The 39 best churches in Evora

Everything about this cathedral exceeded my expectations. The striking architecture, remarkable history, and breathtaking views from the rooftop made the visit unforgettable. Climbing up is well worth it, the panorama over Évora is magnificent. A must-see when exploring the city.

A stunning piece of architecture and one of the highlights of my trip. This is a beautiful site that is well worth visiting and the opportunity to climb to the roof provides breathtaking views of the city. There is a small museum included in your entry ticket and this is a fantastic site that you can spend lots of time at and not get bored.

If you visit the town of Era, Portugal, I recommend you visit the cathedral there for several reasons. First of all, we have seen many, many cathedrals in our travels, but this one is special. To be honest, my favorite part was walking around the roof of the cathedral, a unique experience! And of course, the altar and nave were beautiful, as you can see in the photos. Also amazing is that construction was started in the year 1280, still standing and in good condition.

Évora is a stunning town, and at its heart stands the magnificent Cathedral of Évora, perched on a hilltop like a crown jewel. The town itself feels like stepping back in time narrow cobbled streets, ancient walls, and a peaceful, almost magical medieval atmosphere that wraps around you the moment you arrive. The cathedral is an awe-inspiring structure, both inside and out. Its Gothic architecture is beautifully preserved, and climbing to the roof rewards you with sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. From every angle, it’s easy to see how this cathedral became the focal point of such a historic town. It’s hard not to like all of it. The quiet charm, the rich history, and the way everything centers so naturally around the cathedral make Évora an unforgettable place to visit. Highly recommended for lovers of history, architecture, or anyone looking for a peaceful escape into Portugal’s past.

The cathedral offers stunning vistas of Evora and the plains of the Alentejo. The best views are on the rooftop accesible via the towers. We recommend visiting in the late afternoon (4PM or later) This way you can catch the golden hues of sun entering the cathedral and shining upon the high choir. Please honor the reverence of this space with silence. Photography allowed in all area except the treasure room with sacred relics.

Stunning cathedral with amazing views from the rooftop! Évora Cathedral is one of the most impressive monuments in the city — a mix of Romanesque and Gothic styles. Climb to the top for a beautiful panoramic view of Évora and the Alentejo region. Peaceful, historic, and absolutely worth a visit!

Absolutely gorgeous. Visited at a quite Sunday. Only a few people there and really enjoyed the whole experience. Beautiful architecture, nice view of the town. Really cool experience to walk on the roof. All for four euro entrance fee and kids are free. Strongly recommend it!

A Remarkable Surprise in the Heart of Évora Our visit to the Roman Temple of Évora turned out to be one of the unexpected highlights of our trip. After exploring the site, we sat just south of the temple at a small nearby bar, enjoying a cold beer and a glass of wine in the sunshine a perfect setting to take in the view. The temple itself, with its beautiful surroundings and remarkably well-preserved columns, carries an incredible story. It’s hard to believe it’s still standing after centuries of history and change. The fact that it’s completely free to visit made it feel like even more of a hidden gem. Honestly, it felt like a bit of good luck that we stumbled upon such a special place in such a relaxed and charming way. Absolutely worth a visit if you find yourself in Évora you won’t be disappointed.

A stunning and beautiful piece of history, this is one of the iconic sites that can be found within the city and is one that you need to visit when here. It is really impressive and great to walk around and appreciate.

Beautiful and historic place in the heart of Évora! The Roman Temple — often called the Temple of Diana — is almost 2000 years old and one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in Portugal. Great spot for photos, especially at sunset! You can really feel the history here. Highly recommend visiting

Probably my favourite place to visit in Evora. Iconic stop. Ancient Corinthian columns from the 1st century, right in the historic centre, free to see any time. You must visit it while in Evora

Had more fun driving in the tiny streets of Évora! Temple is great. Easily accessible and free to view/walk up to. No tickets needed - only if you want to go inside the church, and that’s up to you. Awesome to see something like this well preserved and still standing.

This seemed a little out of place walking through town to stumble across, but it was magnificent to see. We were fortunate enough to walk by at night with it all illuminated, very impressive! These are the interesting things you can find when travelling through old towns in Europe, makes it very unique.

Really cool temple that's survived over two millennia, definitely a must see if you're in Evora.

During our stop over in Évora, we explored the city center because it was walking distance from our hotel. We visited the church and it was a great experience. The architecture was indeed beautiful. It is free to visit this church.

This beautiful small church is attached to the chapel of bones. The outside the beautiful and so is the inside. It's a great stop as your're exploring the surrounding area and the best part is, it's free. It's not very busy and depending on when you get there, you could be the only one in the church

A church with a stunning indoor design!! The azulejos on the walls, the black and white stones through the roof, and the characteristic structure of the roof lines. It was totally worthy to visit and no entrance fee was needed. Unlike some churches in Evora, it was open on Sunday. I definitely recommend to visit.

I am always amazed at the architecture. Definitely worth checking out as it is next door to Chapel of Bones. Lots to look at and admire.

Such a beautiful place to visit. All the work that went into this place is breathtaking. A must see

A really nice church with some stunning details inside. This is a nice spot to visit when in the area.

This is a beautiful church, with lots to see. Perhaps most well known is the Chapel of Bones, but ironically, it was the place where my family and I spent the least amount of time. It's fascinating, but only a single room. So in some ways, it was a bit disappointing. However, upstairs there is a huge collection of nativity scenes from all around the world. There are hundreds of them, and it was absolutely amazing to see the different styles and interpretations of nativity scenes from different cultures. I eventually got tired, but my daughter would have easily spent hours looking at them all. I had to shuffle her along. There is also a very small museum with paintings and other artifacts to view. This is a great place to spend an afternoon. I came wanting to see the Chapel of Bones, not knowing any of the other things that were here, but I enjoyed everything else immensely. The church itself is free to visit, while entering the Chapel of Bones requires the purchase of a ticket, which also includes seeing the nativity scenes and the museum. It's very reasonably priced and well worth it.

A fascinating and eerie place in the heart of Évora! The Chapel of Bones is covered with thousands of real human bones and skulls — built by monks in the 16th century to remind people that life is short. It’s both spooky and beautiful at the same time. Definitely a must-see when visiting

The chapel lined with bones is a truly unique experience that makes you reflect on the transience of everything. So many lives lived, so many stories that will never be told... The nativity museum is really interesting too, especially seeing how it was interpreted by different cultures. Would definitely recommend a visit!

I think it's a bit expensive for what it is. It's small, but really a unique chapel. The chapel is super crowded. Wasn't really interested in the Nativity Scene museum; the Chapel is what's up. I had Black Sabbath playing in my ear buds which was perfect so if you're a fan of metal or goth, this is for you.

Very interesting ossuary. I paid in cash based on what is in other reviews to avoid frustration. 6 euro entry seemed a little much considering how small it is, but it's a tourist attraction so. The use of the bones is very interesting and used in nice patterns.

Small chapel with all the walls covered with human bones, skulls and different parts. There is also a mummy. There is also a small part upstairs with a balcony for some views. While it is indeed impressive and something unique, in my opinion it is overpriced (6€ for 20-min visit) for the tiny room where the bones are. Everything else just feels like a filler.

Spooky? It’s a place to visit, if you’re in town. The history behind and its fast visit not boring, and you can see also Nativity scenes from all around the world showcasing different art styles which were lovely to see.

This is a great place to see. It's not very big. Maybe take a few minutes there but you can stay as long as you want. Along with visiting the chapel, there is also 2 floor level to visit including a balcony that you can look out on the small square center. If you park in the square, parking fee is required with a max of 4 hrs. If you park outside the square, no fee for parking. After visiting the chapel, the church is connected right beside it. You can visit, no cost. Not much in Evora to do, however you can make it a day trip just by walking around and exploring. Lots of unique streets to explore. Restaurants are great and lots of places to buy souvenirs

This is a must visit in Évora. Can be easily missed but it is totally worth it. The old areas, rooms, corridors and the intersecting history are amazing. It is a hidden gem and I strongly recommend having a guide to get the most of your visit. Allow at least 30 mins to explore.

If it were just another palace or convent I would rate it a 4 star but being an university it's a 5 star in tradition, atmosphere and magnificent panels of storied tiles, as they are called (depicting scenes of common or historical events). The main yard is outstanding.

The azulejos tiles are spectacular. The whole place is a work of art. It's definitely worth the small price of admission. Make sure to allow enough time to absorb it all before they close at 5:00 p.m.

Nice and traditional buildings. The tiles are beautiful and found almost everywhere.

We were scammed, had to pay 3 euros per person to enter the building, and then it turned out all the classrooms were occupied by courses or exams, so we couldn't see anything... Felt awkward walking around, as if we were not supposed to be there. No guidance at all.

i am a student who wants to visit the university and I was being asked for 3 euros and the person was laughing at me with her colleagues when I was still in front of the door Isn’t it stupid ? And unfriendly!

I went on Saturday, so no classes, but most classrooms we're open. The library was open too, it is not easy to find. It is upstairs. The university was recommended as a highlight by a guide.

It was okay. Nice to see it and walk in to main area. See houses and street built in between. Arch gets smarter n smarter as u go up n up

During a quick evening walk, we stopped by the Água de Prata Aqueduct, and it was truly an impressive sight. Unlike many famous aqueducts, this one wasn’t built by the Romans but dates back to medieval times around the 1530’s if I’m not mistaken. It’s a remarkable piece of engineering that still stands proudly, stretching across the landscape with a quiet elegance. While it doesn’t appear to be lit up at night (which is a bit of a shame), it’s absolutely worth walking past, especially to appreciate its scale and historical significance. Even with just a short visit, it left a strong impression simple, grand, and a wonderful reminder of human ingenuity.

Fine looking aqueduct nothing really special compared to other examples through Europe. More impressive things to see in the town but it is a quick stop right outside the walls and you probably have to drive under it anyway to get to the rest of town. The way houses built into the arches inside the wall is a little cool

It is a really old aqueduct, built back in the 16th century, over 480 years ago! The aqueduct brought water to the city from springs about 18 kilometers away. Part of this structure runs underground, and part is visible as large stone arches, between which houses and shops were later built. This place is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it is one of the most famous attractions in Évora. If you come to Portugal, you should definitely visit this amazing historical place! 💧🇵🇹

This is a very cool structure running through the town. It's hundreds of years old and as it runs right through the centre of town, it has been incorporated into many of the houses and shops, rather than it being torn down. Definitely an amazing site to take in as you explore the town.

These aqueducts are an iconic piece of history and scenery for Evora and they are a fantastic site to visit. They provide a stunning piece of history and photographic opportunities.

Ancient Roman aqueduct in Evora that short walk from the Roman temple ruins. Say 10 mins walk. No need to buy tickets. Quite unique to see as it was built into the houses and residential areas. Worthy a visit. Cobble stones pavement areas. Be careful as you walk.

I tried to go inside to pray and the young guy told me that I need to pay to go inside, it’s a “private” church.” We need to pay just to pray in a house of the God?? His attitude seems very childish and unprofessional. To pray, asking people to pay?? That’s absurd and he was very rude and unfriendly.

For the small entrance fee the beautifully preserved church is worth a visit.

Pretty church with some nice azulejos (blue tiles) inside. The price seems at little steep compared to other churches in Evora and Portugal in general.

The most beautiful little church. The azulejos and the overall proportion are just gorgeous!

The church inside with its excellent azulejos is beautiful, but you have to pay for a very expensive ticket combined with rather uniteresting palace. Not worth it

Impressive old church. Reccomend

Really interesting with the azulejos inside of the church. Also the outside door is outstanding.

A cute small square in Evora. It felt like the main square in town. Many places to eat or drink something. I would recommend to drink around the Square, yet pricing of the restaurants nearby did not seem fair, honestly. You can enjoy the square, visit the church, and continue your way to the famous Cathedral.

We stopped by Praça do Giraldo in Évora on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The square was bathed in full sunshine, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that made us want to linger. Tables and chairs were scattered around the square, so we grabbed a small drink and just sat back to take it all in the historic surroundings, the gentle buzz of people passing through, and the elegant Geraldo Fountain right at the center. It’s a great place to pause and enjoy the rhythm of the town. Highly recommended for a leisurely stop, whether you’re sightseeing or just looking to soak up the local atmosphere in a beautiful setting. A lovely moment in Évora.

A nice fountain in a lively square, the fountain does not always have water in it but it is still a nice site to see when in the area.

Beautiful plaza where you can sit down and eat some brunch.

So much better - cleaner - now that the public don't feed the pigeons (but you can see them on the rooftops).

Very nice town for photography. Especially the weather is quite nice and sunshine is beautiful on Sep.

Beautiful square with wonderful tile work. Lots of wonderful people watching. Have a meal here and enjoy being a moment in time in such an historical place.

Loved it here. It was definitely worth the drive on the rough road to get here. Loved the energy. Such a cool space that many wouldn’t enjoy but big energy space and a lot of history.

We visited this site: the walk is quite long since it’s best to leave the car at a distance. The road to get there is in very poor condition, so you really need to drive slowly to avoid damaging the car. The archaeological site itself is nice – there’s nothing around it, but it’s still an interesting place to visit.

From the top car park its only a short walk. A much much longer walk from the other lay by area. Easy to misunderstand which one your going to look at due to the poor information. The stones themselves definitely need more information to tell the story behind it. The road up on small dirt bikes was excellent fun but cars need to take it steady.

Great piece of history! The drive is tricky though. You will need a decent car there are a lot of potholes! Worth the visit though!

Stones from 5,000 B.C. It's a climb up a very narrow bumpy road from the interpretive center, biking it was probably easier than driving. The stones are amazing and there are views across the plains all the way to Evora in the distance.

You can access to this mystic place by car , of course the road is not a good one but with cautious driving you will get there. I call it a Portuguese Stonehenge , I believe it is worth a visit . There’s free parking lot and lots of cork fields .

Road washed out, so is closed off further back from the usual car park. The extra walk thru cork forests into the stones puts you in the right frame of mind though. Beautiful site. So many stones. Worth the walk and rough dirt road.

The church is cool but the palace is pretty sparse, if they sold separate tickets it would be nice but as is, I don’t think it’s worth the price of admission.

Palácio dos Duques de Cadaval Type: palace, museum Price: 6 EUR (palace + Igreja de São João Evangelista) Time spent: 40 min WC: available Path for disabled: not available for the Palace Parking: available, small Bike parking: not available Entrance: follow the picture - enter from the main street, turn right and go upstairs, go to the location of a restaurant, but on the 2nd floor, turn left Currently there is a modern art exhibition in the museum. There you can understand how good your children's paintings are.

The church is pretty, the palace itself is just an old house with a repository of old stuff. The walls and ceiling could use a much needed lift and humidity is taking its toll.

A nice area to visit and explore when in the city, lots of the main sites of the area can be found here and it is worth spending some time around here.

Came it was closed. Launch break? Ok. Schedule not updated :-( also no sigh of entrance 🤷‍♀️if you come using google maps door are closed No I DID NOT JUST COMPLAINT!!! I CAME THERE WHERE NO SIGHNS. I ASKED AT THE RESTORANT WE WATED. WENT TO THE TOWN CAME BACK EVERYTHING WAS CLOSED OH YES THE CHURCH WAS CLOSED TOO. I WOULD NEVER JUST COMPLAINT

Never did find the entrance to the palace. Lots of people wandering around looking for it. Signage is non-existent. I think its closed between 1 and 2 for lunch, like the church.

BEAUTIFUL CHURCH/CHAPEL, THE HOUSE/PALACE HAS A NICE COURTYARD AND SOME LOVELY ROOMS. WORTH A LOOK AROUND.

We only saw the exterior of this church. It is actually very pretty albeit a bit abandoned. The church was closed. Apparently the keys lies with some volunteers who only show up when they feel like it.

A nice piece of architecture that you can walk past. It was not possible to get close to the building when I visited but it can be appreciated from afar.

Very interesting external facade with unique statues and bell tower. Although the interior is very bland.

The Igreja da Graça in Évora is truly unique for its striking and highly influential Mannerist facade, considered one of the earliest and most significant examples of this architectural style in Portugal. Its most distinctive elements are the four large, robust "Atlantes" or "Giants" supporting the upper corners of the main facade, giving the church a monumental and slightly idiosyncratic appearance that sets it apart from other churches of its time. This architectural boldness and decorative originality reflect the new artistic currents of the 16th century. Furthermore, its connection to the Augustinian order and its history as a former convent add another layer to its historical significance. The blend of classical elements with an inventive, almost playful, approach to scale and form makes the Igreja da Graça an unforgettable and crucial landmark in the study of Portuguese Renaissance and Mannerist architecture

We only saw the outside, but it is very picturesque and worth seeing, it is easy to overlook with all of the other sights in Evora.

A beautiful old church close to the Bones Chapel!

Excellent

I spent a few minutes in this public garden of Evora. The garden is big and clean. It has few benches to enjoy the sun. It will be a great place to do a picnic.

Definitely a great place to visit while in Évora. Really nice spot to relax in the city. Lots of shade, quiet paths, and even peacocks wandering around which is pretty cool. Close to the main sights, so it’s an easy stop while exploring Évora.

A stunning garden with a great scenic walk around it. This is a great space to enjoy the outdoors and there is a lot of very interesting wildlife to be found throughout.

Great park, very spacious. Interesting buildings, ponds, statues, benches and a kiosk with seating. Nice for spending a relaxed afternoon. Was going through some renovations and upgrades when I visited, but still great.

While on vacation, we visited this region and were was amazed. This sprawling garden immerses you in history and nature. The people were very helpful and friendly. Also a short walk to other sites, shops, and restaurants.

The Public Garden is a place I will definitely recommend you to visit. There is nothing better than watching the peacocks running and walking next to you.It's very quiet and clean place that you can sit and relax while drinking your coffee.

Lovely public park in the Romantic style. Lots to see and great places to take photos or just sit and enjoy the environment.

It is a very beautiful church and located in the main square of the town. Yet, if you would like to go in just to visit and take some pictures, you need to be more mindful about the visiting hours. On Sundays, it is either celebration inside or the church is closed for a few hours. Due to the timing, I couldn’t take so much picture of the inside even though I went through.

Multi language of description- really helps tourists to learn the rich culture behind the art. I hope every church follows Santo Antao Church’s lead.

The Church of Santo Antão or Igreja Paroquial de Santo Antão is located in the famous Praça do Giraldo. This is undoubtedly another of the city's many magnificent religious monuments. And one of the most visited by tourists in Évora. The commissioner of the Church of Santo Antão was Cardinal D. Henrique, Archbishop of Évora. He ordered it to be built on the site of the medieval Chapel of Santo Antoninho. To enable its construction, the Roman Triumphal Arch was demolished. Its construction dates back to the beginning of 1557. It is an example of the late Renaissance period and has the characteristics of the so-called hall churches of the time. Its interior is a single hall. The Church of Santo Antão suffered some setbacks early on. It was shaken by a strong earthquake in 1568, which led to work being carried out in 1570 to consolidate the columns and vaults. The interior of the Church of Santo Antão consists of three vaulted naves with granite columns, five sections and three chapels behind the high altar. The five sections of the naves are marked by impressive Ionic columns, which give the whole space great grandeur.

Unfortunately, I had a very unpleasant experience at the Church of Santo Antão. The staff (or clergy) were extremely rude, which completely overshadowed the visit. No matter how beautiful the place is, kindness and respect matter, especially in a religious setting. I would not return and do not recommend it.

A stunning church in a really lively part of the city, this is a great place for drinks and food while also experiencing some of the stunning sites the city has to offer.

This striking white Renaissance church sits at the North end of the Praca do Giraldo. It has a beautiful marble fountain in front of it that is made from one piece of marble.

Right in Giraldo Square, this church is well worth a visit or attending a service. It's a medium size church that is nice on the outside and gorgeous on the inside. Well worth a stop in!

Great place to go and see

(Translated by Google) It is not well preserved, the ceiling is black from the candles that were used in the past and the paintings and precious tiles have been lost. The best thing is the woman who explains it to you. (Original) No es bien conservado, el techo es negro de las velas que se usaban antiguamente y se han perdido las pinturas, los azulejos preciosos. Lo mejor es la mujer que te lo explica.

(Translated by Google) The convent maintains some original frescoes and tiles. It is not completely restored, which makes it more authentic and special. There, we meet what is probably the best person in the world. This is Pilar, she explained to us with enthusiasm and passion everything about the convent and the association she works with. He welcomed us so well that I felt like I didn't thank him enough for the treatment we received. The world should be governed by people like Pilar. It conveyed peace, kindness and empathy. I hope this message reaches Pilar, please, someone send it to her. He spoke perfect Spanish. A hug (Original) El convento mantiene algunos frescos y azulejos originales. No está restaurado del todo, lo que lo hace más auténtico y especial. Allí, nos encontramos con la que es, probablemente, la mejor persona del mundo. Se trata de Pilar, nos explicó con entusiasmo y pasión todo sobre el convento y la asociación con la que trabaja. Nos acogió tan bien, que sentí que no le agradecí suficiente el trato recibido. El mundo debería estar gobernado por gente como Pilar. Transmitía paz, bondad y empatía. Ojalá le llegue este mensaje a Pilar, por favor, que alguien se lo haga llegar. Hablaba perfecto castellano. Un abrazo

(Translated by Google) Very friendly and attentive, the two ladies who serve (Original) Muito simpática e atenciosa, as duas senhoras que atendem

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful exterior monument but we were not able to visit it (Original) Très beau monument extérieur mais nous n'avons pu le visiter

(Translated by Google) The building is in urgent need of restoration. (Original) O edifício precisa de restauro urgentemente.

(Translated by Google) 📌 Graça do Divor, Évora📝 It is located on a small hill, outside the urban area of ​​the village of Graça do Divor, more specifically in the Herdade da Água da Prata, which has belonged to the Sé de Évora since medieval times. Hence, this temple was built on these same lands. - in Visiting Portugal. 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗱𝗲: Although the date of its foundation is unknown, it is known that it did not yet exist when the aqueduct was built, which took place in the 16th century. It is believed that, based on its similarities with the Church of São Mamede in Évora, it was the architect Diogo de Torralva. Instagram: @descobrir.portugal An old church but in good condition (I only visited the outside)! (Original) 📌 Graça do Divor, Évora📝 Está situada num pequeno monte, fora da zona urbana da aldeia da Graça do Divor, mais concretamente na Herdade da Água da Prata que, desde a época medieval, pertence à Sé de Évora. Daí que este templo foi edificado nestes mesmos terrenos. - in Visitar Portugal. 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗱𝗲: Desconhecendo-se a data da fundação, sabe-se que ainda não existia aquando da edificação do aqueduto, que decorreu no século XVI. Acredita-se que, segundo as semelhanças com a Igreja de São Mamede de Évora, tivesse sido o arquiteto Diogo de Torralva. Instagram: @descobrir.portugal Igreja antiga mas em bom estado de conservação (só visitei no exterior)!

(Translated by Google) Unfortunately closed and with no opening hours indicated. It is worth a visit for the landscape and exterior view. (Original) Lamentavelmente fechada e sem indicação de horário de abertura. Vale a visita pela paisagem e vista exterior.

(Translated by Google) Very old but very beautiful church (Original) Igreja muito antiga mas muito bonita

(Translated by Google) I love this church. Family church. (Original) Adoro esta igreja. Igreja familiar.

Tourist Nepp Food is far below average - yet it seems that mainly American guests are more impressed by the Ambiente (which indeed is really superb) than by the quality of the food. We complaint about the food quality yet not really any reaction by the waiter. Looking at others people plate food quality also liked far below average. Net not recommended for nice dinner. If you want to enjoy the Ambiente only, then recommended

I found the experience to be overall disappointing. The service was slow, slower than the usual "enjoy the meal, be in the moment" flow of other Portuguese restaurants. The menu did not include details. One of my parties was vegetarian and ordered the gazpacho. There was no indication of meat, just wheat. It came out with meat on it. The curry was sweet, no spice and the seitan was underwhelming. My tagliatelle was overcooked and very average, at best. Another one of the parties had codfish and enjoyed it. Big surprise! It took an hour and a half to receive mediocre food. It was not busy enough to warrant such slow service. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone I care about. Only people I mildly disdain.

We stayed at the hotel and we tried the restaurant for the night. Really good meal staff are really nice well organised. The waiter who has served us a few times has really been amazing. The food was brilliant. Meat was spot on. Little bit expensive, but I'm guessing because it is part of the hotel. Wish you all the best.

(Translated by Google) Bad food, no quality and no presentation. Very bad for the expectations created by the name Pestana. The lamp above our table had spider webs all the way to the object above the decorative table.🤔 (Original) Má comida, sem qualidade e sem apresentação. Muito mau para as espectativas criadas pelo nome Pestana. O candeeiro por cima da nossa mesa tinha teia de aranha até ao objecto por cima da mesa de adorno.🤔

(Translated by Google) Spectacular place, with great service and good food! I recommend it as a mandatory stop for anyone coming to this beautiful city! (Original) Sítio espetacular, com um otimo atendimento e boa comida ! Recomendo como paragem obrigatória a quem vem a esta linda cidade!

Very well preserved medieval castle and walls, with a nice view of Vila Viçosa. Inside the walls you'll find nice green area to walk, old cemetery and church, a castle open for visiting. Here was the home of one of the most influential portuguese families. Definitely worth a visit a visit if you're in the region.

Beautiful castelo with resourceful museum, cozy small town with good restaurants. There is an interesting palace too and all are very nearby to Spanish border.

Nice castle in the village. Very original

Small (but nice) castle with a museums and a great view of the village in the end. No photos allowed inside. The visit is not guided or in a group.

Picturesque inside walls village. Needs better care from municipality, preserving the walls, gardens and art. Deserves a visit, though. Before eating at Restauração it's even better.

Very well refurbished monument with nice hunting museum and panoramic view over the city of Vila Viçosa

Interesting museum with friendly helpful staff. Ancient roman artifacts are very good but sometimes displayed rather dimly. The hunting weapons collection is superb but not to everyone's taste. The trophy displays not only include some mind-numbling examples of the worst form of the art; but also prove the damage that can be caused by over privileged royal families can do when let loose on African wildlife. If you're in the area well worth the entry fee not just for the collections on display, the excellent view from the ramparts but the fact that in 35 degrees it's deliciously cool within its heavy stone walls ;)

To find a gem such as this museum, located in a small city in the interior of Portugal speaks volumes about what the Portuguese people value. You MUST come. Artifact dating back to 4,000 years before Christ, in pristine condition. Paintings from the Flemish and Dutch schools of art. Artifacts from the Roman occupation. There are Roman ruins outside the museum. If you have a NIF number, the entrance fee is waived. But at 10€, it’s a bargain at half the price.

A small museum that houses one of the greatest works of western art. I had the unique privilege to enjoy the great polyptych in complete silence for a good half hour. The rest of the artworks are interesting especially in presenting the Flemish influence on Portuguese art.

Fascinating museum with a variety of archeological artifacts from 4000 BC, to Roman marbles to paintings from the 18th century. It’s also part of the Free entrance attractions for Portugal residents.

Very cool museum with an audio guide included that was very helpful in telling the stories of the artifacts, sculptures and paintings. The museum is right outside the Roman ruins

Built in 1915, it is one of the most important museums in Portugal with more than 20 thousand objects including paintings, archeological artifacts, tiles, and tombstones of medieval times, etc. It is located in the vicinity of the Roman Temple and the Cathedral and a must-visit in Évora. The most famous collection is the 13 piece panel that shows *the Life of the Virgin* by an unknown artist in the 14th century. A highly recommended museum with a small entrance fee of around 3 €

Amazing museum, full of pieces of Evora’s History. You will Roman tumbs, nice paintings from many Portuguese artists and schools, perfect marble sculptures and archeological findings. Sunday morning is free.

This place was small and quaint and contained lots of artifacts and stones/pieces of ruins from the local area. Entrance fee was only a few Euros, and it took only about 40 minutes to see everything. There’s a cool courtyard with a hanging sculpture.

Entrance to museum and church is 3€. I think the church is beautiful but there are plenty of places to view beautiful tile without having to pay!

Beautiful little church. Organize your walk from one thing to another to walk past this little church and see inside, it's worth it. Beautiful tile work and a lovely respite from busy streets.

€3 for a museum with a small religious collection and a small but beautiful church. The church is more of a holy place for Catholic devouts than for tourists. A serene place for praying.

The outside doesn’t reveal the beautiful gilded and azulejo interior. A lovely little church that has to be seen. In 2022 a small adjacent museum was opened (€2). We were the only visitors and the voluntary guide shared some extra details with us. The azulejo tiles are stunning.

Beautiful church. Best of all, it's free!

Great not to be overlooked ! Wonderful gold and tiles.

Very pretty

In this library you can time travel for free. Down in the archives, you’ll find books from 15th century. Head upstairs, and there are two reading rooms with books from 18th&19th century. No ticket needed, no questions asked! Plus, the librarians are absolutely amazing, super kind and always ready to help.

Great service! The library has some rare books in its collection.

Nice building!

(Translated by Google) Magnificent library, with an ancient collection of such importance (with abundant handwritten documentation) that it places it among the best libraries in Portugal. The library staff is very friendly and always tries to ensure silence, especially when students come to study during exam time. It has a room for younger readers. On the ground floor there is a temporary exhibition hall where exhibitions are usually held throughout the year. (Original) Magnífica biblioteca, con un fondo antiguo de tal importancia (con abundante documentación manuscrita) que la sitúa entre las mejores bibliotecas de Portugal. El personal de la biblioteca es muy amable y siempre procura que reine el silencio, sobre todo cuando los estudiantes acuden a estudiar en época de exámenes. Cuenta con una sala para los lectores más jóvenes. En la planta baja hay una sala de exposiciones temporales en la que se suelen celebrar exposiciones a lo largo de todo el año.

Beautiful library, cool just to go in and see it. Also it’s free.

(Translated by Google) I'm a frequent user of the library (especially the home loan service) and I can only praise the service and immediate availability of the staff—and of Director Zélia Parreira herself—to answer any questions or resolve any issues I may have regarding book borrowing. Thank you to the entire team for their attention. The downside is the lack of accessibility solutions for people with disabilities. (Original) Sou utilizadora muito frequente da biblioteca (sobretudo do serviço de empréstimo domiciliário) e só posso elogiar o atendimento e a disponibilidade imediata dos funcionários - e da própria Diretora Zélia Parreira -, para esclarecer qualquer dúvida ou resolver qualquer assunto que lhes apresente sobre o referido empréstimo de livros. Obrigada a toda a equipa pela atenção. O ponto negativo é a falta de soluções de acessibilidades para pessoas portadoras de deficiência.

(Translated by Google) People and children run down the library stairs to the door, risking falling. The maid has been cleaning the entrance hall; wet floors can cause slipping. Some people wear flip-flops. (Original) As pessoas e crianças descem a correr nas escadas da biblioteca até à porta, correndo o risco de cair. A empregada foi lavar o hall da entrada, piso molhado podem escorregar. Ha pessoas usam chinelos.

Pretty little church, does not look like much from the outside but with some nice azulejos inside. Unfortunately it is easy to overlook with all the other sights in the area.

(Translated by Google) A bit neglected and not open yet. It follows the white and mustard style of the streets. (Original) Un poco descuidada y no estaba abierta. Sigue el estilo blanco y mostaza de las calles.

(Translated by Google) Another one of Évora's hidden gems. It looks simple from the outside, but inside it has beautiful tiles and painted ceilings. (Original) Mais um daqueles tesouro escondidos de Évora. Por fora parece simples mas no seu interior lindos azulejos e tectos pintados

(Translated by Google) This time a church is a little hidden, which gives even more charm to those who find it. Well restored and with incredible architecture. (Original) Desta vez uma igreja um pouco escondida, o que transmite ainda mais encanto a quem a encontra. Bem restaurada e com uma arquitetura incrível

(Translated by Google) A very old church with its characteristic wooden floor. The frescoes on the ceiling are very interesting. It is clear that the church is well looked after and the choir on Sundays, although made up of elderly ladies, sings very well. We were also very well received by the priest. Praise be to God for this beautiful church where my parents were married 62 years ago! (Original) Igreja bastante antiga ainda com o característico soalho em Madeira. Os frescos do tecto são bastante interessantes. Nota-se que o templo é cuidado e o coro ao Domingo, apesar de já se tratarem de senhoras com uma certa idade, cantam muito bem. Fomos também muito bem recebidos pelo Sr. Padre. Louvado Seja Deus por esta bela igreja onde os meus pais casaram há 62 anos!

(Translated by Google) This church, from the time of King Dinis, had a Gothic foundation. Later, in the 16th century, it was remodeled. The polychromatic tiles that cover the walls of the nave and the Chapel of the Confraternity of the Blessed Sacrament are beautiful; they date from the 17th century and were created by Gabriel del Barco. They are also extremely precious works because they use green enamel, which was very rare at the time. The painting on the ceiling dates from 1691. It may have been linked to the workshop of the Évora painter Lourenço Nunes Varela. (Original) Esta igreja, da época de D. Dinis, teve fundação gótica. Mais tarde, no século XVI, foi remodelada. Os azulejos policromáticos que revestem as paredes da nave e da Capela da Confraria do Santíssimo Sacramento são belíssimos; datam do século XVII e são da autoria de Gabriel del Barco. São obras preciosíssimas também por usarem o esmalte verde, raríssimo na época. A pintura do teto é datada de 1691. Talvez ligada à oficina do pintor eborense Lourenço Nunes Varela.

(Translated by Google) Small church on a quiet square not far from a school. (Original) Petite église sur une place calme non loin d'une école.

Smaller, but incredibly beautiful church. Just finished a complete restoration in 2023. Very friendly and informative attendant. Well worth the short walk from the Cathedral.

The Igreja do Espírito Santo in Évora stands out for several unique elements. Most striking is its pioneering "estilo chão" architecture, a stark yet powerful design that set a precedent for Jesuit churches. Inside, the recent restoration of the mural paintings is breathtaking, especially those vividly depicting Saint Ignatius's life—a rare, intimate glimpse into Jesuit history. Beyond its beauty, the church's deep connection to the University of Évora creates an almost palpable sense of centuries of intellectual and spiritual pursuit. It's this fusion of architectural innovation, rare artistic detail, and profound academic heritage that makes it an unforgettable place.

Beautiful church by the university that can be easily missed but that is totally worth it. Small fees, quick visit but amazing structures, paintings, walls, sculptures and glass windows.

Interesting Church of the Holy Spirit, newly opened in late 2023, by the Jesuits.

Church of the holy spirit in 1566.

Lindeee

Beautiful

Beautiful chapel. But the accessible area was limited today.

Well worth the short walk from the city. Chances to see the living quarters of one the previous residents

Worth to see!

The gate was shut, therefore not accessible. Unfortunately no further information.

Top visitation and fantastic history telling.

(Translated by Google) It's not easy to find the entrance. We only have access to the church. But we could call a sister, and so we did. It was incredibly friendly, over 30 minutes of conversation and stories. (Original) Não é fácil achar a entrada. Temos acesso só a igreja. Mas podemos chamar uma irmã e assim fizemos. Foi de uma simpatia extrema, mais de 30m de conversa e histórias.

(Translated by Google) The directions on Google Maps are wrong; they lead to the Cartuxa wine cellar. The church that can be visited at this location is "bare." Picture frames are on the walls, but there are no paintings. There is no information of any kind. (Original) As direcções no Google maps estão erradas mandam para a adega da Cartuxa. A igreja que é possivel visitar, neste local, encontrasse "nua". Molduras dos quadros nas paredes mas sem pinturas. Não existe qualquer tipo de informação.

(Translated by Google) Church of the Convent of Our Lady of Remedies, a Carmelite convent. It is the auditorium of the Regional Conservatory of Évora, but despite being so, it still has all its contents, and has not suffered the same mistake as happened in other churches in the country (having their valuables removed just because they are no longer used for worship). (Original) Igreja do Convento de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios, convento carmelita. É o auditório do Conservatório Regional de Évora, mas, apesar de o ser, ainda conserva todo o seu recheio, não tendo sofrido o mesmo erro como aconteceu noutras igrejas do país (retirarem-lhes os valores só porque estão desafectas ao culto).

(Translated by Google) Here is the museum of megalithism. Today, Saturday, it should have been open at 2:30 p.m. and that was not the case. We called and they didn't answer the phone. (Original) Aquí está el museo del megalitismo. Hoy sábado debería haber estado abierto a las 14:30 y no ha sido así. Hemos llamado y no cogían el tlf.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful church where you can watch a good classical music concert (Original) Igreja muito linda e onde se pode assistir a um bom concerto de música clássica

(Translated by Google) Historic church, shame it is poorly maintained and used. (Original) Igreja histórica, pena que está mal conservada e aproveitada.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful church. Paintings under restoration. (Original) Igreja muito bonita. Quadros em restauro.

(Translated by Google) A good place to pray. (Original) Um bom lugar para rezar.

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I can’t rate the interior of this church, but I’m giving it one star for lack of accessibility. And lack of a posted schedule. Information on this church is hard to find, but we came here on a Wednesday at 2 o’clock and it was closed. And we asked person in the office building next-door and he said this church is never open. He said it’s only open for funerals. So don’t make this the centerpiece of your visit. I was very sorry to miss it.

(Translated by Google) Church closed on Sundays...I don't know if it opens on other days (Original) Igreja fechada ao Domingo...não sei se abre nos outros dias

(Translated by Google) Spectacular church, with high-quality gilded carvings from the 18th century, by master carver João de Almeida Negrão; tiles of the same period, by masters Gabriel del Barco and Oliveira Bernardes. It is shocking that it is always closed. Évora claims to be a World Heritage Site, but its tourist attractions are almost all closed or underused. This church is only open for the dead, for wakes. (Original) Igreja espectacular, com talha dourada de alto nível do século XVIII, do mestre entalhador João de Almeida Negrão; azulejos da mesma altura, dos mestres Gabriel del Barco e Oliveira Bernardes. Chocante que esteja sempre fechada. Diz Évora ser património da humanidade, mas tem os polos turísticos quase todos fechados ou subaproveitados. Esta igreja só abre para os mortos, para velórios.

(Translated by Google) Simply marvellous! Anyone who sees it from the outside would never imagine what is inside! On the outside, the various protruding buttresses that support the south-facing façade stand out. The main façade, facing west, is flanked by two towers (although only one has bells). It has an image of Santiago on the pediment. Under the main marble portal, there is a rectangular window topped by a circular oculus, which are the only sources of light for the interior. The interior is entirely covered in tiles and murals from various periods and has three altars and a chapel (of Santa Ana). The upper choir can also be visited. Access to the interior is via the main portal and the side portal that leads to the chapel of Santa Ana. (Original) Simplesmente maravilhosa! Quem a vê por fora não imagina, de maneira alguma, o que lá vai dentro! No exterior, destacam-se os vários contrafortes salientes que sustentam a fachada virada a sul. A fachada principal, virada a oeste, é ladeada por duas torres (embora apenas uma tenha sinos). Tem, no frontão, uma imagem de Santiago. Sob o portal principal, de mármore, ergue-se uma janela rectangular encimada, por sua vez, por um óculo circular, sendo estas as únicas fontes de luz para o interior. O interior é inteiramente revestido de azulejos e pinturas murais de várias épocas e tem três altares e uma capela (de Santa Ana). O coro-alto também pode ser visitado. O acesso ao interior faz-se pelo portal principal e pelo portal lateral que acede à capela de Santa Ana.

(Translated by Google) We were not able to go in to see it, but of course, given the photos that are posted on the Internet, it is a shame that this site does not have an established schedule for visits because what is seen in them is spectacular, I hope to be able to see it again at another time. (Original) No pudimos entrar a verla, pero desde luego vistas las fotos que están colgadas en Internet es una pena que este sitio no tenga un horario establecido para las visitas porque es espectacular lo que se ve en ellas, espero poder volver a verlo en otro momento.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful church. The interior walls are adorned with tiles and frescoes.... Very curious, admission is free, if you want to photograph it you have to pay €0.50 (Original) Preciosa iglesia. Las paredes ínteriores están adornadas con am azulejos y frescos.... Muy curiosa, la entrada es gratis, si la quieres fotografiar tienes q pagar 0,50€

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful but very run down, in need of urgent restoration. (Original) Muito bonita mas muito degradada ,a precisar de restauro urgente.

It beautiful the architecture, it different for the Catholic church in Évora!

Unusual church architecture like a Disney concoction, only genuine! Opening hours are peculiar so I couldn't get in. I jumped the low fence to enter the grounds and hang out in the peaceful wild abandoned garden. Very pleasant!

Free parking Should open in the morning...

(Translated by Google) The more it smells like candles in a temple, the more devotion there is...the more spirituality of the people you breathe...it is one of those places. Super curious exterior architecture! (Original) Cuanto más huele a vela en un templo más devoción hay...más espiritualidad del pueblo se respira...es uno de esos sitios. Arquitectura exterior super curiosa!

(Translated by Google) We were here on Saturday, the church should normally be open at 3pm, but at 3:30pm the doors were still closed. Too bad (Original) We waren hier op zaterdag, de kerk zou normaal om 15h moeten open zijn, maar om 15h30 nog steeds een gesloten deur. Jammer

(Translated by Google) The church is small, but at Sunday Mass on October 5, 2025, it was practically full, with about 100 lay people. It was the official Mass welcoming the new parish priest, celebrated by the Bishop. The community participated. The chapel has a gilded altar and 16th-century tiled side walls. Halfway down the nave, on the left, there is a wooden staircase leading to the pulpit. It's well worth a visit. (Original) Igreja pequena mas na missa dominical de 5/10/2025 estava praticamente cheia com cerca de 100 leigos. Foi a missa oficial de receção ao novo pároco, celebrada pelo Bispo. Comunidade participante. A Ermida tem o altar com talha dourada e as paredes laterais com azulejos quinhentistas. A meio da nave tem à esquerda uma escada de madeira de acesso ao púlpito Merece uma visita.

(Translated by Google) A church that means a lot to me, as I made my first communion and did a lot of activities here as a scout. It was group 954 of the scout corps. The beauty of this church is enormous. It is worth a visit. (Original) Uma igreja que me diz muito, pois fiz primeira comunhão, e grandes actividades aqui como escuteiro. Era o agrupamento 954 do corpo de escutas. A beleza desta igreja é enorme. Vale a pena a visita.

(Translated by Google) Apparently, it used to be a magnificent complex. But now it is not in very good condition. Google says that there are currently archaeological excavations there. (Original) Видимо, ранее это был величественный комплекс. Но сейчас не в очень хорошем состоянии. Google говорит, что там сейчас идут археологические раскопки.

A really nice church with a beautiful interior. This is a really nice place to visit and hosted a fantastic ceremony.

(Translated by Google) Visiting this church is something extraordinary, like being under the dome, which is the tallest in the city, and entering through the main portal, in Manueline style and of MONUMENTAL size!!!! It's a shame that it's one of the least visited monuments in the city, because it's half hidden among the houses, but it's really worth taking a look here!!! (Original) Visitar esta igreja é algo de extraordinário, como estar sob a cúpula, que é a mais alta da cidade, e entrar pelo portal principal, de estilo manuelino e de tamanho MONUMENTAL!!!! Pena ser um dos monumentos da cidade menos visitados, devido a estar meio escondida entre o casario, vale mesmo a pena dar aqui uma espreitadela!!!

(Translated by Google) Closed....looking abandoned (Original) Fechado....com aspecto de abandono

(Translated by Google) In front of the Fonte das Portas de Moura, a place of worship and religion (Original) Em frente à Fonte das Portas de Moura um local de culto e religioso

(Translated by Google) Phenomenal gilded carvings. The chapel of Our Lady of Mercy preserves the church's oldest altarpiece, designed in the Baroque style in 1690. The altar of the Blessed Sacrament of Our Lady of Mount Carmel (Epistle) is an opulent set of gilded carvings, in the spirit of the Baroque-Rococo transition, from the last period of the reign of John the Baptist, designed and executed around 1760 by the woodcarver and assembler João Luís Botelho from Évora. (Original) Talha dourada fenomenal. A capela de Nossa Senhora da Piedade conserva o mais antigo retábulo da igreja concebido no estilo barroco em 1690. O altar do Santíssimo Sacramento de Nossa Senhora do Carmo (Epístola) é um opulento conjunto de talhas douradas, no espírito de transição barroco-rocócó, do último período joanino, desenhado e executado por volta de 1760 pelo entalhador-ensamblador eborense João Luís Botelho.

(Translated by Google) National monument of excellence. (Original) Monumento nacional de excelência.

(Translated by Google) Poorly maintained and closed. It seems to me that it does not function as a religious activity. A beautiful building. What a shame. (Original) Mal consevada e fechada. Me parece que não funciona como atividade religiosa. Um predio bonito. Que pena

(Translated by Google) Completely abandoned church....sad (Original) Igreja completamente abandonada....triste

(Translated by Google) On the outside, it looks promising... but in practice, it's just another example of those things that, in Portugal, are so good and so beautiful that there's no money to keep them open to the common man, except on special occasions. It is, or was, a military chapel. Could the military have something to do with the restrictions imposed on (lack of) visits? Or is it simply to avoid showing an interior that may be in poor condition? The silence on the Internet about this subject is strange. Things that conveniently fall into oblivion... perhaps... (Original) Por fora, promete... mas, na prática, não passa de mais um exemplo daquelas coisas que, em Portugal, são tão boas e tão belas que nem há verba para as manter visitáveis pelo comum dos mortais, a não se em ocasiões especiais. É, ou foi, capela militar. Terá a tropa alguma coisa a ver com as restrições impostas à (falta de) visitas ? Ou será, apenas, para não mostrar um interior eventualmente em mau estado ? Não deixa de ser estranho o silêncio na Internet acerca do assunto. Coisas que vão, convenientemente, caindo no esquecimento... talvez...

(Translated by Google) The building is beautiful and that's it! Unfortunately, it was closed and unmarked and didn't display any information. How long will the people who run it leave tourists at their mercy? An example of Coimbra, Braga and other places that invest in tourism and identify places. (Original) O edifício é bonito e Só! Infelizmente estava fechada sem identificação e não mostrava quaisquer informações. Até quando as pessoas que administram vão deixar os turistas a mercê? Exemplo de Coimbra, Braga e outros sítios que investem no turismo e identificam os lugares.

(Translated by Google) I've never visited the interior but the exterior makes for some beautiful photos. (Original) Nunca visitei o interior mas o exterior da umas belas fotos.

(Translated by Google) Stork's nest (Original) Storchennest

(Translated by Google) It is sad to see the decline of contemporary Catholic art when compared to masterpieces of the Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque periods. (Original) É triste ver o declínio da arte católica contemporânea, quando comparada com obras-primas do Gótico, do Renascimento e do período Barroco.

(Translated by Google) Church with architecture typical of the Religious Order to which it belongs. A welcoming and very significant space. (Original) Igreja com arquitectura própria da Ordem Religiosa a que pertence. Espaço acolhedor e muito significativo.

(Translated by Google) It is the church I attend, where I am also a catechist in this parish, it is a very beautiful and very welcoming church. (Original) É a igreja que frequento, onde também sou catequista nesta paróquia,é uma igreja muito bonita e muito acolhedora.

(Translated by Google) From the outside, it was a large and somewhat simple church. The church was closed and there was a construction site in front. (Original) Por fora uma igreja grande e de certo modo simples. A igreja estava fechada e havia um canteiro de obras na frente.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful, full of special people. (Original) Linda, repleta de pessoas especiais.

(Translated by Google) Quiet and simple place (Original) Local calmo e simples

(Translated by Google) They took their rabbis and monks as lords other than God and Christ, the son of Mary, and they were commanded only to worship one God. There is no god but Him. Glory be to Him above what they associate with Him. (Original) اتخذوا احبارهم ورهبانهم اربابا من دون الله والمسيح ابن مريم وما امروا الا ليعبدوا الها واحد لا اله الا هو سبحانه عما يشركون

(Translated by Google) Worth a visit (Original) Vale a pena visitar

(Translated by Google) My origins ⛪ (Original) As minhas origens ⛪

(Translated by Google) Beautiful (Original) Bonito