How to get to Évora
By Train Book and buy tickets online via the Comboios de Portugal (CP) website: www.cp.pt. Discounts are available for advance purchases, young people (up to 25 years old), or Youth Card holders (up to 30 years old).
By Bus Book and buy tickets online through Rede Expressos (www.rede-expressos.pt) or Flixbus (www.flixbus.pt). Discounts regarding advance booking and age are often available.
By Car The A6 motorway serves the city of Évora, with exits connecting to the N114 and the IP2. From the south, the city is accessible via the National Road 256 (N256).
Accommodation
Évora is a highly popular tourist destination. We strongly recommend booking your accommodation well in advance.
For budget-friendly options, you may consider:
- Pousada de Juventude de Évora (Youth Hostel) – Pousada de Évora
- Orbitur Évora (Camping Park) – ORBITUR Évora
Visiting Évora & Surroundings
The city of Évora offers a wealth of options for visitors, and the surrounding Alentejo region adds many more points of interest, from prehistoric monuments to renowned wineries.
To help you plan your stay, tours, and excursions, we recommend the following resources:
Official Tourism Portals
- Visit Évora (City Council): For detailed information on monuments, local events, and city maps.
- Visit Alentejo: The official regional tourism board. Excellent for finding information on day trips, “Schist Villages,” and regional heritage.
Guided Tours & Excursions
- University of Évora Tour: Since the conference is held at the Colégio do Espírito Santo, do not miss the opportunity to explore this historical building itself, renowned for its 18th-century “azulejos” (tiles) and baroque classrooms.
- Megalithic Circuit: Évora is surrounded by some of the most important megalithic monuments in Europe (e.g., Cromeleque dos Almendres). Several local operators offer guided tours to these sites, which are of particular interest to our attendees.
- Wine Tourism: The Alentejo is one of Portugal’s premier wine regions. Information on winery visits and tastings can be found on the Rota dos Vinhos do Alentejo website.
Tourist Office For on-site assistance, you can visit the local Tourist Office located at Praça do Giraldo (the main square).