Top Things to do in Portalegre
- 1. Museu da Tapecaria
- 2. Castelo de Marvao
- 3. Barragem de Montargil
- 4. Catedral de Portalegre
- 5. Museu Municipal de Portalegre
- 6. Casa-Museu Jose Regio
- 7. Igreja de Sao Bernardo - Compreendendo o Tumulo de D. Jorge de Melo
- 8. Forte de Santa Luzia
- 9. Palacio Achaioli
- 10. Muralhas do Castelo de Portalegre
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The 10 Best Things to Do in Portalegre, Portugal
Discover the best top things to do in Portalegre, Portugal including Museu da Tapecaria, Castelo de Marvao, Barragem de Montargil, Catedral de Portalegre, Museu Municipal de Portalegre, Casa-Museu Jose Regio, Igreja de Sao Bernardo - Compreendendo o Tumulo de D. Jorge de Melo, Forte de Santa Luzia, Palacio Achaioli, Muralhas do Castelo de Portalegre.
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1. Museu da Tapecaria
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By Lewis_the_Barman - Bath, United Kingdom
You have to go to see these tapestries to quite appreciate how stunning they are. They are beautifully displayed (excellent curating). It is the sort of experience that makes you think to go back the next day.
2. Castelo de Marvao
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Norman E - East Sussex
The castle occupies one end of the walled village of Marvao, which stands on the long and narrow top of a small steep sided mountain. The castle itself is small and would only be an average attraction were it not for the spectacular views that it, and indeed the whole perimeter of the village, offer the visitor. As a castle it is in fact a good example of the type of fortification that resulted from crusader experience, with a tall keep, strong curtain walls and a large water cistern to enable it to withstand a siege. A bit of History: Although Marvao changed hands between Moors and Portuguese more than once before the castle and outer fortifications were built no attempt to take the town by force succeeded afterwards. In 1762 a combined French & Spanish force of about 5,000 tried a frontal assault on town and castle, defended by a very small Portuguese and British force who beat them off. A walk around the castle battlements and the outer defences looking down at the possible approaches will give you a clear insight into how easily it was defended.
3. Barragem de Montargil
Overall Ratings
4 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By pcosta2017 - Parede, Portugal
We have three children and we made it there because of the indoor pool. The reviews about the hotel were good and so we gave it a chance and found it wonderful. Great service and great accomodation. The kids loved it and so did we. We will come back for sure.
4. Catedral de Portalegre
Overall Ratings
4 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Gljamil - Belo Horizonte, MG
Well preserved and with good collection of specific religious furniture and objects. Easy to reach and with a good view of the city
5. Museu Municipal de Portalegre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Helen T - Ormskirk, United Kingdom
Shown round by passionate curator. Some stunning pieces from the seven convents in the region ranging from Baroque to Naïve Folk to Goan. Well wortha visit.
6. Casa-Museu Jose Regio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Miguel_Diamantino - Portugal
The Casa-Museu José Régio was the first house museum I visited. The experience could not have been better! The lady who accompanied us on the visit was super expressive, entertaining and included our participation in the visit in a spectacular way.
The house is filled with art with funny stories and organized as José Régio left it. If you have the opportunity please visit :)
Carpe Diem
A Casa-museu José Régio foi a primeira casa museu que visitei. A experiência não podia ter sido melhor! A senhora que nos acompanhou na visita era super expressiva, divertida e incluiu a nossa participação na visita de uma forma espetacular.
A casa está cheia de arte com histórias engraçadas e organizada como José Régio a deixou. Se tiverem oportunidade visitem :)
Carpe Diem!
7. Igreja de Sao Bernardo - Compreendendo o Tumulo de D. Jorge de Melo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By FernandoAlmeida2013 - Lisbon, Portugal
A visita, em princípio suspensa, como tudo em Portalegre, à hora do almoço, faz-se acompanhada por um elemento da GNR, dado que o mosteiro alberga uma das Escolas de Formação daquela instituição. O nosso "guia" foi extremamente simpátrico, possibilitando-nos mesmo efetuar a visita antes das 14h e mostrando-nos tudo o que era possível visitar, incluindo dois belos claustros. Notáveis o túmulo do bispo Jorge de Melo e os painéis de azulejos (a precisarem de restauro).
8. Forte de Santa Luzia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Olga G - Faro, Portugal
Magnificent example of XVII century architectur!
I was really surprised to find out that it was not on Tripadvisor yet!
Together with others Fortes this one shows very geometric structure, very interesting. Also there is a military museum inside for the same fee.
It is very easy to access by car and cheap to visit.
It is considered World Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
Staff was very helpful!
9. Palacio Achaioli
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
10. Muralhas do Castelo de Portalegre
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 10 reviews
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