Elvas Trip Overview
A walk through the history and heritage of the historic center of Elvas, a world heritage city, with a friendly view and close to the visitor.
Minimum 2 pax
Additional Info
* Duration: 2 hours
* Starts: Elvas, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Elvas, Portalegre, Portugal
A walk through the history and heritage of the historic center of Elvas, a world heritage city, with a friendly view and close to the visitor.
Minimum 2 pax
Itinerary
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Stop At: Garrison Border Town of Elvas and its Fortifications, Eastern Alentejo, Elvas 7350-133 Portugal
Pedestrian route to see the various walls of the city center. Islamic walls of the 9th and 12th century, Medieval wall and bastioned walls of the 17th century
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Catedral de Elvas, Praca da Republica, Elvas 7350-126 Portugal
Discover the rich heritage of the city’s old cathedral. Gothic, Manueline and Baroque are the main architectural styles of this cathedral that brings together a good collection of works of art
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Elvas Castle, Costa de Vila Fria, Elvas 7350 Portugal
Next to the castle of Elvas, of Islamic origin, we can see a good part of the fortifications classified as World Heritage.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Igreja do antigo Convento das Freiras de Sao Domingos, Beco das Freiras, Elvas 7350-101 Portugal
One of the jewels of the decorative arts in Elvas. An octagonal chapel that will surprise you!
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Pelourinho de Elvas, Beco de Santa Clara, Elvas 7350-220 Portugal
The symbol of local power in a slim Manueline pillory.
Stop At: Aqueduto Da Amoreira, 38. 877984, -7. 173838, Elvas 7350-953 Portugal
The Amoreira Aqueduct is the landmark of the city of Elvas and one of the most well-known monuments in Portugal.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Torre Fernandina, R. da Cadeia 33, 7350-193 Elvas, Portugal
Ancient medieval tower belonging to the 12th century wall
Stop At: Igreja Da Misericordia Elvas, Largo Da Misericordia, Elvas 7350 Portugal
Renaissance fountain that served as the inauguration of the Amoreira Aqueduct
Duration: 5 minutes
