Évora: UNESCO City on Foot - Self-Guided Tour
About this activity
- Audio tour
- Yes
- Audio language
- English
- Route length
- 1.8 km
- Instant confirmation
- Yes
- Duration
- 1h 30min
Instant access on your smartphone
After purchase, open the tour from the link we send you. No app is required.
Explore at your pace
Start, pause, and continue the tour whenever you like.
Online or offline
Listen online in your browser or download the tour and tickets in the WeGoTrip app for offline access.
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- You'll receive a self-guided audio tour right after booking
- •Discover the heart of Évora, a World Heritage Site, with a self-guided audio tour
- •Admire the shimmer of gold and the blue of the tiles in the Church of the Misericórdia, a hidden gem
- •Learn the secrets of water and the city's everyday life
- •Be amazed at the Chapel of Bones, a unique and breathtaking experience that will give you pause for thought
- •Stroll along the authentic Rua 5 de Outubro and Praça do Giraldo, feeling the local pulse among shops and cafés
Can you travel 2,000 years in 2 hours without ever leaving the walls? In Évora, you can. Explore the heart of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a self-guided audio tour.
Évora is not just a city; it's layer upon layer of civilisations that never left — a city that has been Roman, Moorish, capital of the kings of Portugal, and seat of the Inquisition.
You will start at the Palace of the Dukes of Cadaval and finish at the Church of St. Francis. In between these stops, you will visit and learn the history behind landmarks such as the Roman Temple of Évora, Évora Cathedral, Giraldo Square, and more. Uncover the stories of Romans, Visigoths, Moors, kings, inquisitors, and poets. 10 stops on foot: No rush, no guide needed.
What's included
- Offline route of 10 UNESCO gems within the walls, with shortcuts through narrow alleys.
- Fun facts, legends, mysteries, and ghosts you won't find in the brochures.
- Where to see the houses built inside the Água de Prata Aqueduct.
- Earphones — please bring your own
- Transportation, meals, drinks, or tips.
- In-person guide – it's a self-guided audio tour on your phone.
- Admission to churches, monuments, and museums
Places you will visit
The route of the tour goes within circle
Palácio dos Duques de Cadaval
Portugal, Évora
Capela dos Ossos
Praça 1º de Maio, 4
Attractions on the route
Cancellation policies vary according to activity type. Please check the conditions of your required activity Self-guided audio tour.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need the internet during the tour?
No. Download the tour in the WeGoTrip app in advance — it then works fully offline.
Do I need an app?
Yes. After purchase you get a link to download the free WeGoTrip app, where you take the tour.
What language is the audio guide in?
The audio guide is available in English.
How long does the tour take?
The tour takes about 1h 30min.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes. The self-guided format lets you go at your own pace, which works well for families.
Can I cancel my purchase?
Contact WeGoTrip support — refund conditions depend on the specific ticket.