Portugal · Monuments

Full-Day Évora Monuments Tour with Chapel of Bones and Cathedral

1 Day Round trip from Praça 1º de Maio 4 Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit famous sights such as the Roman Temple and the Chapel of Bones
02 Explore the Franciscan complex and its Manuelino architectural heritage
03 Walk through Praça do Giraldo, the heart of Évora
04 Admire the Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral of Évora and its cloister
05 Sample local wine and gastronomy

Évora, a museum city and the capital of the Alentejo region, is home to monuments from several periods of Portuguese history. Considered the kingdom's second most important city in the 16th century, it still preserves iconic landmarks such as the Roman Temple, the Cathedral, and the Chapel of Bones. Beyond its monuments, Évora invites you to wander through its charming streets, admire typical handicrafts, and discover traditional sweets and local gastronomy.

Visit the Monastery of São Francisco and the unique Chapel of Bones.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Evora

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Évora Highlights and Historic Monuments

Visit the Monastery of São Francisco and the unique Chapel of Bones.
Explore the Franciscan complex, a remarkable testimony to the architectural evolution from the Romanesque-Gothic period to its height in the so-called Manuelino period, between the end of the 14th century and the beginning of the 15th century.
Walk to Praça do Giraldo, just a few minutes away, which represents the heart of the city.
See the Cathedral, or Sé, a Romanesque-Gothic fortress church of undeniable beauty, especially for its cloister. At the end of the visit, savour lunch and enjoy some free time in the city.

The route