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Walking Tour in the Historic Center of Elvas

4.5 (10 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation
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Walking Tour in the Historic Center of Elvas

About this activity

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

Private and Luxury Cultural Tours Historical Tours Walking Tours Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate
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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 20 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
VisitElvas

Ages: Children (0–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Official guide-interpreter
  • Included: Adapted to DGS inidcations for Covid-19, use of mandatory mask

Not included

  • Not included: Entrance fees to monuments not included

Itinerary

  1. Garrison Border Town of Elvas and its Fortifications

    30 min

    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

  2. Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Assuncao

    15 min Admission not included

    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

  3. Castelo de Elvas

    10 min

    Next to the castle of Elvas, of Islamic origin, we can see a good part of the fortifications classified as World Heritage.

  4. Igreja do antigo Convento das Freiras de Sao Domingos

    10 min

    One of the jewels of the decorative arts in Elvas. An octagonal chapel that will surprise you!

  5. Pelourinho de Elvas

    Passing by

    The symbol of local power in a slim Manueline pillory.

  6. Aqueduto Da Amoreira

    10 min

    The Amoreira Aqueduct is the landmark of the city of Elvas and one of the most well-known monuments in Portugal.

  7. Stop 7

    Passing by

    Ancient medieval tower belonging to the 12th century wall

  8. Igreja Da Misericordia Elvas

    5 min

    Renaissance fountain that served as the inauguration of the Amoreira Aqueduct

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

4.5 out of 5 · 10 reviews
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