The 10 Best Castles in Alentejo, Portugal

January 7, 2022 Sheron Bogner

Discover the best top things to do in Alentejo, Portugal including Castelo da Rainha Santa Isabel, Castelo de Aljustrel, Castelo de Palmela, Monsaraz Castle and Walls, Church of Nossa Senhora de Castelo, Castelo de Mertola, Judiaria de Castelo de Vide, Castelo de Belver, Castelo de Amieira, Castelo de Beja.
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1. Castelo da Rainha Santa Isabel

Largo de Santiago, Estremoz 7100-506 Portugal +351 268 332 075 http://www.visitalentejo.pt
Excellent
49%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 439 reviews

Castelo da Rainha Santa Isabel

Reviewed By Headedwestboy - Frederick, United States

Driving up to the castle we began to see the lovely walled town of cobblestone streets. The castle sitting atop the hill became our hone for two nights and what a home it was! Lovely rooms with updated bathrooms, appropriately decorated. Ours had a little sitting room and a beautiful view of the vineyards below. The restaurant serves good regional food and a plentiful breakfast. I hope we’ll be back some day!

2. Castelo de Aljustrel

Aljustrel Portugal http://www.patrimoniocultural.gov.pt/pt/patrimonio/patrimonio-imovel/pesquisa-do-patrimonio/classificado-ou-em-vias-de-classificacao/geral/view/73261
Excellent
67%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3 reviews

Castelo de Aljustrel

3. Castelo de Palmela

Palmela 2950-997 Portugal +351 21 233 6640 http://www.igespar.pt/en/agenda/9/1612/
Excellent
52%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 491 reviews

Castelo de Palmela

Reviewed By sos_kss - Sesimbra, Portugal

Really easy castle to walk. Lots of open space for large groups. The inclines aren't that steep, so it's good for kids and stroller/wheelchair access. Not as slippery and narrow as other castles. Has a rather fancy hotel/restaurant attached. Ample parking. Free activity.

4. Monsaraz Castle and Walls

Largo do Castelo, Monsaraz 7200-175 Portugal +351 963 702 392 http://www.alentejoguides.com
Excellent
76%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,282 reviews

Monsaraz Castle and Walls

Reviewed By martyncymro - Coimbra, Portugal

Monsaraz is one of the gems of Portugal and after the major urban centres of Lisbon and Porto, should be one of the first in the list of places to visit when touring Portugal. Monsaraz has preserved its medieval buildings and town walls, although settlement on the hill dates from prehistory. The walls proved ineffective as the town passes from Christians to Muslims, back to Christians and back to Muslims and once the Muslims were defeated it passed between the Spanish and the Portuguese. These days it's possible to walk along part of the walls and castle and see the splendid views they offer over the surrounding countryside. Well worth a visit and highly recommended. You cannot drive into the town, but there are several carparks outside the walls and then a short walk of 100 metres, or so, into the town.

5. Church of Nossa Senhora de Castelo

Rua Baia de Sesimbra, Sesimbra 2970-620 Portugal http://www.cm-sesimbra.pt/pages/984
Excellent
39%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 85 reviews

Church of Nossa Senhora de Castelo

6. Castelo de Mertola

Largo da Igreja, Mertola 7750-338 Portugal +351 286 610 100 http://museus.cm-mertola.pt/nucleos/castelo.html
Excellent
45%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 391 reviews

Castelo de Mertola

Reviewed By tommywelltravelled - Kilkenny, Ireland

A very well reserved castle in a spectacular setting. The information was well presented and is well worth a visit. Beware, the keep closes for lunch 12.30-2.00.

7. Judiaria de Castelo de Vide

Variante Castelo Vide, Castelo de Vide 7320-407 Portugal
Excellent
49%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 158 reviews

Judiaria de Castelo de Vide

Reviewed By Temper43 - Panama City, Panama

Beautiful and very well preserved quarter, it was very interesting walking along the narrow streets and visit the remnants of the synagogue. Well worth town to visit

8. Castelo de Belver

R. Dom Sancho I, Belver Portugal +351- 241 639 070 http://www.cm-gaviao.pt/pt/turismo/monumentos/99-turismo/monumentos/176-castelo-de-belver
Excellent
51%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 71 reviews

Castelo de Belver

Reviewed By Pageygb - Lisbon, Portugal

A well kept, small castle with lovely staff. They were closing but still let us in. Fantastic views over the river.

9. Castelo de Amieira

Amieira do Tejo, Nisa 6050-106 Portugal http://www.patrimoniocultural.gov.pt/pt/patrimonio/patrimonio-imovel/pesquisa-do-patrimonio/classificado-ou-em-vias-de-classificacao/geral/view/70244
Excellent
50%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4 reviews

Castelo de Amieira

10. Castelo de Beja

Beja Portugal 1-28-431-18-00 http://www.cm-beja.pt/viewturismo.do2
Excellent
37%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 541 reviews

Castelo de Beja

Reviewed By Z8431IPluisr - Lisbon, Portugal

A must see local place!!! Great views and nice exercise for the legs!!! It’s a great castle for a visit with family !!!

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