The 22 best things to do with kids in Fatima

This is one of three above ground churches located at the Fatima plaza - the apparition sight of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The entrance is above ground but the MASSIVE church is actually underground. Also under the plaza is more chapels - two beautiful reflection ponds, maybe even baptismal fonts. The Church of the Most Holy Trinity is situated within the enclosure of the Sanctuary of Fátima, on the opposite side of the Basilica. It was inaugurated in 2007 but had been planned since 1973. In fact since then there had been the need to build a new church because the Basilica wasn’t large enough to accommodate the great number of pilgrims who wanted to attend services within the Sanctuary, on days of average turnout. The Church is a modern, round, white building, the color of the stone that covers it, a local stone known as “white of the sea”. This huge building is 125 m in diameter, with no intermediate support; it has a volume of 130,000 m3 and 8,633 seats and it can be divided into two areas by a moving partition. There are 76 seats for disabled people. Its architect was the Greek Alexandros Tomazis but other important artists contributed to this project. The 8 m high main door, for example, made of bronze and dedicated to Christ was realized by Pedro Calapez, the painted tile panel in the atrium of the Apostles Peter and Paul is by Siza Vieira, and the 34 m high tall bronze cross outside the Church, is by the German artist Robert Schad.

This was a very beautiful moving spiritual experience. We had Mass, prayed the Rosary and had a candlelight procession. It was so awesome and we sang to The Lady of the Rosary (the Blessed Virgin Mary) as we had a candlelight procession on the grounds outside of the Chapel of Apparitions and the Basilica of the Lady of the Rosary of Fatima. I went two nights because it was so beautiful! I highly recommend this experience!

The sanctuary at Fatima is one of the most peaceful and serene sites on the planet. A place of significant pilgrimage for catholics from all over the world. The size and scale of the sanctuary is breathtaking, with the apparition chapel (site of the Marian apparitions) providing a more intimate are for reflection, prayer and Mass. Regardless of religious faith (or none), Fatima is a location that I would recommend.

A beautiful basilica; we hadn't realized upon entering that the remains of the shepherd children are actually interred here. there were headstones and sculptures to either side of the altar. They were clearly marked so it was easy to see them. The basilica itself was very bright and quiet. A nice place to pray. There were lots of small stained glass windows up above that were really beautiful.

This was so much better than I had expected. It's fantastically done and very atmospheric with lights and decorations (one part is even a little scary...) Definitely 5 stars from me.

When I visited Fatima Sanctuary I also went to the Parish Church as I wanted to see were Francisco and Jacinda were baptised, its a lovely simple church with a lovely main alter and side chaplets, also a beautiful baptismal font

This is a wonderful Portuguese restaurant with high quality dishes. Many of the dishes are for two persons so be prepared to share. We recommend the sea bass and monk fish rice and the shrimp with rice. The veal is also very render. The desserts are all amazing but the sheep's milk cheese is fantastic. Great coffee, good wine. It is very difficult to make a reservation as the restaurant has one phone number and they want people to make reservations between 10-noon, so the phone line is constantly busy. At the restaurant people without bookings flood the lobby so the wait staff are constantly telling people that seatings are 12:30 and 14:30 so it is distracting to the service. Meanwhile we had to wait for our order to be taken then again to pay the bill. So it's a great meal if you can get a booking.

Place of history & significance for a Roman Catholic. It makes one understand the simplicity and humble life of the shepherds.

This was a great way to start my trip to Fatima. It reminded me of how amazing the story of the Shepherd children of Fatima is and I also learned a few things! The guide, Sarah, was amazing. So kind, knowledgeable, and passionate. You get to experience was the apparitions were like, understand the depth of doubt and disbelief the children went through, learn the context of what was going on in the world at the time, and virtually experience the miracle of the Sun. I highly recommend visiting!

It's a fabulous experience for Catholics. I highly recommend your visit to this place.

A magical place surrounded by trees and birds singing. The kids loved it. I wanted to stay there and live in one of those beautiful stone houses. An afternoon well spent!

(Translated by Google) Ethnographic and missionary museum with very interesting pieces. (Original) Museu etnográfico e missionário com peças muito interessantes.

Statue.

The food was delicious, however the service was a bit slow. The waitress was really sweet and helpful.

Visiting the Museum of the Sanctuary of Fátima is like stepping into a fascinating blend of history, spirituality, and art. Nestled within the sprawling Sanctuary complex in Fátima, Portugal, the museum offers a deep dive into one of the most captivating religious stories of the 20th century. During our visit, we were guided through the museum with an informative walkthrough, which provided a comprehensive understanding of the history and significance of Fátima. The knowledgeable guides enriched our experience by offering detailed explanations of the exhibits and sharing insights into the events of 1917 and their impact on the Catholic faith. The museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in exploring the rich history of Fátima. It not only offers a chance to learn about the past but also provides a space for reflection and contemplation, making it an essential stop for both pilgrims and tourists alike.

We paid our respects to the Blessed John Paul II when we visited Fatima. It is an imposing statue beside the metal cross.

(Translated by Google) Village-museum, where the houses of the shepherds to whom the Virgin appeared are located. There is no entrance fee. You can go from Fátima on a little train that runs every half hour. It is very well preserved and is very interesting for believers. The businesses are run by relatives of the shepherd boys, obviously very old people. (Original) Pueblo-museo, donde se encuentran las casas de los pastores a los que se les apareció la Virgen. No se paga entrada. Se puede ir desde Fátima en un trenecito que pasa cada media hora. Está muy bien conservado y es muy interesante para los creyentes. Los negocios están regentados por familiares de los pastorcillos, gente ya muy mayor, evidentemente.