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Essential Free Tour Evora

  • Discover the temples, arches and statues that have survived intact since ancient Roman times.
  • Understand the sculptures and details that make Evora Cathedral unique.
  • Enjoy a fun walk through all the highlights of the walled city with a local guide.
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Latest reviews

26 Reviews
5.00
14/05/24
Tom, United Kingdom
06/03/24
Eliza was very knowledgeable and easy to understand. A wealth of local information. Thanks!
David, Canada
21/02/24
Very informative and friendly guide, thank you.
Barry, United Kingdom

Welcome to the best Free Walking Tour in Evora! This entertaining walk around a UNESCO World Heritage city will take you on an exciting journey to Evora’s past and present. Walking with your charming local guide and a small group of international travelers around the medieval walled town, you will see impressive Roman remains, charming squares lined with palaces, and impressive churches such as the Church of St. Anthony and the noteworthy Evora Cathedral. This massive temple is unique for two reasons: first, it has two very unusual asymmetric towers; second, it is the largest Medieval Cathedral in the whole of Portugal! Standing next to this fortress-like temple, you will soon understand why it attracts thousands of tourists and pilgrims every year.

Evora’s roots date back to the ancient Roman Empire. From the Aqueduct of Silver Water, to the Roman Arch by Dona Isabel, and the awe-inspiring Roman Temple, it’s easy to see that Evora keeps a strong link with its ancient heritage. Along your Free Evora Tour, your guide will offer engaging explanations about the foundation, development and flourishing of Evora in the 16th century, when it was elevated to an ecclesiastical city and became one of the spiritual capitals of the country. In fact, no free tour in Evora would be complete without a stop at the Church of St. Francis. As your guide will explain, this innocent looking temple is world-wide known for its macabre Chapel of the Bones, whose walls are fully covered and decorated with human bones!

Your Free Tour in Evora will also provide many opportunities to witness daily life in the capital of the Alentejo region. Both the Diana Garden and the extensive Public Garden are popular hangout areas where you will see locals chilling out with their families and friends. Giraldo Square is also a wonderful spot to relax, take nice group pictures and enjoy local culture. Additionally, a visit to the innovative Forum Eugenio de Almeida Culture Center, housed in the Old Inquisition Palace, will offer a chance to learn about the stunning transformation of the city throughout the centuries. Along the tour, your guide will also provide interesting information about local gastronomy, music, art and great tips about what to do during your stay in Evora.
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