Explore Evora and Alentejo, a timeless destination for culture and cuisine cradled in Portugal’s rural heart. Alentejo is an expansive region where cork oaks, olive groves and vineyards grow, and several historic towns including the colorful Alentejo village, dot the picturesque landscape. The region offers world-class stargazing opportunities at the lakeside Alqueva Dark Sky Reserve and fantastic trails on the Vicentina Walking Route. An assortment of comfort regional fare is best enjoyed along with the region’s delicious wines. Within its medieval Moorish walls, the museum-city of Evora evokes an old world charm with classical buildings, cobbled streets, fountained squares, and an aqueduct. Ruins of a Roman Temple and the Cadaval Palace are highlights amid the mostly Portuguese architecture across town.
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Evora
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Cork Oaks & Vineyards
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Nature & Relaxation
Recommended Portugal Vacations
Places to Stay
Convento do Espinheiro, Historic Hotel & Spa is a former convent from medieval times, converted into a luxury resort just on the outskirts of Évora.
Herdade da Malhadinha Nova Country House & Spa is a charming family-run resort right in the heart of the picturesque wine country of Alentejo.
M’ar de Ar Aqueduto is located in the heart of Évora, close to the UNESCO World Heritage aqueduct. The hotel is housed in a 16th-century palace with a well-preserved chapel, vaulted ceilings and Manueline windows, and has been upgraded with all modern comforts. Check into the Classic Room, which features wooden floors, contemporary furniture and…
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