Heart of Portugal in 12 Days: Óbidos

I take a Rick Steves tour every year (it’s so much more fun than leading them) — and I know I’ll be staying in hotels that are warm, welcoming, ideally located, and often family-run. Here in Óbidos, Portugal, I opened my window each morning and marveled at our setting — peace and beauty you just can’t park a tour bus in front of. Our tour members understand that you earn that magic. They pack light and are ready to walk a couple of blocks to our awaiting bus.

The tour guide inside me loves departure mornings — I find myself singing the Rawhide theme as our tour groups load up and ride away. Head ‘em up...move ‘em on!

[alexandraferia]

OLÁ, Rick! I'm a huge Portuguese fan of you and your travels. Óbidos is indeed one of our most wonderful places of our country. I hope you and your friends have had enough "ginjinha" to never forget and always remember such a great village! CHEERS!🍷😎

[JenShea]

I love my Rick Steves convertible carryon. Hands Free travel! Obidos is very special 🥰

[NunoRVicente]

Have a nice stay in Coimbra! One of our cultural marks!
It is a pleasure to have you here!

[HeathifyMyLife]

It feels like magic and it is m a g I c 💙👍

[mauriciomoldes]

Hi Rick :) Óbidos is within 5 minutes of my home town. Hope you and the group enjoyed your stay :)

[elizabethlibresshibahara]

Love watching your videos.Only europa!? why not come here in Shimane Ken Japan and discover many amazing spots.wish you'll explore here too!! Keep uploading and gambatte ne!?

[luiscarvalho]

We do really have a beautiful country!! Happy travels, Rick Steves!!! P.S. There's an also beautiful region in Portugal called Alentejo, you should really check it out!! Marvão, Castelo de Vide, Monsaraz... Best regards!

[empigtv]

There is little more annoying than the roar of suitcase wheels rolling down cobblestone streets. Backpacks, people!

[Jglendab]

Not only doesn't it look cute, it also looks relaxing

[MrNigara]

I would like your videos if I could see them without your face so close to the camera. It is a little nauseating. I almost can smell your breath... uff