Leiria, Portugal Hotels, Vacations, Tourism

With regular bus services to the three big sites of northern Estremadura – Alcobaça, Batalha and Fátima – LEIRIA makes a handy centre for excursions. The chief sight here is the Castle (daily 9/10am–5.30/6.30pm; €2), incorporating an elegant royal palace with a magnificent balcony high above the River Lis. At the heart of the old town, Praça Rodrigues Lobo is surrounded by beautiful buildings and arcades. The tourist office (daily: summer 10am–1pm & 3–7pm; winter 2–6pm; tel 244 814 748) and bus station are on opposite sides of a park … more »