Public Garden & Palace of King Manuel
Jardim Público / Palácio de D. Manuel
A shady garden on the south side of the old town, home to peacocks and the 'Ladies' Gallery' of King Manuel's palace, a 16th-century architectural gem.
The Public Garden was built in the 19th century next to the Church of St. Francis. It is green and shaded, with peacocks, fountains, and a children's play area, and it is a favorite place for locals to take a walk. Within the garden stands the former royal palace of King Manuel, dating from the 16th century. Its surviving 'Ladies' Gallery' combines Manueline and Moorish styles in twin arched windows, and it often hosts exhibitions. The garden is free to enter, and it is a comfortable place to rest during the hot midday hours of summer.
Opening hours
About 08:00–20:00 (extended in summer)
Nearby sights
- Chapel of Bones
- Praça do Giraldo
- Évora Museum (Frei Manuel do Cenáculo)
- Évora Cathedral
- Roman Temple of Évora
- Lóios Church & Cadaval Palace
- University of Évora (Colégio do Espírito Santo)
- Água de Prata Aqueduct