Historic landmarks
Main monuments, best viewpoints, and what’s worth your time in Arraiolos.
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Explore the best of Arraiolos
Arraiolos is a destination in Portugal, about 125 km from Lisbon Airport.
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Lisbon time 02:38 • 24 Oct 2026
Nearest airport
LIS
125 km
Lisbon Airport (LIS) · 125 km
Region
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Portugal
Population
6,606
Residents
Overview
Plan your visit: the sights of Arraiolos, what to eat and where to stay.
Landmarks · Cuisine · Hotels
Delicious cuisine
What to eat, where locals go, and quick “must-try” food in Arraiolos.
Hotels & stays
Book the right stay in Arraiolos: best areas, smart picks, and options for every budget.
Arraiolos Castle
A rare circular castle from the 14th century on the hill above the village, with views over the Alentejo plains.
Salvador Church
The old parish church inside the castle walls, with a tiled interior.
Rug Interpretation Centre
A museum on the main square telling the history of Arraiolos rugs, with old pieces and live embroidery.
Main square
The long white square at the heart of the village, lined with rug workshops, cafés and the pillory.
Lóios Convent
A 16th-century convent just outside the village, with a tiled church and cloister, now a pousada.
Empadas de Arraiolos
Small pies of thin pastry filled with chicken or lamb, a traditional treat of the village.
Alentejo wine
Rich reds and fresh whites from the estates around Arraiolos and Évora.
Évora cheese
A small, firm sheep's cheese with a sharp flavour, made in the Évora region.
Arraiolos travel guide & FAQ
Arraiolos travel guide
Arraiolos is a small village of white houses with blue trim, 20 minutes north of Évora. On the hill above it stands one of the few circular castles in Portugal. The village is known everywhere for the Arraiolos rugs, wool rugs embroidered by hand in cross stitch since the 17th century, still made and sold in workshops along the main street.
What to see
Walk up to the castle, whose round walls enclose the Salvador church, and enjoy the view over the plains. Learn how the rugs are made at the Rug Interpretation Centre on the main square, then visit the workshops to watch the embroiderers. Just outside the village, the Lóios convent, now a pousada, has a fine church and cloister.
What to eat
Try empadas de Arraiolos, small pies filled with meat, a local tradition. Pair the creamy Évora cheese with a glass of Alentejo wine.
Nearby
Évora is 20 minutes away, Estremoz 30 minutes and Montemor-o-Novo 25 minutes.
Getting there
Arraiolos is about 130 km from Lisbon Airport. GoToo drives you door to door at a fixed price per vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers, so you can book with confidence.
A wool rug embroidered by hand on linen or jute in a slanted cross stitch, with floral and geometric patterns.
Yes. Workshops along the main street sell rugs and often let you watch the embroiderers at work.
Empadas de Arraiolos, Évora cheese and Alentejo wine.
GoToo runs private transfers, about 130 km, at a fixed price per vehicle.
Map of Arraiolos
Highlights
- 20 minutes from Évora
- Rug workshops to visit
- White Alentejo village
- About 130 km from Lisbon Airport by private transfer
Private transfers in Arraiolos
- ✓ Fixed price · no surprises
- ✓ Up to 90 min airport waiting included
- ✓ Professional licensed driver
Getting to Arraiolos
Arraiolos sits about 125 km from Lisbon Airport, roughly 105 minutes by road. Public transport often means changes and waiting, and may leave you a walk from where you want to be. A private transfer takes you door-to-door, with a fixed price and no connections — from €96 from Lisbon Airport.