The ancient Citadel, as well as important sections of the wall that surrounded the population, are still preserved. Archaeological work carried out in the Citadel of the Castle uncovered a Moorish quarter of centuries XII\/XIII, and various Roman structures of the 4th century. The Arab ceramic pieces found are exposed in the core of the Museum of Mértola.

At the highest point of the city, at 1056 meters of altitude, is the Castelo da Guarda, better known as Torre de Menagem. The town was inhabited by order of Dom Sancho I, who granted it a charter and privileges in 1199, and transferred the seat of the diocese to here. This first charter was confirmed by the same king in 1217, 1229 and, later, in 1254, by Dom Afonso III. In 1510, Dom Manuel granted it a new charter and granted his son, Dom Fernando, the title of Duke of Guarda.

O Museu do Côa organiza passeios pelo Rio Côa a bordo de uma embarcação electro-solar, construída apenas com materiais sustentáveis. Entre o Cais da Canada do Inferno e o sítio do Fariseu, num percurso de 4 quilómetros, os visitantes podem apreciar a biodiversidade local, numa experiência que é acompanhada por uma gegustação de cinho e frutos secos. O passeio não inclui visita aos núcleos de gravuras rupestres.

This set of buildings resulting from the re-use of a summer farm, which belonged to the Bishops of the guard, to install a judicial establishment of internment for minors with a reeducativo program of agricultural vocation (in 1926). Between 1926 and 2003 suffered successive adaptations and expansions.

Com três espaços em Lisboa (Picoas, Rato e Belém), o Float in oferece massagens de relaxamento, terapêuticas e orientais, entre vários outros tratamentos de beleza. A especialidade são as sessões de flutuação, terapia que consiste em flutuar, sem qualquer esforço, sobre uma solução de água com uma elevada quantidade de sal.

Praia Fluvial de Porto Carreiro, espaço renovado ideal para famílias e amigos. Espaço acolhedor, ambiente tranquilo junto ao Rio Homem. Cafeteria/Bar.

This bar-restaurant has live performances, being especially devoted to the sounds of jazz, rock and reggae. This space combines the vivid colors and strong lights with the ancient walls, creating a very welcoming environment. Its gastronomic specialities are roast cod, Octopus to the mill owner, the Steak House, the black pig secret and the picanha. Be sure to try their homemade desserts, such as the walnut cake, baba of camel and the custard.