Located just north of Lisbon, Fátima is one of Portugal’s most revered destinations. It touches the hearts of all who visit, regardless of their beliefs. Known worldwide as a centre of devotion and spiritual reflection, the city offers peace, respect, and inner stillness.
At the heart of Fátima lies the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima. Built near the site where three shepherd children reported the Marian apparitions in 1917. Today, the sanctuary draws millions of pilgrims and visitors annually, especially on the 13th of May and October. Its wide esplanade, the impressive Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the modern Basilica of the Holy Trinity create a sacred space of awe and reverence.
Beyond its religious importance, Fátima is also a place of warm hospitality. The locals welcome visitors with genuine kindness, offering guidance, comfort, and stories passed down through generations. In addition, the city’s handicrafts and local shops reflect a strong cultural identity, with beautiful rosaries, ceramics, and religious art. Traditional restaurants invite you to taste delicious regional cuisine. Celebrate Portuguese flavors with hearty dishes, fresh bread, and sweet traditional desserts. Fátima’s surroundings also deserve attention. Just a short drive away, you’ll find beautiful natural spots. Caves and charming villages that offer peaceful escapes and quiet reflection.
It was in this city that, allegedly, the three shepherds witnessed the apparition of Our Lady on 13th May 1917. In addition to places of worship: the Shrine, Basilica or Chapel of the Apparitions you may also like to visit the Museum of wax or the Caves.
Place where you can find the image of Our Lady and that marks the exact spot where was the small holm oak on which Our Lady appeared to the shepherds.
Place worth visiting for the richness of peace of mind and reflection that it offers.
Marto’s Family House and Lúcia’s House.
Portrays the whole story of Fatima, with wax figures properly framed in the ethnography of the time of the apparitions in 1917.
Unique museum about the life of Christ.
Date back to the Jurassic period it has a visitable extension of 350 meters reaching up during the visit, a depth of 45 meters.
In addition to the religious environment, Fátima also stands out for its privileged location in the heart of the Aire’s mountain range and is therefore a great area for open-air activities.
Every day masses are held in the Sanctuary and the basilicas, so you can whenever you want to participate in this manifestation of faith.
There are tracks already tested for hiking or biking. You can choose to do it with a sense of pilgrimage or just for fun.
The equestrian centers in the region are prepared to provide you with a casual ridel, enjoying the local scenery.
Fátima has a cuisine with strong influences of rural life and agriculture – one of the sources of income for the local people.
Roasted over a wood fire.
Typical dish of the region, especially the famous 'Morcela' with rice.
You can find various brands of olive oil in region, great region to use in the most varied dishes.
This region offers you a variety of places to visit from monuments, landscapes, caves, spas, beaches… and is located less than 150 km from Lisbon!