Feeling in the Christmas spirit? Or perhaps you need a little extra nudge to to move from Ho Hum to Ho, Ho, Ho! We’ve got the very festive place for you to visit. Óbidos Vila Natal, a Christmas wonderland in the hilltop walled city, just an hour from Lisbon. Vila Natal 2024 runs from 6 December to 6 January.
Vila Natal is full of surprises for the “kid” in all of us! Inside and outside the castle walls are shops, food stands, exhibitions, activities and shows. Many other surprises are in store in the Christmas Village. Let the kids burn their holiday energy at the many winter-themed activities. There are inflatable houses and games, as well as pedal carts, ice skating rink, magic carousel, a long Alpine ice slide, Christmas labyrinth.
No doubt Santa’s House and Toy Factory will be a highlight. See where Santa’s busy little helpers are preparing and shipping gifts for good little boys and girls. In the Christmas Workshop, kids are transformed into characters with painted faces and styled hair.
For more information, visit the Vila Natal website. Buy tickets online here.
Vila Natal
In and Around the Castle of Òbidos
Óbidos
Óbidos is accessible by car via Highway A8 (Lisbon-Leiria) or A15 (Santarém-Óbidos), as well as IP6 (Peniche-Óbidos). Take the following exits:
■ A8 North – Exit 16 – Gaeiras/Óbidos
■ A8 South – Exit 15 – Óbidos
Schedule:
■ Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays – 11:00 to 21:00
■ Mondays to Thursdays – 11:00 to 20:00
■ Holiday Eves, 24 & 31 December – 11:00 to 18:00
■ Christmas, 25 December & New Year Day, 1 January – Closed
Entrance:
■ Adult over 12 – €10.00
■ Students (12-25) & Seniors (65 and over) – €9.00
■ Children – €8.00
Information & Reservations
■ Telephone: +351 262 959 231
■ E-mail: reservasnatal@cm-obidos.pt
