Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Tavira, Portugal

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Number of sights 5 sights
Distance 0.9 km
Ascend 20 m
Descend 9 m

Experience Tavira in Portugal in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Activities in TaviraIndividual Sights in Tavira

Sight 1: Ermida de São Sebastião

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Ermida de São Sebastião

The Chapel of São Sebastião, also known as the Hermitage of São Sebastião, is located in the old parish of Santiago, in the city of Tavira, near the Atalaia Barracks. The date of its construction is not certain, but in 1723 there is already a record of its existence, perhaps located on the site of a small hermitage.

Wikipedia: Capela_de_São_Sebastião_(Tavira) (PT), Heritage Website Sipa, Heritage Website

291 meters / 3 minutes

Sight 2: Quartel da Atalaia

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Quartel da Atalaia Osvaldo Gago / CC BY-SA 2.0

The Atalaia Barracks, located in the old parish of Santiago, in Tavira, was built in 1795 by the Governor General of the Algarve, the Count of Vale dos Reis, Nuno José Fulgêncio de Mendonça Moura Barreto. To this barracks came the so-called Infantry Regiment No. 14 (R.I.14), from the city of Faro.

Wikipedia: Quartel da Atalaia (PT), Heritage Website

272 meters / 3 minutes

Sight 3: Igreja do Hospital do Espírito Santo

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Igreja do Hospital do Espírito SantoVitor Oliveira from Torres Vedras, PORTUGAL / CC BY-SA 2.0

The Church of São José do Hospital, also known as the Church of the Holy Spirit, is a religious building located in the city of Tavira, Portugal. The church dates back to the fifteenth century and is classified as MIP - Monument of Public Interest. Belonging to the former Royal Hospital of the Holy Spirit, this temple was rebuilt in 1752, as well as the hospital facilities, in the reign of King João V.

Wikipedia: Igreja de São José do Hospital (PT)

170 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 4: Capela de Nossa Senhora da Consolação

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The Chapel of Our Lady of Consolation, also known as the Chapel of Our Lady of Consolation, is located in the old parish of Santiago, in the city of Tavira.

Wikipedia: Capela_de_Nossa_Senhora_da_Consolação (PT)

173 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 5: Igreja de Santiago

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Igreja de Santiago Marc Ryckaert (MJJR) (Photograph edited by Vassil) / CC BY 2.5

The Church of Santiago is a church located in the old parish of Santiago, in the city of Tavira, next to the castle of this city.

Wikipedia: Igreja de Santiago (Tavira) (PT)

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