São João Baptista, Tomar
The Church of St. John the Baptist in Tomar. Photo
Filipe Ribeiro.
Photo
Filipe Ribeiro.
Tower. Photo
Filipe Ribeiro.
Location map and aerial view of São João Baptista. For a larger interactive view, see our Tomar Map.
The Igreja de São João Baptista (Church of St. John the Baptist) in Tomar is a 15th-century church built by King Manuel I. It is worth a quick look inside for its black-and-white diamond mosaics and white-and-gold Baroque altar. One of the chapels on the right side of the nave is faced with antique tiles.
Quick Facts
| Site Information | |
| Names: | São João Baptista; Igreja de São João Baptista; Church of St. John the Baptist |
| Location: | Tomar, Portugal |
| Faith: | Christianity |
| Denomination: | Catholic |
| Dedication: | St. John the Baptist |
| Category: | Churches |
| Architecture: | Manueline |
| Date: | 15th century |
| Status: | active |
| Visitor Information | |
| Address: | Praça da República |
| Coordinates: | 39.603109° N, 8.411708° W (view on Google Maps) |
| Lodging: | View hotels near this location |
| Phone: | 24/932-24-27 |
| Opening hours: | Tues-Sun 10am-7pm |
| Cost: | Free |
Note: This information was accurate when published and we do our best to keep it updated, but details such as opening hours can change without notice. To avoid disappointment, please check with the site directly before making a special trip.
Travel Resources
- Tomar Map - our detailed interactive map of Tomar, plus hand-picked links to more
- Tomar Hotels - check availability, maps, photos and reviews, and book at the guaranteed lowest price
- Tomar Restaurant Reviews - the best places to eat in town
Article Sources
- Frommer's Portugal, 18th edition.
Last updated on April 6, 2009.
