Évora

Évora's Absolute Essentials

Évora’s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, showcases layers of history from Roman ruins to Renaissance architecture. This collection features the 1st-century Roman Temple and the 16th-century University of Évora, the country's second oldest. Architectural highlights include the massive medieval Cathedral, the Manueline-style Royal Palace, and the Church of St. Francis, home to the famous Chapel of Bones. Central Giraldo Square and the Renaissance-era Fonte da Porta de Moura anchor the city's urban layout, while the Roman Baths offer a glimpse into ancient settlement life.

Roman Temple of Évora

The Roman Temple of Évora, also referred to as the Templo de Diana is an ancient temple in the Portuguese city of Évora.

Cathedral of Évora

The Cathedral of Évora is a Roman Catholic church in the city of Évora, Portugal.

Igreja de São Francisco

The Church of St. Francis is located in Évora, Portugal. It is best known for its lugubrious Chapel of the Bones.

Giraldo Square

The main square of the town is a busy and beautiful place at the same time. Plenty of things and people to see here.

Royal Palace of Évora

The Royal Palace of Évora, also known as the Royal Palace of São Francisco and the Palace of King Manuel I, is a former royal residence of…

Roman Baths of Évora

A remnant of a time long gone, the remains of this Roman spa is one of the oldest proofs of ancient settlement in Évora.

Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval

This representative manor which belonged to a powerful noble family is one of the greatest historics sights of Evora.

Fonte da Porta de Moura

Renaissance fountain dating to 1556, designed by Diogo de Torralva. It features a distinctive large marble globe resting on a central column, located in one of the city's historic squares.

Arco romano de Dona Isabel

An ancient Roman gateway that formed part of the city's original defensive walls, known as the Cerca Velha. It stands as a remnant of Évora's Roman urban planning.