Half-Day Guided Tour of Fátima from Lisbon

Find your guide in Lisbon to start your journey past breathtaking Ribatejo farmlands to the blessed city of Fátima. Choose between a large-group tour aboard a bus, or a small-group tour with maximum 18 people in an AC minivan.

Start your tour with a visit to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima, one of the world's biggest Catholic pilgrimage destinations. It is said that in 1917 the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children here and made prophecies that were to change the world.

Spend time exploring the various monuments dedicated to the many apparitions of Our Lady witnessed by the three children. There is the Chapel of Apparitions, built in the exact place where the first apparition occurred; the Basilica of Fatima, the burial ground of the three children; the Holy Trinity Church, the third biggest church in the world and the neighboring town of Valinhos where the apparations first happened to the three children. Upgrade to visit the old houses that are still intact and find various archival objects like photographs and other household items that will give you an authentic experience.

Half-Day Guided Tour of Fátima from Lisbon

Explore the revered Catholic pilgrimage site of Fátima on this half-day guided tour from Lisbon, where visitors can see the Chapel of the Apparitions, the Basilica of Our Lady of Fátima, the Church of the Holy Trinity, and the tombs of Lucia Santos, Jacinta Marto, and Francisco Marto. The tour includes a visit to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima, with stops at significant landmarks like the Chapel of the Apparitions where the Virgin Mary appeared in 1917, the Basilica that houses the tombs of the three shepherd children who witnessed these apparitions, and the Church of the Holy Trinity, built as a tribute to those miraculous appearances. The tour covers approximately 80 kilometers from Lisbon to Fátima, with audio guides available in English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Russian. Guests will spend about three hours at each location, attending mass and lighting candles inside the Basilica of Our Lady of Fátima, where they can also visit the Chapel of the Apparitions marking the exact spot of the apparitions, as well as the tombs within the Basilica. The tour is accessible to all visitors with wheelchair access available for those who require it.

Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima

Your tour stops at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima where you will explore a site established in 1917 and expanded significantly over the years. Covering an area of approximately 20 acres, the sanctuary includes the Basilica of Our Lady of Fátima, completed in 1953 with a capacity for 8,000 people; the Church of the Holy Trinity, built between 1924 and 1926 to commemorate the apparitions; and the Chapel of the Apparitions, marking the exact spot where Mary appeared. Visitors spend about an hour at each location, attending mass in the Basilica and lighting candles for loved ones. The sanctuary is unique as it houses the tombs of Lucia Santos, Jacinta Marto, and Francisco Marto, who witnessed the apparitions, making it a significant pilgrimage site for Catholics from around the world.

Attend Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Fátima

Your tour includes attending mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Fátima where you will experience one of the most significant spiritual events in Portugal. The basilica, completed in 1953 and covering an area of approximately 20,000 square feet, has a capacity for 8,000 people. Inside, visitors can light candles and pray at the tombs of Lucia Santos, Jacinta Marto, and Francisco Marto, who witnessed the apparitions in 1917. Guests will spend about an hour here, participating in mass and reflecting on the miraculous events that took place nearly a century ago. The basilica is unique for its historical significance as a pilgrimage site where millions of visitors come each year to pay their respects.

Explore the Chapel of the Apparitions

Your tour includes exploring the Chapel of the Apparitions, marking the exact spot where the Virgin Mary appeared in 1917. The chapel was built in 1946 and covers an area of approximately 2,000 square feet. Inside, visitors can see a small statue of Our Lady of Fátima surrounded by candles lit by pilgrims from around the world. Guests will spend about half an hour here, reflecting on the miraculous events that took place nearly a century ago. The chapel is unique as it marks the exact spot where the apparitions occurred, making it a significant pilgrimage site for Catholics.

Visit the Church of the Holy Trinity

Your tour includes visiting the Church of the Holy Trinity, built between 1924 and 1926 to commemorate the apparitions. The church covers an area of approximately 5,000 square feet and is a tribute to the miraculous events that took place in Fátima. Inside, visitors can see beautiful stained glass windows depicting scenes from the apparitions as well as the tombs of Lucia Santos, Jacinta Marto, and Francisco Marto. Guests will spend about an hour here, reflecting on the historical significance of the church and its role in Catholic history.

Tour Highlights

• Discover Fátima, a renowned Catholic pilgrimage site where the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children.
• Attend mass and light a candle inside one of the numerous basilicas.
• Visit the Shrine of Fátima including the Basilica (tombs of Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco).
• Stop by the Chapel of the Apparitions marking the exact spot of the Virgin Mary's appearances.
• Explore the Church of the Holy Trinity built between 1924-1926 to commemorate the apparitions.
• Audio guides in English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Russian available.
• Wheelchair access to all major sites including the Basilica of Our Lady of Fátima.
• Convenient round-trip transportation from Lisbon with pick-up at your hotel or central location.

Perfect for history enthusiasts, spiritual seekers, and tourists interested in religious landmarks, this half-day guided tour provides an immersive experience through significant pilgrimage sites. The tour allows you to explore the Chapel of the Apparitions, attend mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Fátima, and visit the Church of the Holy Trinity, giving you a comprehensive understanding of Fátima's importance in Catholic history while enjoying the serene atmosphere of the sanctuary.