Vila Viçosa Map Alentejo

Portugal Maps: Vila Viçosa

Palácio dos Duques de Bragança, Portugal. — Statue of Dom João IV, by Francisco Franco (1943), Palácio dos Duques de Bragança

Along with the nearby towns of Borba and Estremoz, Vila Viçosa is the center of the marble quarrying area of the Alentejo Plain. Marble from this area was used in the construction of buildings throughout Portugal and even the Escorial Palace in Spain.

This small, pretty town was once the seat of the powerful Dukes of Bragança. This line of the Portuguese monarchy took power in 1640 after the Spanish were driven out. The House of Bragança reigned as monarchs until Portugal became a republic in 1910.

Attractions include the Castelo de Vila Viçosa, the huge Ducal Palace (Paço Ducal de Vila Viçosa) and several fine churches full of priceless treasures including paintings and sculpture.

Map of Vila Viçosa & Estremoz

Places Listed on the Map of Vila Viçosa

The following places of interest are listed.

Castelo de Vila Viçosa

Paço Ducal de Vila Viçosa

Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Conceição de Vila Viçosa

Igreja dos Agostinhos

Museu do Mármore (Marble Museum)

Museu Agrícola e Etnográfico

Museu Bento de Jesus Caraça

Statue of Dom João IV

Map of Vila Viçosa, Portugal. — Map of Vila Viçosa, Portugal

Hotels

The town has a pleasant variety of hotels and guest houses to suit most budgets. Some recommendations include the superb Pousada Convento Vila Viçosa with an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant serving local Alentejo cuisine and a sun terrace.

Hotel Solar dos Mascarenhas is located in a lovely 16th century mansion with both stables and gardens.

Casa do Colégio Velho is another upmarket hotel in a converted 16th century manor house.

See a listing of hotels in Vila Viçosa