{"id":21585,"date":"2026-10-31T13:15:19","date_gmt":"2026-10-31T13:15:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/?p=21585"},"modified":"2026-10-31T13:15:19","modified_gmt":"2026-10-31T13:15:19","slug":"free-things-to-do-in-leiria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/free-things-to-do-in-leiria\/","title":{"rendered":"Free things to do in Leiria"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"afr\">\n<div class=\"afr-head\">\n<div class=\"afr-top\">\n<p class=\"afr-crumb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/leiria-blog\/\">Inspiration<\/a><span>&gt;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/leiria-itineraries\/\">Itineraries<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"afr-by\">By the GoLeiria Team<i>\u25cf<\/i>31 October 2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h1 class=\"afr-title\">Climb the castle on a Sunday, follow in E\u00e7a&#8217;s footsteps and stroll along the Lis: free things to do in Leiria<\/h1>\n<hr class=\"afr-rule\" \/>\n<p class=\"afr-dek\">A complete guide to exploring Leiria without spending a cent on tickets: monuments, museums, cultural trails, nature and ideas for the whole family.<\/p>\n<div class=\"afr-share\"><a class=\"afr-s-copy\" href=\"#\">Copy link<\/a><a class=\"afr-s-fb\" href=\"#\">Facebook<\/a><a class=\"afr-s-pin\" href=\"#\">Pinterest<\/a><a class=\"afr-s-x\" href=\"#\">X<\/a><a class=\"afr-s-print\" href=\"#\">Print<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"afr-hero\"><figure id=\"attachment_19641\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19641\" style=\"width: 1300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19641\" src=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2023\/03\/Foto-de-Diogo-Palhais-na-Unsplash-Visitar-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-Local.jpg\" alt=\"Houses in Leiria's historic centre with the castle on the hill above\" width=\"1300\" height=\"864\" srcset=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2023\/03\/Foto-de-Diogo-Palhais-na-Unsplash-Visitar-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-Local.jpg 1300w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2023\/03\/Foto-de-Diogo-Palhais-na-Unsplash-Visitar-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-Local-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2023\/03\/Foto-de-Diogo-Palhais-na-Unsplash-Visitar-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-Local-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2023\/03\/Foto-de-Diogo-Palhais-na-Unsplash-Visitar-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-Local-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2023\/03\/Foto-de-Diogo-Palhais-na-Unsplash-Visitar-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-Local-450x299.jpg 450w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2023\/03\/Foto-de-Diogo-Palhais-na-Unsplash-Visitar-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-Local-1204x800.jpg 1204w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2023\/03\/Foto-de-Diogo-Palhais-na-Unsplash-Visitar-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-Local-272x182.jpg 272w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1300px) 100vw, 1300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19641\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Leiria Castle seen from the historic centre. Photo: Diogo Palhais \/ Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<div class=\"afr-body\">\n<div class=\"afr-toc\">\n<p><strong>In this article<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#castle\">Leiria Castle<\/a> <a href=\"#old-town\">Old town<\/a> <a href=\"#museums\">Museums and cultural trails<\/a> <a href=\"#nature\">Nature and green spaces<\/a> <a href=\"#beaches\">Beaches<\/a> <a href=\"#festivals\">Free festivals<\/a> <a href=\"#city-life\">City life<\/a> <a href=\"#kids\">With kids<\/a> <a href=\"#tips\">Tips<\/a> <a href=\"#getting-there\">Getting there<\/a> <a href=\"#faq\">FAQ<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Discovering <a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/\">Leiria<\/a> doesn&#8217;t have to cost much. Between monuments with free-entry days, free museums, city trails and plenty of green spaces, you can fill a whole day, or more, without buying a single ticket.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide we have gathered the best <strong>free things to do in Leiria<\/strong> all year round, with practical tips to plan your visit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"afr-related\">Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/one-day-itinerary-in-leiria-what-to-see-do-and-eat\/\">One-day itinerary in Leiria: what to see, do and eat<\/a><\/p>\n<ul class=\"afr-meta\">\n<li><strong>Start:<\/strong> Leiria Castle<\/li>\n<li><strong>End:<\/strong> Pra\u00e7a Rodrigues Lobo<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cost:<\/strong> free entry (check each venue&#8217;s conditions)<\/li>\n<li><strong>On foot:<\/strong> the whole historic centre<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"castle\">1. Leiria Castle<\/h2>\n<p>Entry to the castle is not free for everyone, but it is the city&#8217;s top attraction and there are several ways to visit without paying. Founded by King Afonso Henriques in 1135, it offers stunning views from the top of its walls. New structures were added over the centuries, and King Dinis was the monarch who spent the most time within its walls.<\/p>\n<p>Entry is free for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>residents of the municipality, with ID;<\/li>\n<li>children up to 10;<\/li>\n<li>pupils from local schools;<\/li>\n<li>teachers and staff from local schools, on school visits;<\/li>\n<li>students and teachers of the Polytechnic of Leiria, with proof;<\/li>\n<li>people with disabilities;<\/li>\n<li>war veterans and their widows or widowers;<\/li>\n<li>all visitors, on Sundays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Tips for visiting the castle<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>When to go:<\/strong> early in the morning or late in the afternoon, to avoid crowds and enjoy the best light.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Getting up without the climb:<\/strong> there is a free lift to the castle on the north side, on Avenida 25 de Abril, next to the stadium car park.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Photography:<\/strong> don&#8217;t miss the loggia of the Royal Palace, overlooking the city.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21349\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21349\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21349\" src=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Castelo-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria.jpg\" alt=\"Leiria Castle on top of the hill\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Castelo-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria.jpg 750w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Castelo-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Castelo-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria-450x338.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21349\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Leiria Castle, free to visit on Sundays. Photo: GoLeiria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"old-town\">2. A walk through the old town<\/h2>\n<p>After the castle, head down to the historic centre and feel the pulse of the oldest part of the city. Highlights:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bell Tower (Torre Sineira):<\/strong> built in the 18th century in Baroque style over one of the old medieval city gates, in Largo Manuel de Arriaga, right next to the cathedral.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leiria Cathedral (Cathedral of Our Lady of the Conception):<\/strong> from the 16th century, in Mannerist style. The main altar features a depiction of the coronation of the Virgin Mary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21353\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21353\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21353\" src=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Se-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria.jpg\" alt=\"Leiria Cathedral, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Conception\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Se-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria.jpg 750w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Se-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Se-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria-450x338.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21353\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Leiria Cathedral, in the historic centre. Photo: GoLeiria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"afr-card\">\n<p class=\"afr-kicker\">Recommended guided tour<\/p>\n<p class=\"afr-card-t\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/leiria-walking-tour\/\">Leiria walking tour<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"afr-card-p\">The castle, the cathedral and the stories of the old town, told by a local guide.<\/p>\n<p class=\"afr-card-b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/leiria-walking-tour\/\">See the tour \u00b7 from \u20ac50<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"museums\">3. Free museums, art and culture<\/h2>\n<p>The city&#8217;s cultural life keeps growing, with more and more on offer, and much of it is free.<\/p>\n<h3>m|i|mo \u2013 Museum of the Moving Image<\/h3>\n<p>Dedicated to cinema, photography and digital art, m|i|mo is free on Sundays and public holidays.<\/p>\n<h3>Cultural trails around the city<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Jewish Quarter trail:<\/strong> the old Jewish quarter was in the historic centre. Traces remain today, such as the former synagogue, now the Church of Miseric\u00f3rdia.<\/li>\n<li><strong>&#8220;The Crime of Father Amaro&#8221; trail:<\/strong> E\u00e7a de Queir\u00f3s&#8217;s novel comes to life in the streets of Leiria on a 6-stop route. You can download the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visiteleiria.pt\/media\/2019\/02\/CRIME_folheto_150x315mm_v2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trail leaflet<\/a> (in Portuguese).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leiria Music Trail:<\/strong> promoted by Leiria, UNESCO Creative City of Music, it uses QR codes scattered around the city to link to works by Portuguese and international artists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21346\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21346\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21346\" src=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Roteiro-Eca-de-Queiros-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria.jpg\" alt=\"The Crime of Father Amaro trail, by E\u00e7a de Queir\u00f3s, in central Leiria\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Roteiro-Eca-de-Queiros-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria.jpg 750w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Roteiro-Eca-de-Queiros-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Roteiro-Eca-de-Queiros-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Roteiro-Eca-de-Queiros-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria-450x450.jpg 450w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Roteiro-Eca-de-Queiros-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria-375x375.jpg 375w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Roteiro-Eca-de-Queiros-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria-216x216.jpg 216w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21346\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The E\u00e7a de Queir\u00f3s trail through the streets of Leiria. Photo: GoLeiria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Where to find the Music Trail codes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Castle:<\/strong> David Fonseca<\/li>\n<li><strong>m|i|mo:<\/strong> In\u00eas Apenas<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leiria Museum:<\/strong> C\u00e9sar Cardoso<\/li>\n<li><strong>CDIL:<\/strong> Eduardo Cardinho<\/li>\n<li><strong>Municipal Market:<\/strong> First Breath After Coma<\/li>\n<li><strong>Municipal Library:<\/strong> Jo\u00e3o Costa Ferreira<\/li>\n<li><strong>Blackbox:<\/strong> Ensemble Sopros AFCL<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jos\u00e9 L\u00facio da Silva Theatre:<\/strong> Orquestra Jazz de Leiria<\/li>\n<li><strong>Banco das Artes:<\/strong> Pedro Rodrigues<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leiria Municipal Stadium:<\/strong> Surma<\/li>\n<li><strong>Miguel Franco Theatre:<\/strong> Aitor Llimer\u00e1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"nature\">4. Nature, walks and green spaces<\/h2>\n<p>From culture to nature. These places can be enjoyed completely free of charge:<\/p>\n<h3>Lu\u00eds de Cam\u00f5es Garden<\/h3>\n<p>Peaceful and perfect for a break. There are other gardens around the historic centre and along the banks of the Lis river, and the riverside area redeveloped under the Polis programme has several walking routes.<\/p>\n<h3>Vale da Pedra picnic park<\/h3>\n<p>About twenty minutes from Leiria, it has a lake, shade and peace and quiet, plus a picnic area with barbecues.<\/p>\n<h3>Trails and viewpoints<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>walking routes along the Lis river;<\/li>\n<li>viewpoints with panoramic views over the city, on the castle hillside and nearby.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"beaches\">5. Beaches and coast<\/h2>\n<p>Leiria is not on the coast, but there are beaches just a short drive away where you can walk along the sand for free:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>S\u00e3o Pedro de Moel Beach:<\/strong> the sea is often rough, but even on red-flag days you can sunbathe and stroll around the village.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vale Furado Beach:<\/strong> its sandstone cliffs offer impressive views. A great place to relax.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Find more ideas in our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/these-are-the-best-beaches-in-the-district-of-leiria\/\">the best beaches in the Leiria district<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"festivals\">6. Free festivals and cultural events<\/h2>\n<p>Beyond its museums and theatres, Leiria now hosts festivals for every taste throughout the year. Some are free:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A Porta Festival:<\/strong> usually held in early June, with music, workshops and other activities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clap Your Hands Festival:<\/strong> celebrates new Portuguese music and takes place in the first half of the year.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mercado de Sant&#8217;Ana:<\/strong> in Largo C\u00e2ndido dos Reis, a cultural venue hosting exhibitions and events such as the Book Fair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/leiria-cultural-agenda\/\">Leiria cultural agenda<\/a> to see what&#8217;s on during your visit.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"city-life\">7. City life<\/h2>\n<p>Between gardens, viewpoints and cultural spaces, some places define the city and can be enjoyed without spending anything:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pra\u00e7a Rodrigues Lobo:<\/strong> the true heart of Leiria, lively with caf\u00e9s, restaurants and shops.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Largo 5 de Outubro, Pra\u00e7a Goa, Dam\u00e3o e Diu and Rua Direita:<\/strong> essential stops to get to know the city better.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_21351\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21351\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21351\" src=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Fotografia-da-cidade-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria.jpg\" alt=\"View of the city of Leiria\" width=\"500\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Fotografia-da-cidade-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria.jpg 500w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Fotografia-da-cidade-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/goleiria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/103\/2025\/09\/O-que-fazer-Gratuitamente-em-Leiria-Fotografia-da-cidade-de-Leiria-GoLeiria-Guia-Turistico-de-Leiria-450x600.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-21351\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Leiria&#8217;s historic centre, best explored on foot. Photo: GoLeiria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"kids\">8. Free things to do in Leiria with kids<\/h2>\n<p>As well as all the places above, there is one that little ones will love.<\/p>\n<h3>D. Julinha Municipal Agro-Museum<\/h3>\n<p>Free to enter, the Agro-Museum preserves the collective memory of rural life and offers children a different kind of experience. The animals are the main attraction, and the star is Toino the donkey.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Tuesday to Friday, 2 pm to 6 pm. Closed on Mondays.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"tips\">9. Tips for planning your visit<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Check monument and museum opening times:<\/strong> some have free-entry days or hours.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get around on foot or by bike<\/strong>, especially in the historic centre, to avoid extra costs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wear comfortable clothes and shoes<\/strong> for walks and trails.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bring water and a snack<\/strong> for picnics in the parks or on the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use the free car parks<\/strong>, for example next to the Dr. Magalh\u00e3es Pessoa Municipal Stadium, at Olhalvas, by the Municipal Market on the riverside, and at the IPDJ.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"getting-there\">10. How to get to Leiria<\/h2>\n<p>Leiria is almost in the centre of Portugal and easy to reach.<\/p>\n<h3>By car<\/h3>\n<p>From Lisbon, the drive takes about an hour and a half on the motorway. From Porto, about two hours on the A1.<\/p>\n<h3>By bus<\/h3>\n<p>There are direct daily connections from Lisbon and Porto, for example with <a href=\"https:\/\/rede-expressos.pt\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rede Expressos<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>By train<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cp.pt\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CP<\/a> offers several options to reach Leiria by train. If you would rather not worry about the journey, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/transfer-to-leiria\/\">transfer to Leiria<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>Is Leiria Castle free?<\/h3>\n<p>It is free for everyone on Sundays and, on other days, for some groups, such as local residents and children up to 10.<\/p>\n<h3>Which museums in Leiria are free?<\/h3>\n<p>m|i|mo is free on Sundays and public holidays, and the D. Julinha Municipal Agro-Museum is always free. Check opening times before you go.<\/p>\n<h3>Where can I park for free in Leiria?<\/h3>\n<p>Next to the Dr. Magalh\u00e3es Pessoa Municipal Stadium, at Olhalvas, by the Municipal Market and at the IPDJ.<\/p>\n<h3>What can I do with kids in Leiria for free?<\/h3>\n<p>The D. Julinha Agro-Museum, the Lu\u00eds de Cam\u00f5es Garden, the walks along the Lis river and the Vale da Pedra picnic park are all great options.<\/p>\n<h2>More about Leiria<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"afr-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/one-day-itinerary-in-leiria-what-to-see-do-and-eat\/\">One-day itinerary in Leiria<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/these-are-the-best-beaches-in-the-district-of-leiria\/\">The best beaches in the Leiria district<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/tours-in-leiria\/\">Tours in Leiria<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/leiria-cultural-agenda\/\">Leiria cultural agenda<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/goleiria.com\/en\/leiria-itineraries\/\">All Leiria itineraries<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"afr-bio\">This guide was prepared by the GoLeiria team, your local guide to Leiria. Free-entry conditions may change: please check opening times and prices before your visit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Inspiration&gt;Itineraries By the GoLeiria Team\u25cf31 October 2026 Climb the castle on a Sunday, follow in E\u00e7a&#8217;s footsteps and stroll along the Lis: free things to do in Leiria A complete guide to exploring Leiria without spending a cent on tickets: monuments, museums, cultural trails, nature and ideas for the whole family. 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