Évora Walking Tour: Small Group Tour with Chapel of Bones Tickets
Description
Discover the historic city of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a small-group tour with an experienced local guide. Explore the main attractions of Évora's historic center, including the Chapel of Bones, a religious temple completely covered in human bones. The entrance of this monument it´s included, with "skip the line" ticket. Visit the Roman Temple and the medieval streets of Évora. Learn about the city's rich history and culture from your guide. Enjoy a fun and interactive experience with a small group of up to 16 people, in english. Main Attractions - Chapel Of Bones - Roman Temple - Giraldo Square - Church of St. Francis - Typical Crafts Tour Themes - Architecture/Urbanism - Arts/Crafts - Religious/Spiritual - Myths/Legends - Art History
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Meeting Point. The Dom Manuel Palace of Évora was one of the centres of the Portuguese Renaissance under King Manuel I. Playwrights such as Gil Vicente and explorers such as Vasco da Gama sought audiences with the king there. It is one of the best starting points for exploring this city, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986. The guide will make the historical framework of the city of Évora in the history of Portugal and in the Universal history. Don't be surprised if you find links between the history of your country and the history of Évora! (20m)
"We, the bones that are here, await yours" are the macabre invitation that receives visitors to this famous monument, unique in the world for it's size and certainly one of the most macabre. It's walls are covered with real human bones that belonged to thousands of people who lived in Évora. Built in the 17th century, it contains many secrets and legends that we will be happy to share with you. Entrance tickets included. (20m)
Évora's central square, with a historical context for the city of Évora in the history of Portugal and world history. This square is the heart of the city of Évora. It is the central place for social gatherings and has been the center of economic, social and political life in this UNESCO World Heritage city since 1986. (20m)
This is the traditional commerce street of Évora. Showcase of the most traditional crafts of the Alentejo, including objects made of cork, pottery, painted furniture, chocalhos (rattles), Capotes (traditional Alentejo cloaks) and other genuine handicrafts from the Alentejo. (20m)
A monument with 2 millennia of history that represents the ancient power of the Roman empire and is one of the best preserved and oldest temples of the ancient empire. Be surprised by the stories about this monument that is the authentic symbol of this ancient city founded by ... Júlio César! (20m)
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(53)
João Matos was our guide for the Évora walking tour that included the Chapel of Bones, and he was simply outstanding. His intellect, humor, and skill at keeping everyone engaged made this the best European tour we’ve ever taken. João didn’t just recite facts—he brought Évora’s history to life with vivid stories, clever jokes, and thoughtful commentary on the city’s architecture, culture, and people. What truly set him apart was his ability to question and involve the group, prompting us to think deeper and stay fully engaged throughout the tour. He went far beyond the role of a normal guide. When we asked questions that even touched on an unrelated tour we’d done elsewhere, João not only answered thoughtfully but also did additional research on the spot to give us accurate, detailed information. That level of curiosity, care, and intellectual rigor is rare. João Matos sets the bar for what a tour can be at the highest level. If you’re in Évora, book a tour with him—you’ll leave with a richer understanding of the city and a memorable experience.
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Our tour guide, João, was very kind, informative, and did a great job telling us the history of Evora. The walking was easy, with less stairs and hills than other city tours we have done. Evora is beautiful, and the Chapel of Bones was the highlight for our group. The small shopping area that João recommended was perfect for getting authentic souvenirs after the tour. We had been in Lisbon the day before, and are so glad we took the half day to explore and enjoy the much more quiet and quaint feel that Evora has. Thank you again, João!
Thank you so much for your review. We also do tours in Tomar, Fátima, Évora and Coimbra. We wish you the best.
Very enjoyable small group guided tour. Our guide João was super knowledgeable and very friendly. It was a great introduction to the excellent place that is Evora!
Thank you so much for your review. We also do tours in Tomar, Fátima, Évora and Coimbra. We wish you the best.
We really enjoyed our walking tour of Évora! Our guide was very personable and incredibly knowledgeable. He has a master’s degree in Cultural Heritage Studies from the University of Évora, and it definitely showed—he had so much to share about the history, culture, and architecture of the city. We learned a ton and came away with a much better understanding of Évora and its history. A great way to get to know the city!
Thank you so much for your review. We also do tours in Tomar, Fátima, Évora and Coimbra. We wish you the best.
Wonderful experience with an expert guide. The chapel of bones and all the buildings were amazing.
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Super knowledgeable guide who was fantastic explaining the history and architecture. Would 100% recommend
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It was an incredible tour with Paulo, who knew history of Evora and Portugal and the world in general! He was interesting, witty and funny, the time passed all too quickly! I would rate this as one of the best tours of all time! He even recommended restaurants, which we enjoyed after the tour! Thanks for a great morning!
Thank you so much for your review. We also do tours in Tomar, Fátima, Évora and Coimbra. We wish you the best.
Daniel was our guide and he was excellent. Perfect English and he is in a graduate program at Evora university in history. He is a native of Evora and loves his city. We did the walking tour of Evora with him and he was flexible and took us to the historical sites that we wanted to see. We are experienced Europe travelers and have seen too many cathedrals and he understood. We highly recommend him if you are touring in Evora. And also recommend the hotel pestana pousada convents de Evora. It is in a 500 yr old monastery and adjacent to the Roman temple. Walking distance to 30 restaurants.
Thank you so much for your review. We also do tours in Tomar, Fátima, Évora and Coimbra. We wish you the best.
João was a wonderful guide. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Went above and beyond to accommodate our group.
Thank you so much for your review. We also do tours in Tomar, Fátima, Évora and Coimbra. We wish you the best.
What a wonderful tour of Evora! Joao was super knowledgeable with facts and information and managed to keep the tour fun. We especially appreciate the extra touches of hospitality like suggesting places to eat and what to eat as well as authentic places to shop! We had one of our best meals in Portugal per his recommendation :) Thank you!
Thank you so much for your review. We also do tours in Tomar, Fátima, Évora and Coimbra. We wish you the best.
