Leiria
Leiria is a city and municipality in the Central Region of Portugal. It is the 2nd largest city in that same region, after Coimbra, with a municipality population of 128,640 in an area of 565.09 square kilometres. It is the seat of its own district and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Leiria-Fátima. Wikipedia.
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Catholic cathedral
Sights & Landmarks
Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, located in Leiria, Portugal, is a stunning example of Joanine architecture from the 16th century. This cathedral shares its design with two other cathedrals in Portugal and is considered a hallmark of late Renaissance inspiration. The Mannerist-style building has undergone several changes over the years due to natural disasters and historical events. Despite its simple exterior, the interior boasts a harmonious layout with three naves of equal height.
The construction of the See began in 1546, according to a project by architect Afonso Álvares, who opted for the mannerist style abroad, retaining a harmonious interior with three naves of the same height, of late Renaissance inspiration. The church was consecrated only in 1574, when it had no sacristy, or other dependencies. In the following centuries some changes have been made thanks to episcopal action. The 1755 earthquake caused serious damage to the main facade, whose reconstruction began the following year. In 1772, D. Frei Miguel de Bolhões and Sousa had the bell tower built a little away from the building, over the old medieval tower of the gates of the sun, which marked the southern entrance into the castle wall. In 1810, during the Napoleonic wars, a fire partially consumed the interior of the church. Outstanding a sober, baroque and mannerist architecture, the See of Leiria has some similarities to those of Portalegre and Miranda do Douro and also bears some vestiges of gothic heritage. It has Latin cross plant and three naves of equal height, separated by pillars. The maneer-style chancel, dated the seventeenth century and is by Baltasar Álvares and Friar João Turriano. It integrates the altarpiece with paintings by Simão Rodrigues, which portray episodes of the life of the Virgin Mary. Two large baroque organs that overlap two side chairs complete the decoration.
Artur V — Google review
The tower is on the slope, apart from the church, very interesting.
did a quick visit as we're on a 80 minute transit between buses at a nearby bus station,
we arrived here at the cathedral at 0930, not sure if there's Sunday mass as the church was empty,
we prayed the rosary and gave thanks to mother Mary and Lord Jesus,
Majestic beautiful church
A very beautiful church, both from the inside and outside. Its simple look just somehow fits the surroundings and doesn't stand out in any bad way. Regular Misa (Mass) can be attended by anyone who wishes to enter.
Very beautiful church, perfect for praying.
The Leiria's main church right on the city's downtown. Near the Leiria's castle and other important spots on the city. Have masses all days at 8:00 AM.
There are also a touristic way based on the Eça de Queiroz novel The Crime of Father Amado which was based on this church and the neighborhood.
Some great place to have good or drink nearby.
Says it's open. It's closed for renovations. Wasted trip. Two stars for the view.
R. Conde Ferreira nº 3, 2400-175 Leiria, Portugal•
Catholic church
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Churches & Cathedrals
Rua de Nossa Senhora da Encarnação 2410-143 is home to the Nossa Senhora da Encarnacao Sanctuary, a pilgrimage church built in the 16th century. The grand staircase leading to it was added in the 18th century. Classified as a Building of Public Interest, this chapel features Neoclassical architecture and original 17th-century tiles depicting Saint Gabriel and the Virgin.
Beautiful shrine with a great view over Leiria
Francisco S — Google review
Nice view to the Leiria, when I came was not possible to enter the church, but stairs are something common as well as beautiful for northern Portuguese style.
Wonderful place. Unfortunately it was closed, according to Google it should be open
Amazing view especially at night
Nice view. A shame to be close.
A nice spot
(Translated by Google) The sanctuary can be accessed by car or via a staircase with 162 steps, some of which are curiously inclined.
It has a beautiful galilee with round arches, with the central arch leading to the main portal rising above it, with the interior covered in 17th-century polychromatic tiles and votive paintings of the Virgin and Saint Gabriel, made in stone and placed above the main door.
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Santuário cujo acesso pode ser feito por carro ou através de escadatório com 162 degraus, alguns dos quais curiosamente inclinados.
Possui uma formosa galilé de arcos de volta perfeita, sobrelevantando-se o arco central de acesso ao portal principal, com o interior revestido a azulejos policromáticos de padrão seiscentista e pinturas votivas à Virgem e a São Gabriel, feitos em pedra e colocados sobre a porta principal.
(Translated by Google) Beautiful, peaceful place. It makes you feel like you've stepped back in time!
(Original)
Lugar lindo, calmo. Faz a gente voltar ao passado!!
City park
Praça Rodrigues Lobo is a charming square filled with small coffee shops offering a wide range of prices for drinks, from affordable espressos to cocktails and beers. It's a popular spot for leisure, where visitors can relax on terraces while enjoying a cocktail or dinner. However, parking can be an issue for those arriving by car. The square offers a variety of dining options and is praised for its historical ambiance.
Nice square but don't drop your cigarette butt. It contains plastic and toxins. Get a pocket ashtray.
@TheTrashTraveler raising awareness with fun and creativity.
The T — Google review
Nice square at the downtown, with beautiful buildings, view of the castle and shops with terrace.
(Translated by Google) The city's main square, it was from here that the town expanded from the 13th century onwards. It became a centre of power when, during the reign of King John I, the Town Hall and the Pillory were installed there. Today, it is the city's centre of entertainment and entertainment, with restaurants, cafés and terraces.
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A principal praça da cidade, foi daqui que a vila se expandiu a partir do século XIII. Tornou-se um centro de poder quando no reinado de D.João I, aí viriam a ser instalados os Paços do concelho e o Pelourinho. Hoje é centro de animação e diversão da cidade, com restaurantes, cafés e esplanadas.
Just a beautiful square and all of the restaurants in the square are delicious!
(Translated by Google) Very beautiful and well decorated square.
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Praça muito bonita e bem decorada.
(Translated by Google) A good place to spend some quality time and have a few drinks with friends.
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Um bom local para passar uns bons momentos e beber uns copos com os amigos.
(Translated by Google) Very pretty place, very rich with a varied restaurant and bar.
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Très jolie place très riche ne restaurant et bar varié.
(Translated by Google) The heart of this beautiful city, beautiful images
(Original)
El corazon de esta linda ciudad preciosa imagenes
Museum
Sights & Landmarks
The House of Painters, a recently restored municipal building in Leiria, serves as an interpretative center for the Jewish presence in the city. The small space offers free access and is best visited alongside the Misericordia Church. Visitors can expect to be pleasantly surprised by the museum's focus on Hebrew history in Portugal and its exploration of ancestral roots.
Amazing! Should be visited! Loved it! Some of the Leiria's Jew history is here! And the model of Guttenberg's printer is awesome!
Fatima M — Google review
Only one star...as the place is not open and apparently under renovation so says the Leiria tourist office. No signage to indicate this?
Was amazing I like the atmosphere music ,tapas definitely I will recommend it
(Translated by Google) The Casa dos Pintores houses part of the CDIL - Leiria Intercultural Dialogue Centre, as well as the Misericórdia Church. It is part of the interpretative route of the Jewish community, its Jewish quarter and its occupations (such as book printing, for example). It is a well-developed historical centre at a museum level and is worth getting to know and discovering.
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A Casa dos Pintores alberga parte do CDIL - Centro de Diálogo Intercultural de Leiria, além da Igreja da Misericórdia. Faz parte do percurso interpretativo da comunidade judaica, a sua judiaria e suas ocupações (como a impressão de livros, por exemplo). É um núcleo histórico bem trabalhado a nível mmuseológico e vale a pena conhecer e desvendar.
(Translated by Google) Recently restored, this house serves as an interpretative center of the Jewish presence in the city of Leiria. This small, free-to-access space should be visited in conjunction with the Church of Misericórdia. It is not wheelchair accessible.
(Original)
Recentemente restaurada, esta casa serve como centro interpretativo da presença judaica na Cidade de Leiria. O pequeno espaço de acesso gratuito deve ser visitado em conjunto com a Igreja da Misericórdia. Não tem acesso para cadeiras de rodas
(Translated by Google) I found the history of the Jews and the Portuguese press very interesting. I recommend it.
(Original)
Achei muito interessante a história dos judeus e a prensa portuguesa. Recomendo.
(Translated by Google) This was the biggest surprise. The title reminded me of the art of painting and I found a museum that shed new light on Hebrew history in Portugal. And to my surprise I found news of my ancestral roots!!!
(Original)
Está foi a maior surpresa. O título me remeteu a arte da pintura e encontrei um museu que lançou novas tintas e olhar sobre a história Hebraica em Portugal. E para minha surpresa encontrei notícias de minhas raízes ancestrais !!!
(Translated by Google) It has an incredible history, with a permanent exhibition about Jewish people in the city and a small temporary exhibition of photographs (when I was there). I didn't get a very warm welcome from the staff there. 😔
(Original)
Tem uma história incrível, com uma exposição permanente sobre informações de judeus na cidade e uma pequena exposição temporária de fotografias (na época que lá estive). Não tive uma boa acolhida por parte do funcionário que lá estava. 😔
R. Manuel António Rodrigues 2 27, 2400-137 Leiria, Portugal•
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Town square
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Leiria, Praça Francisco Rodrigues Lobo is a delightful square that invites visitors to unwind and soak up the local atmosphere. With its charming cobblestone paths and stunning historic architecture, this picturesque spot is perfect for leisurely strolls. On weekends, the square comes alive with a bustling farmers market, offering fresh produce and local delicacies. It's an ideal gathering place for families and friends to enjoy meals together while taking in the lively surroundings.
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Portuguese restaurant
Restaurante Hotel Rural Casa da Nora is an upscale hotel located in the village of Cortes, just 15 minutes away from Leiria. The restaurant, Casa da Nora Restaurante, offers a pleasant dining experience with a family-like ambiance amidst old farmhouses by the Lis River. The establishment prides itself on providing traditional Portuguese gastronomy and laid-back service in a discreet environment.
Such a wonderful experience. Our room was darling with a magical sun room everyone was so friendly and helpful. We had two children and the loved staying here. The restaurant is amazing we ate here twice during our stay. The room came with a welcome bottle of wine, a mini fridge, and was very clean.
Lea — Google review
Excellent food. Fabulous Sangria, desserts, mains and more. The staff was friendly and didn't rush you, even though they were busy. We went for lunch and everyone loved everything. Both the fish soup and vegetable soup were creamy and delicious. The steak with the mushroom risotto was incredible. The meat was tender and cooked perfectly. The mushroom risotto might be the best I've ever had. We had the "best cheesecake in Portugal" and it didn't disappoint. A thick graham cracker crust, light and creamy center and tons of fresh berries. Our friends had pork that was also yummy with a grilled pineapple with mint sauce for desserts. We spent about 53€ for 2 people
We stayed for 3 nights. The hotel exterior was beautiful, and our room had a nice antique charm. However, the service was very poor – staff spoke little English and no one offered to help with our luggage during check-in or check-out. The toilet and bathroom were outdated, and the shower did not work properly. Breakfast was just okay.
Wonderful place! We enjoyed the tasteful dinner and breakfast, quite a pity to leave after only one night. Excellent rooms and customer service!
We dined at Casa da Nora in Cortes and enjoyed the tasting menu by Chef Rafael Ferreira. It was a wonderful experience from start to finish.
The dishes included a delicious amuse-bouche served between slices of bread, a stunning celeriac and scallop dish, perfectly cooked rare steak, tender pork on a skewer, and a local specialty of fish and mussels in richly flavoured rice (NOT a paella but similar in style). To finish, we had a refreshing dessert of strawberries with ginger wine and ice cream.
Every single dish was a triumph. My companion’s favourite was the celeriac with scallops. Mine was the skewered pork. We enjoyed it so much that we are going back again tonight. It is absolutely worth it and cost around €60 per person.
First of all, so beautiful, luxurious and comfortable. It’s kept clean. There’s definitely a woman’s touch to this place. There are Devine smells from a fragrance in the residency part. Towels are branded with their own marking. Little reading nooks, seating areas, and my friend- a cute little cat that was so friendly! Small things make your stay, you can agree. The pool, quiet and never any people in there, you can easily have the whole pool to yourself. The restaurant and hotel is cosy and has a cabin vibe, which is so nice! Almost like your aunt or grandma’s house. It’s surrounded by nature and polite Portuguese culture. Not many shops around but a trip to Leiria for €3/€5 by uber or bolt is easy enough. Just know the shops close early!!
Anyway, thank you casa da Nora. You made our stay. And you didn’t have to do anything in your advantage. Really great place.
One of my favorites in Leiria ⭐️
Highly recommend! Beautiful restaurant, delicious food, and amazing service 😌
The menu is incredible. Wine selection is also amazing!
The food here is amazing. Can go head to head with any great restaurant in the united states
Largo José Marques da Cruz 8, 2410-506, Portugal•
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Restaurant
Nestled just a short drive north of Leiria in the charming town of Marrazes, O Pipo Velho is a delightful family-run restaurant that captures the essence of regional Portuguese cuisine. With its name translating to 'old barrel,' this eatery boasts a rustic ambiance adorned with wine corks and wooden barrels, creating an inviting atmosphere reminiscent of visiting your grandmother's home. The interior reflects traditional design elements akin to a tasca or old bar, making it both unique and cozy.
A great restaurant to visit if you are in town. Plenty of space to park, great menus at a great price and with quality. You can't miss this if you are in Leiria.
Ivan F — Google review
The food was really good, the woman who worked there was exceptional she brought a happy mood into dinner.
Super traditional Portuguese food. I have not liked bacalhau so far, but the Bacalhau and crème gratin here was superb.
We got there quite late at around 9pm, we were hungry and wanted some real food. But they insisted on taking a long time to bring out the food so that we might be tricked to take the entree on the table. After over an hour waiting, some of us ordered 2nd drink already, they finally gave up and bring out the food that didn’t take long to cook. I don’t know if it’s normal or not, some part of the shrimp was not even fully cooked, well i ate it anyway. At the end they still tried to push us to order for dessert but no thankyou, we didn’t know if we’d have to wait for another hour or not…
Hard to find, but it's a gem! Traditionally designed interior as if of a tasca or an old bar makes the place very unique and at the same time very cosy to stay in. It can almost feel like you are visiting your grandma;) Still, the place is very clean and neat. Service is perfect, with very polite staff. Food is delicately served, but remains simple, tasty and gives homey feelings (there are a few vegetarian options that are not omelette). Prices are average, just like in the center/beach of Leiria, therefore it's totally worth it to come here for a visit.
Honestly great place. Amazing typical Portuguese food, very traditional, great quality and amazing staff. Price is a bit steep but it's OK, it's worth it.
Excellent Cozido à Portuguesa reasonably priced. Nice people too. I’ve also included photos of their night menu.
I have known this restaurant for over 10 years....
Outstanding price/quality ratio... can't get better than that!
Cozy environment with home made food. All the bacalhau's dishes are amazing!
R. do Valverde 42, 2415-545 Marrazes, Portugal•
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French restaurant
Luna is a charming restaurant located in Quinta de Santo Antonio, Leiria, offering a mix of French, Mediterranean, and European cuisine. The intimate and welcoming ambiance, along with the carefully curated decor and attentive service, make it one of the most romantic dining spots in Leiria. The use of fresh and high-quality ingredients is evident in their dishes. The restaurant's French influence adds to its allure, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of Paris.
One of the best food ever. The atmosphere is chill, the service is friendly fith recommendations that did fit our needs.
The Food:
Usually I order few dishes to bet on few different options in case I do not like some of the meals. Here we had duck in oven and octopus with gnocchi.
Both were prepared with such a cure and Relation to Food, you can actually feel this attitude. The tastes but also the textures of food so playfully combined, like a via michelin mitchen.
The cook is a Master Chief !!
My most sincere compliments to the cook, the owner, the waiters and every person contributed this place. The food quantity was surprisingly enough. With one dish each we did feel good enough. We did order deserts only to extend this Music going.
Highly recommend the place. Prices are low for what we get.
Since I am travelling, hope I am back one day to have another amazing experience as the todays one
Martin — Google review
Very delicious food, great atmosphere and friendly staff.
One of my absolute favorites in Leiria — truly a must-try! ⭐️ The menu is fantastic both for lunch and dinner, with dishes that are not only delicious but also beautifully presented. The service is always kind and professional, and the restaurant itself is gorgeous.
Don’t leave without trying the desserts — every single one is incredible!
Fantastic food and generous portions. I had the steak which was cooked to perfection
Just wow! Amazing food, kind of gourmet but with generous portions... Really stands out, probably the best restaurant in Leiria!! It's not cheap but for what you get its (almost) a steal. Highly recommended!
Really enjoyed it with my girls. Food is absolutely lovely, atmosphere is fantastic and attention of the staff is superb. Highly recommended!
Excellent meal! If you are in the area I would definitely make a detour to this restaurant. Would please any foodie. Easily my favourite meal in portugal.
This page isn't managed by the restaurant. It was marked as opened, but they were closed for vacations - we lost time and had some difficulties in finding an open restaurant by then.
quinta de santo António, R. Glória Barata Rodrigues, 2415-576 Leiria, Portugal•
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Restaurant
If you're looking for an exciting and unique dining experience, look no further than Cardamomo in Leiria. Here you'll find delicious vegan specialities as well as the perfect spot to enjoy some Indian cuisine. The atmosphere is really cool and the staff are incredibly friendly, so it's definitely worth a visit!
Stopped here for vegan lunch. Very quiet, but had a lovely chat with Nuno & Patricia the owners who are very friendly.Food well presented & tasty. Dog friendly, our dog Apolo had a sleep while we ate. Well worth a visit for vegan food.
Yvonne T — Google review
Extremely rude staff. We were yelled at on the phone for calling -well before time! - to politely cancel a reservation made for two due to unexpected family reasons. The man accused me of being the ruin of restaurants (the hell?) and that reservations should not be cancelled as it was extremely rude to do so… (and yet I thought the rude thing would be not to call beforehand?). Anyway, I’m not sure whatever is going on with the staff there or if he was having a bad day but really this was unbelievable, I was truly appalled.
Just to add that this would be a first visit so I cannot comment on the food or anything else, but to avoid unhinged staff I would recommend you stay away from this place.
A lovely Indian restaurant in city center. A great option for vegetarian and vegan meals. Great view of the castle too!
A wonderful spot in Leiria. Your taste buds are going to thank you.
One of the best restaurants in Leiria. A must every year during the gothic music festival.
A fusion of Indian (from Goa), Italian and Portuguese cuisine, with a lot of loving innovation by the owners and carefully prepared for you.
A very confy atmosphere, there are even books you may read during your meal.
Get ready to be utterly and definitely pampered.
Excellent vegan options in downtown Leiria. They serve Indian and Portuguese food, they are not a vegan restaurant but know all about vegan food, always have a few vegan options (including the appetizers and their naan) and their dishes are delicious. Very cool location in a fantastic town, worth a visit.
Delicious food, large portions, excellent service and very reasonable for the quality of food. Highly recommended!
Be careful coming here as a tourist as they only accept Portuguese cards. We were not informed about this nor was it displayed. When we pointed out this concern we were also told it was our problem. In relation to the quality of food, below is a picture of the "Indian" bread we received, make your own judgement..
R. Barão Viamonte 43 1 andar, 2400-262 Leiria, Portugal•
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Restaurant
MEETING, a restaurant and events venue in Leiria, offers a delightful atmosphere, delectable cuisine, and an incredibly helpful staff. It is highly recommended for its excellent quality that lasts for a long time. Sharing frames for groups is suggested to enhance the dining experience. Making reservations is made easy through their online booking system or by calling their contact number. Regarded as the best restaurant in town, MEETING serves exquisite and innovative dishes that beautifully blend traditional Portuguese flavors with a modern twist.
Omg! The food was amazing 😻 the Chef is very talented I don’t remember such a great food in my life! Highly recommended! I love it 🥰
Justyna M — Google review
Food was fantastic and the service was impeccable.
Great food, great service and very affordable for the quality!
Amazing food and staff! All meals were delicious, I hope I can visit again.
The best restaurant in Leiria. Food is exquisite and innovative . Portuguese flavours blended with a modern twist . Good wine selection, excellent price. Very business oriented but not too formal. A truly hidden jewel
The restaurant was closed, but one of the staff arranged a snack and drink for us. We had just been to the hospital, so needed a pick me up.
The restaurant is unable to offer a choice of menu for groups. We were given a choice of either turkey or vegetarian for the main course.
There were three entres. Presentation was fine.
The presentation of the main plates needed a lot to be desired. Vegetarian mushrooms were very bland and foating in oil. The potato wedges were soggy and the garnish had wilted.
Only one option for desert chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream on a a few pieces of mango. Brownie was dry, ice cream no flavour and presentation poor.
Cost was €30 including wine or water.
Overall the restaurant might be OK for individual tables where there is a full choice of menu. I would not recommend this restaurant for any group booking due to the lack of choice. Better alternatives available.
Bathroom was visited twice between 8pm and 11.45pm. No toilet paper or hand towels in the men's toilets. These should have been checked.
Excellent food and very friendly staff, definitely recommend!
Av. Bernardo Pimenta, 2430-010 Leiria, Portugal•
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