Templo romano de Évora (Evora’s Roman Temple)
The Roman Temple, over 2000 years old, is the ex-libris monument of Evora and is one of the most important historic ruins in the country.
The Roman temple in Evora was built in the first century, during the time of Caesar Augustus. It was practically destroyed when the Barbarians occupied the Iberian peninsula in the fifth century.
Its original Roman design was only recovered in the 19th century, in one of the first archaeological interventions in Portugal. It is a testimony to the Roman forum of the city of Evora, consecrated to the Imperial cult, and thus clarifies the 17th-century belief that claimed that the temple had been consecrated to the goddess Diana. For this reason it was identified for many years as the Temple of Diana. Recent excavations have shown that it was surrounded by a portico and reflecting pool.
Address: Largo do Conde de Vila Flor, 7000-804 Evora

Sé de Évora (Evora Cathedral)
A fortified gothic church, the Evora Se is the largest cathedral in all Portugal.
When considering the building’s exterior, look up at the asymmetrical towers that stretch up towards the heavens. The North Tower harbours part of the valuable collection belonging to the Museum of Religious Art, including pieces that are both unique and priceless. Also on the cathedral’s exterior, the impressive central cupola, built at the end of the 13th century and extremely rare in Portuguese churches, draws viewers’ attention.
In the interior, the three naves end in a transept, set off by the lovely cupola. At the end, the main chapel is a reconstruction carried out in the Baroque period which replaced the previous apse, removed in 1718. The chapel, which was the work of Ludovici, the architect who worked for king João V and who was also responsible for the Convent of Mafra, is decorated with wide variety of marble, in contrast with the great austerity of the rest of the church.
In the central nave sits the altar to Our Lady of O. Her polychrome stone likeness is counterbalanced by a statue of the Archangel Gabriel, in finished wood, attributed to Olivier de Gand. In the upper chorus there is a highly valuable oak Renaissance pew and an enormous 18th century organ.
Visits can also take in the Gothic cloisters and a trip up to the terrace reveals a lovely view over Evora.
Address: Largo do Marquês de Marialva, 7000-809 Evora
Telephone: +351 266 759 330

Church of Cartuxa
The 16th century Renaissance style Church of Cartuxa had its façade altered in the 17th century, when it incorporated Mannerist elements.
The elegance of the proportions reveals its status as a royally commissioned work. It’s well worth visiting the interior, which includes one of the largest carved wood altarpieces in the country.

Church of Santo Antão
Located in the main square in Evora –the Praça do Giraldo- and forming part of the city's historic centre, the Church of Santo Antão was built in the 16th century following designs by the royal architects Miguel de Arruda, Manuel Pires and Afonso Álvares.
Key features of the Renaissance church’s interior include the "Souls" panel, a painting attributed to Jerónimo Corte Real, a 16th century artist from Evora.

Church of Graça
The Church of Graça was built in the 16th century during the reign of D. João III, following architectural plans by Miguel de Arruda.
A unique monument, of Palladian influence, it features a robust character on its Mannerist façade, including a monumental doorway topped by a double pediment with angels above it. Four robust Atlas-style figures are placed around the four corners, symbolizing the four rivers (which the locals call, with a certain degree of irony, "the children of grace").
Key features of the interior include the Estremoz marble windows in the zone of the high chapel, crafted by the Renaissance sculptor Nicolau de Chanterenne.

Cromlech and Menhir of Almendres
The cromlech of Almendres is composed of 95 stones set in two circles. Some of the stones are decorated with schematic and geometric carvings. A little further away we can see the Menhir, which is about 4 metres high. Recent research has shown that most of the stones are still in their original place and has dated the cromlech from the Neolithic (4.000 B.C.) and Chalcolithic (2500 B.C.)

Convent of Santa Clara in Evora
The Monastery of Santa Clara was founded in 1452 by the Bishop of Evora, D. Vasco Perdigão.
In observance of the rules of St Francis, one of the people who lived in the convent was Princess D. Joana, the daughter of Henrique IV of Castille who was and betrothed to the King of Portugal, D. Afonso V.
Other important features of the interior include the pre and proto-Baroque mural paintings on the church's vaulted ceiling.
The Church currently houses the provisional nucleus of the Evora Museum, whilst the museum is closed for remodelling works.

Aqueduto da Prata (Prata Aqueduct)
The aqueduct of Evora is a Renaissance construction measuring a total of 18 km. The most imposing part, with square turrets and cupolas at intervals, lies between Sao Bento and the city. Designed by Francisco de Arruda in the 16th century, it begins at the foot of the Alto de São Bento and crosses part of the city of Evora.

Chafariz da Praça do Giraldo
Public fountain built in 1571 in white marble with a bronze crown. According to tradition, the eight grotesques correspond to the eight streets which lead to the square. The fountain dates from the sixteenth century, and was built by Afonso Alvares.

Barrocal Cromlech
Cromlech with vestiges of a polygonal chamber and a stone slab cover still found on site. It is located around 200 metres southwest of the Monte do Barrocal hilltop farm.

Dolmen of Zambujeiro in Valverde
This is the biggest dolmen known in the Iberian Peninsula. It has a diameter of 50 metres and it is composed of the chamber, 6 metres high, and a long passage to the exterior. The passage grave is classified as a monument of national interest and archaeological finds from it can be viewed in the Museum of Evora.

Walls of Evora
The Mediaeval walls, also known as the Cerca Nova, contain extensive stretches in a good state of preservation. As for the Roman and Moorish Fortifications, or Cerca Velha, these are early fortifications encompassing the wall of the Praça de Sertório, the walls of the Igreja de Sertório and São Bento, the wall of the Palácio dos Condes de Basto and that of the Passeio do Conde Schomberg, as well as the Towers of the Porta da Moura, Cinco Quinas, Alcárcovas and the Arco de D. Isabel.

Palácio de D. Manuel
The Royal Palace of S. Francisco (also known as the Palace of King Manuel) can be found in the Municipal Gardens that previously served as the orchard of the convent of S. Francisco. Densely wooded with platens, cypresses and mulberry trees, and decorated with colourful flowerbeds, the gardens are completed by an esplanade ideal for taking a pause. The garden is not only perfect for a pleasant stroll, but also presents the opportunity for a visit to the "Ruínas Góticas Fingidas" (Mock Gothic Ruins). Built in 1863 by Italian architect Giuseppe Cinatti, very much in line with the romantic tastes of the time, they are made of materials found in the Palace of the Inquisition, in front of the Se.
In the Royal Palace of S. Francisco, Manuel I is believed to have named Vasco da Gama Commander of the India Squadron. The original building is notable for the Moorish arches in the horseshoe shaped veranda and the twinned windows on the first floor.