Alentejo experience

Half Day Monsaraz Tour from Evora by Archaeologists

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$75

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Infants (0–2) Children (3–16) Adults (17–100)

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Duration3 hrs–4 hrs

Tour style Shared · up to 6

Meeting / pickupPickup may be available

LanguagesPortuguese, English

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Overview

The walled village of Monsaraz is located atop a hill overlooking the Guadiana River and the modern Spanish border. Archaeological evidence indicates that the village has been occupied, in some form, since prehistory – understandable given its important location.

Monsaraz boasts historic monuments, traditional homes, restaurants, cafes, and shops selling locally made products. Particularly notable is the Castle of Monsaraz, built by the Portuguese King Dinis in the 14th century.

Join us on this tour to discover the enchanting medieval village and castle of Monsaraz. We’ll start by picking everyone up at the Roman Temple in Évora, then embark on a scenic 55-minute drive to the historic village of Monsaraz.

Your tour guides are professional archaeologists specializing in the history of the region and look forward to showing you this spectacular village.

Solo travellers are encouraged to message us directly regarding availability.

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What's included

Included

Guided tours to each site and free-time as well
Entrance to all monuments visited

Not included

Lunch
Car seats for infants and children (please bring your own)

Itinerary / What to expect

Monsaraz

Monsaraz, Portugal

1 hrs

Join us on this tour to discover the enchanting medieval village and castle of Monsaraz. We’ll start by picking up everyone at the Roman Temple in Évora, then embark on a scenic 55-minute drive to the historic village of Monsaraz. Upon reaching Monsaraz, we’ll embark on a leisurely stroll through the charming village, granting you the chance to capture memorable photos and wander through its narrow lanes. Visits to the interiors of the town's churches, the small Fresco Museum, and the House of Inquisition are not included in the tour due to unreliable operating hours, especially off-season. However, we will give visitors some free-time to explore these on their own should they wish.

Monsaraz Castle and Walls

Largo do Castelo, Monsaraz, 7200-175, Portugal

45 min

Our next stop will be the Monsaraz Castle, where you’ll delve deeper into the history of the village. Afterwards, you’ll have free time to explore at your own pace. As the tour draws to a close, we’ll regroup near the town entrance to relish in the breathtaking views from the village walls.

Meeting point, pickup & return

Start / meeting point

If you choose the Meeting Point option, please proceed to the Roman Temple of Evora and meet in front of the monument. Here you will be greeted by your Tour Guide.

Pickup details

Pickup may be available

Please note that pick-up time will vary according to how many groups are booked on a single tour. If you choose the hotel pick-up option, your pick-up time may be as much as 30 minutes prior to the tour start time. When you have made your booking, please specify the hotel you would like to be picked up from. We will let let you know what time you should be ready in your hotel lobby at least 24 hours prior to the tour. You will be greeted by your Tour Guide outside of your hotel.

Children under the age of 12 or under 1.5 meters in height are required to sit in the back seat of the vehicle in a child car seat or booster that is appropriate to their size. We do not provide car seats, so please remember to bring your own.

Please wear appropriate footwear (sneakers, hiking shoes, or sandals with good traction are suggested).

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Mourasuites Hotel
Vila Gale Evora
Pousada Convento Evora
M'Ar De Ar Aqueduto

Additional pickup locations may also be available.

Return / end point

If you choose the Meeting Point option, please proceed to the Roman Temple of Evora and meet in front of the monument. Here you will be greeted by your Tour Guide.

Tour options

This experience may be offered in different versions. Live availability above shows the options available for your date and traveler mix.