sites—particularly the Basilica de Fátima—on a day trip from Lisbon or Porto. Choose between a half-day tour to Fátima and a full-day sightseeing tour with stops at other historic points of interest. Guided tours often include stops at other points of interest, including Óbidos, Nazaré, and Batalha. Travelers pressed for time can see the town on a half-day tour.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Fátima is a must-visit for Catholics and history buffs.
- Day tours from Porto and Lisbon last upwards of eight hours and include hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Conservative dress is recommended, as many of Fátima’s attractions are sacred spots for devotees that sometimes ask visitors to cover their shoulders or legs.
- Mass at the basilica is held several times a day.
How to Get There
Fátima is 88 miles (142 kilometers) north of Lisbon. The easiest way to get there is on a guided tour, but it’s also possible to travel independently. Buses depart regularly from Sete Rios bus station in Lisbon or Batalha bus station in Porto. The rides take 90 or 120 minutes respectively. There is a train station servicing Fátima, but it’s located 12 miles (20 kilometers) outside of town, making it a less convenient option.
When to Get There
Fátima sees two major pilgrimages each year, in May and October. During this time, thousands of pilgrims make their way into town, and the city’s hotels and guesthouses fill up, making pre-booking a must. Every month on the 12th, there is an international rosary followed by a candlelight procession.
Points of Interest in Fátima
While the religious structures tend to be the most popular attractions at this pilgrimage site, there’s more to do in Fátima. The Fátima Wax Museum offers a history of the town through 31 scenes and more than 100 wax figures, while limestone formations of the Moeda Caves (Grutas da Moeda) are also nearby.
Address: Apartado 31, Fátima 2496-908, Portugal
Hours: Open daily
Admission: Free
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Óbidos, Nazaré, Fátima and Batalha Day Trip
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Fátima, Batalha, Alcobaça, and Óbidos Full Day Private Tour from Lisbon
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Fátima Private Tour Half Day from Lisbon
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Fátima, Batalha, Nazare and Óbidos Private Full Day Tour from Lisbon
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Full-day Small-Group Fatima, Batalha, and Obidos Tour from Lisbon
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Fátima - Private Full Day Tour
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Fátima Private Tour Full Day from Lisbon
- Tread in the footsteps of millions of Christian pilgrims during this full-day private tour to Fátima from Lisbon. One of the most important world pilgrimage sites for Catholics, Fátima is home to a gorgeous sanctuary and the famous house of the three little shepherds. Visit the Chapel of Apparitions, where local children are believed to have once seen an appearance of the Virgin Mary. You’ll also have the chance to explore the traditional villages of Batalha, home to striking examples of Gothic architecture, and Nazaré, with its quaint beaches, before ending your day in the medieval town of Óbidos.
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Private Guided Tour from Lisbon: Fátima Batalha Nazaré Óbidos
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Fátima Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Lisbon
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Private Full-Day Fátima and Western Region Tour from Lisbon
- Tour the Western Region of Portugal, including several important historical Catholic sites, on this private tour from Lisbon. With your historian guide, visit Fátima, the religious capital of the country, where a vision of Mary appeared to 3 children in 1917. Visit Óbidos and Nazare villages, as well as the Alcobaça and Batalha Monasteries, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Enjoy flexibility and personal attention on this private tour. Round-trip transportation from Lisbon is included.
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Private 6-Hour Fátima and Valinhos Tour from Lisbon
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Fátima, Nazaré, and Óbidos Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon
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Divine Fátima Full Day Private Tour
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Fátima and the Sanctuary Basilica Half Day Tour from Lisbon
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Fátima Message Private Tour with Candle Procession from Lisbon
- Enjoy a private pilgrimage to the sacred Sanctuary of Fátima on this full-day tour from Lisbon. Visit the sites of the apparitions including the Little Sheppards’ Houses and Sacred Way of the Valinhos, then explore inside the Chapel of Apparitions and the Basilica of the Holy Trinity. After a traditional Portuguese dinner at a local restaurant (own expense), return to the Sanctuary to take part in the moving candle procession through Basilica Square (from March to October only).
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Fátima, Nazaré and Óbidos Small Group Tour
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Fátima, Nazaré and Óbidos Day Trip with Batalha Monastery from Lisbon
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6-Day North Portugal Tour: Porto, Braga, Fátima, Coimbra, Guimaraes, Aveiro and Batalha, from Lisbon
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2-Day Sacred Portugal Trip: Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré and Óbidos, from Lisbon
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Fátima, Nazaré and Óbidos Private Tour from Lisbon
- Discover Fatima’s storied religious history on this informative private full-day tour, from Lisbon. Meet your friendly guide and driver at your central Lisbon hotel, then head to Portugal’s sacred city, Fatima, where you’ll see the famous basilica and have the option to attend a memorable mass. After a stroll through town, head to Obidos, a historic medieval village. On the way there, admire a glimpse of Nazare. Relax on your scenic drive back to Lisbon, where your tour ends.
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