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On the Menu…Restaurante Alcaide, Óbidos (Portugal)

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Restaurante Alcaide is a charming restaurant that serves traditional Portuguese cuisine in the medieval village of Óbidos. It is located on the main street that traverses the village and is lined with quaint shops, restaurants and places to try Ginja, a local cherry-flavored liqueur.

The dining room at Alcaide has a classic style with whitewashed walls, dark wood slats on the ceiling, and a cozy ambiance. Diners can enjoy views of the medieval wall, tile rooftops and surrounding countryside from the room’s large picture windows. Tables by the window and outside on the balcony are in high demand, so be sure to request a view when you arrive or make your reservation. The extensive menu features classic Portuguese cuisine with a variety of dishes to choose from, including baked sardines, codfish with cheese, chestnuts and apple, grilled octopus, salmon with wine sauce, duck breast with orange sauce, lamb chops, and beef medallions with a Port wine sauce.

  • Rua Direita, 60
  • Óbidos, Portugal
  • Phone:  +351 262 959 220
  • Website: Alcaide

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Checking In…Pousada Vila Óbidos – Casa Lidador (Portugal)

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The Pousada Vila Óbidos – Casa Lidador is a new concept within the Pousadas Hotel Group that has the atmosphere of a Bed & Breakfast. The 11 rooms in this restored traditional village house are furnished in a rustic decor and provide guests with a cozy and inviting ambiance. Guests can also enjoy the only outdoor swimming pool in the village of Óbidos, a unique feature that is especially appreciated during the hot summer months. 

Casa Lidador is a fully self-catering property with shared common areas that are available for all guests to use, including a living room, dining room and fully equipped kitchen. The building is accessed via an intercom system and once inside guests complete a self check-in process to access their room key, which is stored in individual safes in the living room area. Assistance is provided to guests via phone by the Reception staff at the Pousada Castelo Óbidos located just 200 meters away (2 minute walk up the hill). Guests of Casa Lidador can also use the Reception services and Restaurant located in the Castle.

  • Address: R. de Dom Antão Moniz
  • Visit the 12th C. Castle, Porta da Vila, Praça de Santa Maria, Igreja de Santa Maria, Museo Municipal
  • Pousada de Ourem (82 km)
  • Pousada de Condeixa-a-Nova (123 km)
  • Pousada de Crato (188 km)
  • Airport: 50 minutes – 1 hour by taxi (80 km – Lisbon)

All rooms with private bath, air conditioning, direct dial telephone, WiFi, hair dryer, flat panel TV, minibar, room safe

  • No Elevator
  • Self-catering/No staff onsite (assistance provided by Reception at the Castle)
  • Communal living room and dining room
  • Fully equipped communal kitchen (sink, refrigerator, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, kettle, toaster, microwave)
  • 11 guest rooms (3 floors)
  • Superior: Room with a King or Twin beds with village, side or pool view; approx. 18 m2 (2 guest maximum)
  • Family: Room with a King or Twin beds, sofabed and a balcony, with side or pool view; approx. 23 m2 (3 guest maximum; 2 adults + 1 child)
  • Suite: Spacious room with a living room with a sofabed, separate bedroom with a King or Twin beds, with views of the village; approx. 31 m2 (4 guest maximum; 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children)
  • All rooms have a shower only (no bathtub)
  • Note: Large suitcases are not recommended, as the building can only be accessed on foot, guests must carry luggage up/down stairs, and storage space for suitcases in the rooms is limited

Driving info: New traffic patterns were implemented in Óbidos to deter people who are not hotel guests from driving up to the castle. GPS apps (e.g. Google Maps) do not provide correct directions to the castle. Directions will be provided to clients who make a reservation at the Pousada. Vehicles larger than a standard size car (e.g. minivans or larger) will not be able to pass through the narrow streets in the village. Guests staying at the Casa Lidador will have to park their car at the castle.

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Sample Itineraries: Lisbon Getaway (Portugal)

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Lisbon is the perfect place to visit for travelers looking for a quick getaway for a week. This charming cosmopolitan city with a vibrant nightlife and booming food scene is the perfect place to call home so you can explore the city and its environs. Depending on your interests, you can spend an entire week in the city center doing a deep dive into the historical sites and monuments, bars, restaurants and shops. Or if you to prefer to venture out a bit, you can add one or more day trips to your itinerary so you can discover the history and beauty of some of the nearby towns. With Lisbon as your home base you won’t have to worry about moving to other hotels and packing/unpacking. Even if you venture out of the city center for day trips, you can still make it back to Lisbon in time for dinner.

In the city center you can explore the historic Alfama neighborhood that is topped off with a 12th C. castle, ride the wooden trams that traverse the city’s narrow streets, visit museums that feature everything from paintings, to tiles to royal coaches, tour the Mosteiro dos Jerónimos and Belém Tower, and finish off by enjoying a meal at a top rated restaurant with chefs that are gaining worldwide acclaim and Michelin stars in the popular Chiado and Bairro Alto areas.

If you decide to venture outside of the city center, there are a number of wonderful towns you can visit that are just 45 – 90 minutes away. You can rent a car or book a private tour with your own guide/transportation. For more information on what to see in Lisbon, click here.

  • Day 1: Arrive in Lisbon in the morning; sightseeing in the afternoon
  • Day 2: Sightseeing in Lisbon
  • Day 3: Day trip to Sintra, or Sintra, Cascais & Cabo da Roca
  • Day 4: Day trip to Obidos, Nazare, Batalha & Fatima or Day trip to Evora with Wine cellar visit
  • Day 5: Sightseeing & shopping in Lisbon
  • Day 6: Depart Lisbon to return home

For more information on Lisbon day trips, click here.

Book a private tour! You may want to consider booking a private tour with an English-speaking guide. Private tours are a great way to make the best use of the limited time you have in each city. Your English-speaking local guide will make sure you don’t miss any must-see sights, and will provide you with the history and insights behind the places you will visit. For more information on all of our Lisbon City Center, Day Trips and Wine Tours, click here.

Photo credit: Turismo de Portugal / Photo of panoramic view of Lisbon and São Jorge Castle

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