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Enjoy a truly unique and enriching Herbarium & Botanical Illustration Workshop on a local aromatic farm near Évora. Over 2 hours, accompanied by the farm owner, explore the property, identify the plants grown on-site, and learn how to responsibly harvest them. Using your collected plants, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of creating your own herbarium, then guided by a local artist to create a visual botanical record using one technique of your choice: cyanotype, watercolor or stamping. Ages 8+, free entry under 8.
Adult & Child
(Ages 08 & Older)
€ 87
Young Child
(Ages 07 & Younger)
Free
Create your own herbarium in Évora with a guided farm visit!
Enjoy a truly unique and enriching experience that combines botany, creativity, and nature during a herbarium visit and illustration workshop set on a local aromatic farm near Évora.
Accompanied by the farm owner, you’ll explore the property, identify the plants grown on site, and learn how to responsibly harvest them. Using the collected plants, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of creating your own herbarium, gaining the knowledge needed to continue developing it in the future.
Afterwards, guided by a local artist, you’ll create a visual botanical record of the plants you collected using an illustration technique of your choice. Available techniques include cyanotype, watercolor, or stamping, allowing you to express your creativity while deepening your connection with the natural world.
By the end of the experience, you’ll take home a started herbarium along with the skills and inspiration to continue expanding it over time. This workshop is ideal for nature lovers, creative travelers, and anyone curious about plants and botanical illustration.
What is included
- Guided visit to the aromatic farm and plant identification
- Introduction to responsible plant harvesting
- Herbarium creation workshop
- Botanical illustration session using one chosen technique:
- Cyanotype
- Watercolor
- Stamping
- All basic materials provided (paper, paints, pencils, brushes)
- A started herbarium to take home
What’s Not Included
- Transportation to and from the farm (private transfer available on request)
- Gratuities for the host
Itinerary
- Welcome – Guided visit to the aromatic farm with the farm owner
- Plant Identification – Identify and responsibly harvest plants on-site
- Herbarium Basics – Learn the fundamentals of building your own herbarium
- Illustration Session – Create a botanical record using cyanotype, watercolor or stamping
- Take Home – Leave with your started herbarium
Highlights
Guided by both a farm owner and a local artist. Combining hands-on farming knowledge with real artistic guidance gives the experience genuine depth.
Choose your own technique. Cyanotype, watercolor or stamping lets you tailor the creative process to your own interests.
A quicker entry point. At 2 hours and a lower price than the full 6-hour workshop, this offers an accessible way into botanical illustration.
Responsible harvesting, taught properly. Learning to identify and sustainably harvest plants adds real environmental awareness to the creative process.
Transportation
- Not included – contact us if you need private transfer
Meeting point
- After booking we will send all the details of the farm, location (meeting point) and contact.
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Which illustration technique should I choose?
You’ll choose one of three: cyanotype, watercolor or stamping, guided by a local artist based on your interest.How is this different from the Full Illustration Workshop?
This shorter, 2-hour version lets you choose one illustration technique, compared to the full-day workshop which covers all four techniques over 6 hours.Do I need my own art supplies?
No, all basic materials — paper, paints, pencils and brushes — are provided.Is this suitable for children?
Yes, this is a family-friendly experience — children aged 7 and under go free.Is transportation included?
Transportation is not included, but private transfer can be arranged on request.What languages is the tour offered in?
The tour is available in Portuguese and English.What is the minimum and maximum group size?
A minimum party of 2 is required to book. Groups of up to 20 are welcome.Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?
Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for our policy.
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This is a truly wonderful place, filled with sunlight and immersed in the natural fragrance of aromatic plants. It is an experience that truly engages all the senses. I highly recommend a visit, as well as the incredible products available. I plan to return whenever possible, whether for future events or simply to restock my aromatics. Thank you very much for such a wonderful experience!
– September 17, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent organic products with outstanding quality and beautiful design. The aroma of the naturally produced teas and infusions speaks for itself — I have never found products of such high quality elsewhere, and they never disappoint. An easy choice both for personal use and as a gift. I purchased gift hampers for Christmas and birthdays, and they make wonderful presents! I have also attended two workshops on the farm and highly recommend them. The team is fantastic and extremely attentive.
– October 02, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent products. Throughout the entire farm, you can clearly feel the care and dedication of a team driven by a genuine love for working with the land. The professionally organized events centered around aromatic plants are an extremely valuable addition. Not 5 stars, but 50 stars!!!
– January 04, 2026 – Verified bookingShare your experience
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