Évora: Flexible Walking Tour in Historic Center

Évora’s historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, beckons travelers to explore its rich past. This flexible walking tour offers the perfect way to discover the city’s ancient walls, chapels, and other captivating landmarks. With a 4-hour duration and 5 km route, the self-guided experience allows independent exploration at your own pace. Leveraging the Walkbox app, the tour provides in-depth insights into over 50 points of interest, ensuring a seamless and supported adventure. Prepare to uncover Évora’s remarkable heritage and be intrigued by what awaits around every corner.

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Key Points

A self-guided walking tour of Évora’s UNESCO-listed historic center, featuring over 50 points of interest across a 5 km route.
Flexible schedule allows participants to explore the tour at their own pace within 5 days of booking.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance and a "reserve now, pay later" option for convenient booking.
The tour is supported by the Walkbox app, providing insights and emergency assistance during the tour hours.
Comfortable shoes and charged smartphones are recommended for the 4-hour walking tour.

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Tour Overview and Details

This flexible walking tour in Évora’s historic center, a UNESCO-listed site, offers visitors the opportunity to explore the city at their own pace.

The tour is priced from €5.99 per person and lasts 4 hours, covering a 5 km route. It starts and ends at Porta Velha da Lagoa, and can be taken anytime within 5 days of booking.

Travelers can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours in advance and take advantage of the reserve now, pay later option.

The tour highlights over 50 points of interest, including ancient walls, a medieval cathedral, and the Chapel of Bones.

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Cancellation and Booking Policy

The walking tour in Évora offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. This provides flexibility for travelers in case their plans change.

Plus, the tour allows for a reserve now & pay later option, meaning no upfront payment is required to book the experience. This convenient booking policy makes it easy for visitors to secure their spot without an immediate financial commitment.

The tour curator is also available to provide remote support and emergency assistance during the tour hours, ensuring a smooth and supported experience for all participants.

Tour Highlights

Over 50 points of interest await visitors on this walking tour of Évora’s historic center, a UNESCO-listed site. Explore the ancient city walls, the grand Praça do Giraldo fountain, and Portugal’s largest medieval cathedral with panoramic views. Marvel at the 1st-century Roman Temple and the Convent of São Francisco featuring the Capela dos Ossos. The tour highlights the most captivating landmarks, providing valuable insights through the Walkbox app.

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Guided Experience and Support

Visitors embark on an independent exploration of Évora’s historic center with the Walkbox app, available in English, Portuguese, French, and Spanish.

The app provides a curated route with detailed insights about the tour’s 50+ points of interest. Throughout the self-guided experience, the tour curator offers remote support via WhatsApp or SMS from 8 AM to 8 PM.

In case of an emergency, participants can contact the curator by phone for assistance. This flexible walking tour allows visitors to set their own pace and focus on the sights that interest them most, with the convenience of on-demand guidance and support.

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Preparation and Requirements

This walking tour isn’t suitable for individuals with mobility impairments.

Comfortable shoes and clothing are recommended for the 4-hour, 5km route. Participants should also ensure their smartphone is charged before the tour.

The tour is booked based on the number of smartphones used, not the number of participants. This allows flexibility for groups to share devices.

With a curated route and detailed insights, participants can enjoy the independent exploration of Évora’s historic center at their own pace using the Walkbox app available in multiple languages.

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Exploring Évora’s Historic Center

As participants embark on the walking tour, they’ll discover Évora’s captivating historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site that seamlessly blends ancient Roman ruins with medieval architecture.

They’ll explore over 50 points of interest, including the imposing 1st-century Roman Temple, the grand Praça do Giraldo fountain, and the towering Portugal’s largest medieval cathedral that offers panoramic city views.

The tour also includes the Convent of São Francisco, featuring the eerie Capela dos Ossos, a chapel adorned with human skulls and bones.

With the Walkbox app as their guide, visitors can enjoy Évora’s rich history at their own pace.

Discovering the City’s Ancient Landmarks

As participants embark on the walking tour, they’ll discover Évora’s captivating historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site that seamlessly blends ancient Roman ruins with medieval architecture.

They’ll marvel at the 1st-century Roman Temple, one of the best-preserved Roman structures in the Iberian Peninsula.

The tour also explores the impressive Évora Cathedral, a massive Gothic cathedral with panoramic city views.

Another highlight is the Convent of São Francisco, featuring the Capela dos Ossos, a chapel adorned with thousands of human bones and skulls.

The Convent of São Francisco features the Capela dos Ossos, a chapel adorned with thousands of human bones and skulls.

These ancient landmarks offer a captivating glimpse into Évora’s storied past.

Navigating the Walkbox App

To navigate the Walkbox app, users can easily access the curated route and detailed insights about the tour’s points of interest.

The app provides a self-guided experience, allowing travelers to explore Évora’s historic center at their own pace.

With the app’s GPS-enabled map, users can follow the recommended 5 km route, which highlights over 50 notable landmarks.

Engaging commentary about each site is available in multiple languages, giving visitors a deeper understanding of Évora’s rich history and architecture.

The app also offers remote support from the tour curator, ensuring a seamless experience throughout the tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is There Any Age Restriction for the Walking Tour?

There appears to be no age restriction for the walking tour. The tour is suitable for individuals able to walk the 5 km route, though it’s not recommended for those with mobility impairments.

Can We Bring Our Own Guide or Interpreter?

The tour is self-guided, so travelers can’t bring their own guide or interpreter. However, the Walkbox app provides information in multiple languages, and the tour curator offers remote support if needed.

Do We Need to Purchase Tickets for Any Attractions?

The tour doesn’t require purchasing separate tickets for any attractions. All the points of interest can be explored using the self-guided app. Just bring your smartphone and comfortable shoes to make the most of the flexible walking experience.

Are There Any Discounts or Group Rates Available?

The tour doesn’t offer any group discounts, but you can save by booking multiple smartphone users on the same tour. Seniors and students don’t qualify for special rates either. The price is fixed at €5.99 per person.

Can We Stop for Breaks or Lunch During the Tour?

Yes, the tour allows for breaks and lunch. Participants can explore at their own pace, stopping as needed along the 5 km route through Évora’s historic center. The flexibility of the self-guided experience enables visitors to tailor the tour to their preferences.

The Sum Up

Évora’s flexible walking tour offers a captivating exploration of the city’s UNESCO-listed historic center. With over 50 points of interest, the 4-hour self-guided adventure covers 5 km, allowing travelers to discover ancient walls, the Chapel of Bones, and other fascinating landmarks. The Walkbox app provides remote support, ensuring a seamless experience as you learn about Évora’s rich history at your own pace.