Igreja da Misericórdia Church of Tavira

Discover this church, considered the best Renaissance building in Algarve.

Igreja da Misericórdia Church of Tavira
© Celestino Manuel

The Igreja da Misericórdia Church of Tavira is considered the best Renaissance building in Algarve.

Its wonderful carved arcade is crowned by the statues of Nossa Senhora da Misericordia, São Pedro and São Pablo. Created by the stonemason master André Pilarte, who also worked in the Jerónimos de Lisboa Monastery.

It has three naves covered inside by 18th century tile panels representing mercy. On the presbytery there is a golden-wood reredo dating back to the same time.

More information:

Location:

Rua da Galería, Tavira.

Ticket Price:

Free admission.

Opening Hours:

From Tuesdays to Saturdays from 9:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 18:00.

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✓ To make Portugal, its culture and its heritage known.
✓ To promote sustainable tourism.

In collaboration with:

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Turismo de Portugal