Évora Best Of Tour

$157
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2 hours 30 minutes
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About This Tour

In this private walking tour you will discover the most impressive treasures of this Unesco World Heritage City, awarded in 1986. Visit the main monuments of this extraordinary Museum City, principal representative of the golden age of Portuguese maritime discoveries.

The Évora Best Of Tour is ideal for visitors wishing to get an overview of the major events that marked the city of Évora, which has always been linked to the most significant moments of Portugal history.

Main Attractions

  • Chapel Of Bones
  • Cathedral
  • Church Of São Francisco
  • Roman Temple
  • Typical Crafts

Tour Themes

  • Architecture/Urbanism
  • Arts/Crafts
  • Religious/Spiritual
  • Myths/Legends
  • Art History
Destinations
Activities

Inclusions

    Admission tickets to Chapel of Bones and Cathedral.

  • Entry or admission fee

Exclusions

  • Tip or gratuity
  • Parking fees
  • Food & drinks

Tour Plan

Itinerary

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Meeting Point: Giraldo Square Fountain

This square is the heart of the city of Évora. It is the central place for social gatherings and has been the center of economic, social and political life in this UNESCO World Heritage city since 1986. It is the best starting point for visiting the city. The guide will make the historical framework of the city of Évora in the history of Portugal and in the Universal history. Don't be surprised if you find links between the history of your country and the history of Évora! (20m)

Chapel of Bones

"We, the bones that are here, await yours" are the macabre invitation that receives visitors to this famous monument, unique in the world for it's size and certainly one of the most macabre. It's walls are covered with real human bones that belonged to thousands of people who lived in Évora. Built in the 17th century, it contains many secrets and legends that we will be happy to share with you. Entrance tickets included. (30m)

Cathedral of Évora

The largest Portuguese Gothic cathedral is a mandatory stop on this visit to Évora. Built along the lines of the famous Notre Dame de Paris cathedral, it contains several secret messages and references to previous pagan cults that were not to be expected in a Catholic temple! Includes entrance tickets to visit the cathedral, cloisters and visit to the roof for a memorable panoramic view over the city of Évora. (45m)

Roman Temple of Évora

A monument with 2 millennia of history that represents the ancient power of the Roman empire and is one of the best preserved and oldest temples of the ancient empire. Be surprised by the stories about this monument that is the authentic symbol of this ancient city founded by ... Júlio César! (30m)

Rua 5 de Outubro

This is the traditional commerce street of Évora. Discover some of the treasures of Alentejo handicrafts, such as cork objects, pottery, painted furniture, chocalhos (rattles), painted furniture or Capotes (traditional Alentejo cloaks)! (25m)

End Point: Giraldo Square Fountain

Meeting / Pickup

Meet on location: This experience has no pick-up service, customers have to make their way to our meeting point.

Know Before You Go

  • Stroller / pram accessible
  • Public transportation nearby

Please Note

The guide will wait up to 30 minutes for the client after the scheduled start time of the tour. After this time, if the client does not show up, the tour will end and the guide will leave the site. All customer delays will be deducted from the total tour time. If one or more of the monuments on the tour is closed unexpectedly, we will try to replace it with other monuments of interest if possible.


Who is this activity not suitable for?

Wheelchair users and people with mobility impairments.


What’s not allowed?

Flash photography and pets.

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