Évora: Flexible Walking Tour in Historic Center
Discover the beauty of Évora - the Museum City - on a captivating walking tour available in English, Portuguese, French, and Spanish. Explore independently with the Walkbox app, a top-rated, intuitive guide offering engaging stories and local insights to help you experience Évora like a local. The app works offline, and remote support from the tour’s curator is available to ensure a smooth experience. Explore over 50 points of interest, including iconic landmarks, churches, museums, picturesque streets and hidden gems that showcase the city’s rich cultural heritage and timeless beauty. Covering a 5 km route, the tour is easy to follow and takes approximately 4 to 6 hours, depending on your pace and the stops you choose to enjoy. Your tour starts at Porta Velha da Lagoa and continue to Rua do Cano, walking alongside the ancient Água de Prata Aqueduct. Your first stop is Praça de Sertório, where you can see the Roman baths hidden inside the Town Hall. Continue to the beautiful Praça do Giraldo, featuring a stunning eight-spout fountain. The walk continues to Rua 5 de Outubro, Évora's main street for crafts and local shops, leading to the monumental area where you can visit the largest Portuguese medieval cathedral, admire the Roman Temple nearby, and explore the Church of Loíos. Wander through the picturesque Colegiais Garden, then head to the university to marvel at the Espírito Santo College. Relax at Páteo de São Miguel, with its terrace offering panoramic views, before visiting Igreja da Graça and the São Francisco Church, home to the unforgettable Bones Chapel. Conclude with a peaceful walk through Évora’s romantic garden and return to Porta Velha da Lagoa along the scenic medieval wall. Begin anytime within 5 days of your booked date, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace. After booking, you'll receive simple, clear instructions to prepare for your tour.