Moura Travel Guide

  Hotel, Moura, PT
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  • Hotel, Moura, PT
      Hotel, Moura, PT
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  • Hotel, Moura, PT
      Hotel, Moura, PT
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Castle

Castle, Moura

 solopes Says:  I never visited it. I think that it is being recovered and it is already open to visit, together with the Arab museum. Next time I will dedicate it a brief stop. 

Alqueva Dam

Alqueva Dam, Moura

 solopes Says:  The new "biggest artificial lake in Europe" stands only 15 km distant from Moura, which is the best place to stay and eat, in its vicinities. The touristy use of the lake is only starting, but it is a pleasant visit in the dry Alentejo. 

Impressive historic place

Impressive historic place, Moura

 tiago.franco Says:  If you have time visit the village of "Santo Aleixo da Restauração". During the wars with Spain, in the 17th century, the people of Stº Aleixo, instead of leaving the combat to the soldiers decided to stood and fight. While women and children took refuge in the church the... 

Stroll around Moura.

Stroll around Moura., Moura

 tiago.franco Says:  Moura is very well preserved, and you can see examples of Portuguese architecture of different ages. The medieval castle, the middle age churches, the modernist (1950's) buildings like the post office or the tribunal.Also of interest are the typical chimneys that decorate... 

Hotels  

Hotel the Moura: The place to stay in Moura

Hotel the Moura: The place to stay in Moura, Moura

 tiago.franco Says:  The hotel is located in a charming old historic building. The hotel is very well preserved and clean. It has a small swimming pool, ideal after a day trip around the hot Alentejo countryside.This hotel represents fantastic value for money, if located in a more touristic city... 

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Restaurants  

Pastelaria A Maria: Delicious Cake, ideal for breakfast or lunch

Pastelaria A Maria: Delicious Cake, ideal for breakfast or lunch, Moura

 tiago.franco Says:  A little coffee shop in a street behind the main square. The owner of the the coffee shop Dona Maria, makes a delicious cake that it serves in slices. Ideal to go with a cup of coffee. The chocolate cake. 

O Bem disposto: Nice cozy restaurant

O Bem disposto: Nice cozy restaurant, Moura

 tiago.franco Says:  A little nice restaurant, with a modern decoration in an ancient building. The choice of plates is a bit limited. But it has a cozy ambient and the service is nice. Not the best value for money, but it is very conveniently located just across the street from the main... 

Transportation  

Rede Expresso para Moura

Rede Expresso para Moura, Moura

 tiago.franco Says:  The main Bus Company providing transport to Moura is Rede Expressos. Go to the site for up to date information. 

Shopping  

Every Café/Bar/Supermarket: Castello Water with everything

Every Café/Bar/Supermarket: Castello Water with everything, Moura

 tiago.franco Says:   Àgua Castello, is a sparkling water very popular in Portugal. The Agua Castello spring is located in Moura. You could find it almost everywhere. Generally it is used mixed with whisky, cognac or in cocktails.After your meal just ask for a "Whiskey com água Castello". 

Any Supermarket or Grocery store: Moura Olive Oil

Any Supermarket or Grocery store: Moura Olive Oil, Moura

 tiago.franco Says:   The Moura Olive Oil, was once considered the best of Portugal. People would take the train from Lisbon just to buy a few bottles. You can find it everywhere, just check if it has a Moura indication on the bottle. 

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 The main Bus Company providing transport to Moura is Rede Expressos. Go to the site for up to date information. 

 

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I spend a great time in Moura, with my family

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 We spend 3 days in Moura before going to Algarve. Our plans were to use Moura as a base to visit the surrounding area (Barrancos, Serpa...). We were expecting the normal Portuguese city, some... 

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Hard to Reach

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 Away from the main roads, and far from the big cities, Moura is a city where nobody passes: either you GO there, or you skip it. What does it has to justify the visit? Well, I've only been there twice... 

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