Évora Alentejo Tour
Discover ancient monuments and local delights, then visit Arraiolos for carpets, wine, olive oil, and more.
Travel back in time to a few centuries ago to the former Roman town of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986, with Roman, Visigoth, Muslim, and Portuguese influence.
In Évora, history crosses paths with you in every corner, in this big puzzle of historical monuments with more than 1000 years old. Your walking tour starts at São Francisco church and the Bones Chapels, one of the must-see places in Évora. Heading next to the medieval heart of the city where the Cathedral (the biggest in Portugal) can be found but also some antique testimonials like the Roman Temple and the Roman baths.
There will also be time for an olive oil tasting, shopping, and eating lunch. You will finish the day in Arraiolos with a visit to the Capital of Portuguese Handmade Carpets, tasting wine, olive oil, and local patties.
Duration: 9 hours