Évora
in Alentejo

History, charm and culture converge in this striking Portuguese UNESCO World Heritage Site. Architecture fanatics and history buffs will fall in love with the capital of Alentejo.

how long to go for

a weekend, a long weekend

when to go

april, may, june, september, october

holidays

Freedom Day, Labour Day, Corpus Christi, Portugal Day, Republic Day, Restoration of Portuguese Independence

how to get there

Fly in to Lisbon Airport, rent a car and drive an hour and a half down to Évora.

how to get around

on foot, by bike, by taxi

nice to know

This town is home to one of the oldest cork trees in the world; the ancient "Whistler Tree" produces around 100,000 wine corks per harvest. Now that's what we call a party!

local language

Portuguese

currency

euro

in an emergency

call 112

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Casa na Terra

Monsaraz

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Casa na Terra, which translates to "House on Earth," is an architectural gem. Designed by renowned architect Aires Mateus, it stands as a testament to the integration of modern design and surrounding natural landscapes. Its sleek, minimalist lines seamlessly blend with the earthy tones of the terrain, blurring the boundaries between indoors and outdoors. With an innovative use of local materials and dedication to sustainable practices, Casa na Terra is not only a tranquil retreat but also serves as a beacon of inspiration for environmentally-conscious architecture worldwide.

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Restaurante da Herdade do Esporão

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A beautiful winery & olive oil farm, Herdade do Esporãoa may have just one Michelin star, but we'd posit another is on its way. Rising chef Pedro Pena Bastos knocks it out of the park at this Évora restaurant.

São Lourenço do Barrocal

Monsaraz

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São Lourenço do Barrocal is a beautifully renovated farm house hotel surrounded by meadows and ancient olive groves. It's family-friendly, so it makes for the ideal holiday with kids.

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