Hello. We're staying 2 nights in Tomar (Sep 28-29) and had planned to visit the Convent of Christ and Templar Castle. I'm seeing that the Templar Castle is closed for renovations. Can someone confirm that the Convent of Christ is open? Or are they both closed? I've asked the question on this website https://www.turismo.cm-tomar.pt/en but haven't heard back yet.
Thanks for any insight!
Posted by
California 🦋
5455 posts
MorganMurphy,
According to the Convent of Christ website:
Due to Conservation and Restoration work within the scope of the PRR (Recovery and Rehabilitation Program), some areas of this Monument have restricted or limited access.
The works will be carried out in phases and at this moment there are restrictions in the following areas:
- South Terrace and access to the Friars' Garden;
- South, East and West wings of the ground floor and 1st floor of the Main Cloister;
- "Wax" Terrace of the Main Cloister;
- Ground floor of the Santa Bárbara Cloister;
- Washing Cloister;
- Garden and Courtyard.The Convent of Christ thanks visitors in advance for their attention and understanding.
Here’s the official website:
https://www.museusemonumentos.pt/en/museus-e-monumentos/convento-de-cristo
Hope this helps!
Enjoy your time in beautiful Portugal!
Posted by
OP
Denver, Colorado
236 posts
Thank you again, Priscilla. Sounds like there are still many areas to see and enjoy.