Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Rio Maior February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Rio Maior Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Maior.dx182248)[Hotels in Rio Maior](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Maior-Hotels.d182248.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Rio Maior](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Rio-Maior.d182248.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Rio Maior Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Rio-Maior.d182248.Car-Hire-Guide)[Rio Maior Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Maior.d182248.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Rio Maior ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Rio Maior Types of activities [Rio Maior travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Maior.dx182248) ![As Salinas Naturais de Rio Maior, também conhecidas como Salinas da Fonte da Bica, estão situadas no sopé da Serra dos Candeeiros, a três quilómetros de Rio Maior, em Portugal. São compartimentos – talhos - feitos de cimento ou de pedra, de tamanho variado e pouco fundos, para onde, por regueiras, é conduzida a água salgada que se tira de um poço. Presentemente, a água é elevada por meio de um motor e distribuída segundo um sistema conjuntamente aceite e respeitado (nem sempre) por todos os proprietários. Os esgoteiros, as eiras e as casas de madeira para armazenagem do sal, completam o conjunto do que é denominado Marinhas de Sal de Rio Maior. Uma mina de sal-gema, muito extensa e profunda, segundo os técnicos, atravessada por uma corrente subterrânea que alimenta um poço, faz com que a água dele extraída seja salgada, sete vezes mais salgada que a do mar. Da sua exposição ao sol e ao vento e consequente evaporação da água obtêm-se o sal, depositado no fundo dos talhos e que depois é colocado em montes, em forma de pirâmides, para secar até ser recolhido. O processo é rudimentar e semelhante ao usado nas salinas da beira-mar. Só há diferença no vale pitoresco que as rodeia, no poço, no estilo próprio dos marinheiros (como são conhecidos os homens que trabalham nas salinas), nas casas de madeira e no ar campestre que se respira.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182248/21123626-9cf2-4c89-8836-653091c8058c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![As Salinas Naturais de Rio Maior, também conhecidas como Salinas da Fonte da Bica, estão situadas no sopé da Serra dos Candeeiros, a três quilómetros de Rio Maior, em Portugal. São compartimentos – talhos - feitos de cimento ou de pedra, de tamanho variado e pouco fundos, para onde, por regueiras, é conduzida a água salgada que se tira de um poço. Presentemente, a água é elevada por meio de um motor e distribuída segundo um sistema conjuntamente aceite e respeitado (nem sempre) por todos os proprietários. Os esgoteiros, as eiras e as casas de madeira para armazenagem do sal, completam o conjunto do que é denominado Marinhas de Sal de Rio Maior. Uma mina de sal-gema, muito extensa e profunda, segundo os técnicos, atravessada por uma corrente subterrânea que alimenta um poço, faz com que a água dele extraída seja salgada, sete vezes mais salgada que a do mar. Da sua exposição ao sol e ao vento e consequente evaporação da água obtêm-se o sal, depositado no fundo dos talhos e que depois é colocado em montes, em forma de pirâmides, para secar até ser recolhido. O processo é rudimentar e semelhante ao usado nas salinas da beira-mar. Só há diferença no vale pitoresco que as rodeia, no poço, no estilo próprio dos marinheiros (como são conhecidos os homens que trabalham nas salinas), nas casas de madeira e no ar campestre que se respira.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182248/21123626-9cf2-4c89-8836-653091c8058c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lisbon District featuring a sunset, modern architecture and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621593726039/b89032a3-b6b2-4ce4-b8aa-45a0aa8caba7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Estremadura featuring heritage architecture and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621593726039/38edbe12-a676-4c2b-88a4-27e776df9d7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Salinas de Rio Maior.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182248/c686bc14-3383-4a50-91a7-2060bdbe954f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Rio Maior Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Rio Maior has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Rio Maior, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Rio Maior with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Rio Maior Rio Maior is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Rio Maior, and make it a breeze to explore Rio Maior and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Rio Maior to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Rio Maior, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_182248) ## Recommended things to do in Rio Maior | Number of things to do | 53 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Óbidos Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone](/things-to-do/obidos-walking-tour-with-audioguide-on-your-smartphone.a50716677.activity-details): £7 | | Top 5 things to do | [Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots](/things-to-do/obidos-a-medieval-tale-secrets-spots.a1176961.activity-details)[Best of Nazaré Tour](/things-to-do/from-caldas-da-rainha-nazare-city-tour-with-canyon-chapel.a45758398.activity-details)[Explore Medieval Óbidos with Local Guide](/things-to-do/explore-medieval-obidos-with-local-guide.a49460106.activity-details)[From Lisbon : Tour Óbidos & Nazaré - Medieval Villa and Giant Waves](/things-to-do/from-lisbon-tour-obidos-nazare-medieval-villa-and-giant-waves.a51275541.activity-details)[Alcobaça Monastery: Private Tour](/things-to-do/alcobaca-monastery-guided-tour.a47918509.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots](/things-to-do/obidos-a-medieval-tale-secrets-spots.a1176961.activity-details)[Best of Nazaré Tour](/things-to-do/from-caldas-da-rainha-nazare-city-tour-with-canyon-chapel.a45758398.activity-details)[Explore Medieval Óbidos with Local Guide](/things-to-do/explore-medieval-obidos-with-local-guide.a49460106.activity-details)[Alcobaça Monastery: Private Tour](/things-to-do/alcobaca-monastery-guided-tour.a47918509.activity-details)[Óbidos Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone](/things-to-do/obidos-walking-tour-with-audioguide-on-your-smartphone.a50716677.activity-details) | | With kids | [Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots](/things-to-do/obidos-a-medieval-tale-secrets-spots.a1176961.activity-details)[Explore Medieval Óbidos with Local Guide](/things-to-do/explore-medieval-obidos-with-local-guide.a49460106.activity-details)[From Lisbon : Tour Óbidos & Nazaré - Medieval Villa and Giant Waves](/things-to-do/from-lisbon-tour-obidos-nazare-medieval-villa-and-giant-waves.a51275541.activity-details)[Óbidos & Nazaré Private Tour](/things-to-do/nazare-giant-waves-traditions.a44949786.activity-details)[Nazaré Big Waves Lighthouse And Óbidos, Small Group Day Trip](/things-to-do/nazare-big-waves-lighthouse-and-obidos-small-group-day-trip.a51509778.activity-details) | ## What to do in Rio Maior --- ### Popular places to visit ![As Salinas Naturais de Rio Maior, também conhecidas como Salinas da Fonte da Bica, estão situadas no sopé da Serra dos Candeeiros, a três quilómetros de Rio Maior, em Portugal. São compartimentos – talhos - feitos de cimento ou de pedra, de tamanho variado e pouco fundos, para onde, por regueiras, é conduzida a água salgada que se tira de um poço. Presentemente, a água é elevada por meio de um motor e distribuída segundo um sistema conjuntamente aceite e respeitado (nem sempre) por todos os proprietários. Os esgoteiros, as eiras e as casas de madeira para armazenagem do sal, completam o conjunto do que é denominado Marinhas de Sal de Rio Maior. Uma mina de sal-gema, muito extensa e profunda, segundo os técnicos, atravessada por uma corrente subterrânea que alimenta um poço, faz com que a água dele extraída seja salgada, sete vezes mais salgada que a do mar. Da sua exposição ao sol e ao vento e consequente evaporação da água obtêm-se o sal, depositado no fundo dos talhos e que depois é colocado em montes, em forma de pirâmides, para secar até ser recolhido. O processo é rudimentar e semelhante ao usado nas salinas da beira-mar. Só há diferença no vale pitoresco que as rodeia, no poço, no estilo próprio dos marinheiros](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182248/21123626-9cf2-4c89-8836-653091c8058c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio Maior Salt Flats Learn about the local history of Rio Maior when you take a trip to Rio Maior Salt Flats. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Maior-Salt-Flats-Rio-Maior.d553248635975778312.Attraction) #### Rio Maior Municipal Stadium Catch an event at Rio Maior Municipal Stadium during your trip to Rio Maior. Discover the countryside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Maior-Municipal-Stadium-Rio-Maior.d6318850.Attraction) #### Casa Senhorial Find out about the history of Rio Maior with a stop at Casa Senhorial. Discover the countryside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Casa-Senhorial-Rio-Maior.d6318854.Attraction) #### Casa de Cultura de Rio Maior You can browse the exhibits at Casa de Cultura de Rio Maior, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Rio Maior. Discover the countryside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Casa-De-Cultura-De-Rio-Maior-Rio-Maior.d6318852.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Rio Maior !["The Monastery of Santa Maria d'Alcobaça, north of Lisbon, was founded in the 12th century by King Alfonso I. Its size, the purity of its architectural style, the beauty of the materials and the care with which it was built make this a masterpiece of Cistercian Gothic art." UNESCO](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11097/122df989-d542-4040-91f7-025930c9a894.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Alcobaça ![Miradouro de Santa Luzia showing a lake or waterhole and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081641/12cb873e-c7a9-41d5-bd29-2ed35b0c36bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lisbon District ![Ruínas da Capela de Sant'Ana.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975861698/0e3f26da-6033-41dd-b41f-f1cf2bfb5f55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Caldas da Rainha ![Santa Clara Church in the city of Santarem, Portugal. 13th century Mendicant Gothic Architecture.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023760/761dfcb9-9877-4bed-bfe8-789ee042c362.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santarém ![Aerial seascape, of Praia Porto de Mos (Beach and seaside cliff formations along coastline of Lagos city), famous destination in Algarve. South Portugal.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6209399/9119626f-7f5d-42d7-9725-94634a4b3e66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Porto de Mos ![view of rolling hills and vineyards in central Portugal on a typical foggy and misty winter day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6289358/fdacc0f8-1fc5-42c6-be49-6d3ef77da1e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cadaval ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rio Maior worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Rio Maior? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Rio Maior? ### Is three days enough to stay in Rio Maior? ### Is Rio Maior a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Rio Maior with kids? > - [Óbidos: Medieval Tales & Secrets Spots](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/obidos-a-medieval-tale-secrets-spots.a1176961.activity-details) > - [Explore Medieval Óbidos with Local Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-medieval-obidos-with-local-guide.a49460106.activity-details) > - [From Lisbon : Tour Óbidos & Nazaré - Medieval Villa and Giant Waves](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-lisbon-tour-obidos-nazare-medieval-villa-and-giant-waves.a51275541.activity-details) > - [Óbidos & Nazaré Private Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nazare-giant-waves-traditions.a44949786.activity-details) > - [Nazaré Big Waves Lighthouse And Óbidos, Small Group Day Trip](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nazare-big-waves-lighthouse-and-obidos-small-group-day-trip.a51509778.activity-details) ### What to do in Rio Maior for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Rio Maior? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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