What to do in Santa Maria

Activities, attractions and tours

Santa Maria Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Top places to visit

1. Évora Cathedral

Évora Cathedral is among the many wonderful and well-preserved historic sites that make the scenic town of Évora so inviting. Visit this huge, beautiful building and try to spot the many features that date from different periods. The building incorporates Gothic elements as well as Romanesque ones.
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Evora Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a sunset and a church or cathedral

2. University of Évora

History is everywhere in Évora, so of course it makes sense that the University of Évora has a rich past. The university is the beating heart of the town, the place which constantly draws in new young residents. But for tourists, too, there is a lot to see here. Wander its atmospheric cloisters, relax in courtyards with beautiful fountains and admire the details in the university’s well-preserved interiors.
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University of Evora showing a fountain and heritage elements

3. Praca do Giraldo

Praça do Giraldo is not only a beautiful part of Évora, it is also within walking distance of most of the biggest attractions in this town. Come here to relax, take photos and people-watch before heading off to explore the cobbled streets that lead off from the square.
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Praca do Giraldo which includes a fountain and a sunset

4. Igreja de Sao Francisco

The Igreja de São Francisco, or the Church of St. Francis, is among Évora’s most visited sites. Come here to admire a fine example of late 15th to early 16th-century architecture. See the many ornate elements of the interior. Experience the eerie atmosphere inside the Bone Chapel, which is exactly what it sounds like.
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Igreja de Sao Francisco which includes heritage elements and interior views

5. Évora Museum

Discover over 20,000 pieces, from archaeological artifacts to artworks, at the modern and carefully looked after Évora Museum. Many of the varied pieces on display date back to the Roman Empire. Through the well-presented displays here, gain insight into the history of Évora and of Portugal more broadly.
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Evora Museum which includes heritage elements and interior views as well as a couple

What to do in Santa Maria

Discover the most popular places to visit in Santa Maria

Evora Monte Castle

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After visiting Evora Monte Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Corredoura. Wander the forests or discover the area's countryside.

Evora Monte Castle

Quinta do Carmo

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Quinta do Carmo during your travels to Gloria.

Quinta do Carmo

Castelo da Rainha Santa Isabel

Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santo André when you take a trip to Castelo da Rainha Santa Isabel. Wander the forests or discover the area's countryside.

Castelo da Rainha Santa Isabel

Museu Rural da Casa do Povo de Santa Maria de Estremoz

You can study the exhibits at Museu Rural da Casa do Povo de Santa Maria de Estremoz, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Santa Maria e Santo André. Discover the area's countryside and spas.

Museu Rural da Casa do Povo de Santa Maria de Estremoz

Torre das Tres Coroas

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Learn about the local history of Santa Maria e Santo André when you take a trip to Torre das Tres Coroas. Amble around the area's forests or visit its spas.

Torre das Tres Coroas

Capela de Santa Isabel

Find out about the history of Santa Maria e Santo André when you take a trip to Capela de Santa Isabel. Discover the area's countryside and spas.

Capela de Santa Isabel

Royal Palace & Torre das Três Coroas

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Find out about the history of Santa Maria e Santo André when you spend time at Royal Palace & Torre das Três Coroas. Amble around the area's forests or visit its spas.

Royal Palace & Torre das Três Coroas

Estremoz Handicraft

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Estremoz Handicraft in Arcos. Discover the area's countryside and waterfalls.

Estremoz Handicraft

JoAo Portugal Ramos

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at JoAo Portugal Ramos during your travels to Santa Maria e Santo André. Wander the forests or discover the area's countryside.

JoAo Portugal Ramos

 

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