1. Tomar is a small town located in central Portugal, approximately 143 km northeast of Lisbon. The town is famous for its historical significance and beautiful architecture. One of the biggest attractions in Tomar is the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which was originally a Templar stronghold and later became a monastery. Other notable sites include the Gothic Church of Saint John the Baptist and the striking Aqueduct of Pegões.
2. The Convent of Christ is open to visitors every day from 9:00am to 6:00pm (last entry at 5:00pm) during the summer months and from 9:00am to 5:00pm (last entry at 4:00pm) during the winter months. There is a phone number available for the Convent of Christ: +351 249 312 843.
3. Ticket information and transportation vary depending on the site you wish to visit. To visit the Convent of Christ, tickets cost €8 for adults and €4 for children and students. There are also guided tours available for an additional fee. To get to Tomar from Lisbon, you can take a train from Lisbon Oriente station. The journey takes approximately two hours.
