Located on a hill at an altitude of approximately 800 meters, in the foothills of the Serra da Estrela mountain range, this castle is believed to have been a fortified settlement occupied by the Romans and destroyed by the Moors in the 9th century, before being reclaimed by King Dinis. Only the enclosure defined by two towers with several floors remains.

Castle consisting of a wall with two towers and a keep. Located atop a granite outcrop overlooking the village, it dates from the 14th century. Notable features include the straight-arched loopholes, rectangular-faced merlons, and pointed-arch main gates. The walls have an irregular configuration and an exposed parapet.

In the heart of the historic center, the Church of São Pedro stands out, with a chapel in the Alentejo Gothic style, dating from the 16th century. Afterwards, stroll through its narrow streets, where you will find some restaurants, cafes, and small shops.

To get here, you can come from Setúbal by boat, or by road via Alcácer, Grândola, or Santiago do Cacém. The ruins comprise a residential area, a bathhouse, swimming pools, a religious center, four burial areas, and industrial areas. Mosaics and stucco with fresco painting are still visible. Occupation extended from the 1st to the 5th/6th centuries. Besides the fish salting workshops, the most characteristic element, there are uncovered thermal baths, a residential area known as Rua da Princesa, a mausoleum, necropolises with different types of tombs, and an early Christian basilica with frescoed walls, which can only be visited …

This Roman dam or reservoir is situated on a small stream in the Pêgo da Moura area. With a straight layout, it has a maximum height of 3.30 meters and the drainage basin covers an area of ​​2.3 km². Traces of a primitive vault and a watermill are also visible.

This large, religious-style architecture is an example of one of the most symbolic Baroque monuments of the reign of King João V, built in 1753. The church we see today replaced a chapel. Among other notable features are the tiles from the second half of the late 18th century that decorate the walls; inside, the two marble altars of various hues are another highlight. The week-long pilgrimage to the Lord Jesus of Mercy takes place every year around September 20th.

A single-nave church featuring 18th-century tiles depicting the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, the carvings in the chancel, and the imagery stand out. The temple was built between 1701 and 1719. Finishing work continued for several years, with the date 1761 inscribed on the door.

Since Elvas was a military city, its history, from its earliest days to the present day, could not be overlooked. Since 2001, over a hundred military artifacts have been permanently exhibited here, along with several videos depicting significant episodes in Portuguese history.

A monument of military architecture, created by a series of figures, including, for example, Martim Afonso de Melo, Hieronimo Rozetti, Lassart, and Rui Correia Lucas. Its construction model has served as inspiration for other forts. Today, it houses the Military Museum.

Built in 1498 according to the design of Francisco de Arruda and, later, by Afonso Álvares, Diogo Marques and Pero Vaz Pereira, who finished it in 1622. Four floors of arcades supported by buttresses cut through the main part.