Looking for the best places to go shopping in Évora? Just 134km from Lisbon, the small city of Évora is home of some of the best shops in the Alentejo region. Besides its long history, Évora also surprises visitors with a unique and local shopping experience.
So, whether you’re wondering what to buy in Évora or simply want to explore the local crafts of the Alentejo region, here are 5 hand-picked shops that offer a unique experience. All of them are located close to the historic centre, so you can easily discover them while walking through the narrow alleys of the old town.
O Cesto – Authentic Portuguese Handcrafts
Not far away from the Roman Temple of Évora, you can find a beautiful store that sells 100% Portuguese handcrafted products from national artists. In fact, O Cesto has a very long tradition in selecting high-quality and authentic pieces from Portuguese artisans. For more than 41 years, they’re working with national artists together to represent the culture of their country. No wonder that O Cesto is considered to be one of the most authentic shops in Évora!
Here, you can find everything from handmade ceramics, home decoration, cork products to food and drinks. Moreover, every piece in their store is telling an exciting story about the artists and the history of Portugal. You’ll only have to ask the friendly team from O Cesto and they’ll be more than happy to tell you everything you want to know.
Gente da Minha Terra – Stylish Portuguese Gifts
If you walk the same street further down, you’ll pass by Gente da Minha Terra. This small shop in Évora sells Portuguese handicrafts with a stylish and modern design. You can discover beautiful crafts such as handmade jewellery, painted ceramics, soaps, olive oil, honey, wool and cotton blankets. In addition, the store is flooded with good natural light and has a very calm and pleasant atmosphere.
Oxalá – Local Food and Contemporary Crafts
Oxalá is located next to Do Largo, which is one of our favourite places to eat in Évora. At Oxalá, you can find regional and handcrafted products from Portugal. Especially, their selection of food is worth mentioning as you can find artisanal honey, canned fish, olive oil, chocolate, herbs and spices. Besides that, they have a great selection of wine, liquors and other Portuguese craft items such as coloured painted ceramics, olive soaps, leather bags and wallets.
Everyone who loves traditional crafts and innovative products with a modern twist is exactly at the right spot here! In addition, the owner Rui Silva who is also the friendly man behind the counter, is always ready to help you. For us, an absolute must-visit shop in Évora with an unforgettable shopping experience!
Livraria Fonte de Letras – A Bookstore Full of Surprises
Fonte de Letras is a tiny and cozy bookstore in Évora. When you enter the blue iron glass door, you enter a bookstore with great books from interesting publishers. Most of them are less well-known authors that publicise Portuguese literature. Nevertheless, you can find a small section with English, Spanish, French and Italian literature.
Are you ready for a blind date with a book? Then keep an eye at the entrance at Fonte de Letras. There is a small area where the books are sold wrapped in brown paper and are holding a description. A perfect opportunity for those who love books and surprises! Another surprise is the poem machine (similar to a bubble gum machine) at the entrance of the bookshop, where you pay 50 cents and receive a paper with a poem from a Portuguese author.
Divinus Gourmet – Wines, Cheeses and Local Delicacies
In the near of the Chapel of Bones in Évora, you can find a wine shop with a large selection of wines and products from the Alentejo region such as honey, jams, chocolates, dried herbs and spices. Furthermore, you can also find fresh cheeses and sausages from the region as well as hand wash and body soaps from brands such as Castelbel Porto.
Best Shops in Évora for a Unique Shopping Experience
All these 5 shops in Évora are perfect for discovering traditional crafts and innovative products from the Alentejo region. That’s why, we would recommend everyone to take some time for strolling through these unique shops. Shopping in Évora is a different experience and without our luggage limitation, we would have filled our bags with all the regional and handcrafted products from this region.
And if you’re planning your full trip to Évora, check out our complete guide to the best things to do in Évora.
