4 Best Shopping in Évora and the Alentejo, Portugal

Fábrica de Tapetes Hortense

Fodor's choice
Established in 1985, this shop specializes in traditional rugs from around the region. Over the years, owner Maria Hortense has worked on several high-profile projects, including a rug for Pope Francis. All rugs are handmade by her bordadeiras (embroiderers). Clients can select a rug from the shop or order a customized one using their favorite colors and design.

Casa Tiraz

One of the town's best rug selections can be found at Casa Tiraz, facing Arraiolos's main town square.

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Praca da Republica 1, Arraiolos, Évora, 7040-029, Portugal
266 419 057

Sempre Noiva

Sempre Noiva--which roughly translates as "Always a Bride"—is not a wedding shop, but a store dedicated to wool carpets. The name comes from a local legend about a maiden living in the hilltop castle whose fiance didn't return from war until she was very old. To hide the signs of age, she covered herself with a rug. This story inspired the original owner, and the shop is now run by her two daughters.

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Rua Alexandre Herculano 33, Arraiolos, Évora, 7040-029, Portugal
266 490 040

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Vitorino Paulo

One of the many tapestry shops along Rua Alexandre Herculano, Vitorino Paulo sells Arraiolos tapestries, along with rugs with Persian and Turkish designs.
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Rua Alexandre Herculano 27, Arraiolos, Évora, 7040, Portugal
266 419 065