A trip to the historic village and castle of Monsaraz, 45 mins from Évora.

Quick Details
Group Half-Day Tour: ~ 3 hours | €50 per person
Private Half-Day Tour: ~ 3 hours | €60 per person

A minimum of 2 people are required for the tour (group or private).

Available 7 days a week.
Morning Tour: 9:00 AM start
Afternoon Tour: 2:00 PM start
​Half-Day Tour Details
Join us on this tour to discover the enchanting medieval village and castle of Monsaraz. We’ll start by picking up everyone at the Roman Temple in Évora, then embark on a scenic 50-minute drive to the historic village of Monsaraz.
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Monsaraz, Portugal
​Upon reaching Monsaraz, we will take a stroll through the walled village, during which we will providing a brief history of the region. Our next stop will be the Castle of Monsaraz, where we will continue our discussion of the village's history. After this, you will have plenty of free time to explore on your own, at your own pace; grab a coffee at a charming cafe with beautiful views, or visit the village's Fresco Museum and churches, or do both! You'll have plenty time. As the tour draws to a close, we will regroup near the town entrance before heading back to Évora. 
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Monsaraz, Portugal
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Monsaraz, Portugal
Ticket​
Group Half-Day Tour
​Adult
​(13+ years old)
€50 / person
Child
​(3-12 years old)
€50 / person
Baby 
(0-2 years old)
Free
Ticket
Private Half-Day Tour
Adult
​(13+ years old)
€60 / person
Child
​(3-12 years old)
€60 / person
Baby 
(0-2 years old)
Free
MEETING POINT & TIME
Roman Temple of Évora | 9:00 AM / 2:00 PM
​INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the designated meeting point: Roman Temple of Évora, Évora, Portugal
  • Entrance to the castle
  • Guided tours to each site and free-time as well
EXCLUDED FROM THE TOUR
  • We do not provide car-seats for babies and small children - please bring your own​
  • We do not provide any meals, but during full-day tours we will stop in towns that have places to pick up a quick meal
MISC. INFORMATION
  • Minimum 2 people for the group or private tour
  • Transportation provided in an 8-seater van
  • Children under the age of 12 or under 1.5 meters in height are required to sit in the back seat of the vehicle in a child car seat or booster that is appropriate to their size. We do not provide car seats, so please remember to bring your own.​
  • ​Please wear appropriate footwear (sneakers, hiking shoes, or sandals with good traction are suggested).
  • In the summer we highly recommend booking tours that depart in the morning.
About Monsaraz
The walled village of Monsaraz is located atop a hill overlooking the Guadiana River and the modern Spanish border. Archaeological evidence indicates that the village has been fortified, in some form, since prehistory – understandable given its important location.

The picturesque town boasts historic monuments, traditional homes, restaurants, and a few shops. Particularly notable is the Castle of Monsaraz, built by the Portuguese King Dinis in the 14th century. Monsaraz provides a beautiful setting for photos.
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Monsaraz, Portugal
RNAAT nº 35/2025 | Iberian Heritage Tours | Tours by archaeologists exploring the cultural heritage of the Alentejo, Portugal.