Municipalities across Portugal are increasingly adopting tourist fees to better manage the growing number of visitors and fund tourism-related activities. Among the cities implementing this initiative is Évora, where Mayor Carlos Pinto de Sá has indicated that discussions are underway to potentially increase the fee. In 2019, Évora set the tax at one euro per night, but this time, a higher rate is being considered to align with other cities charging more.

With nearly 700,000 tourist overnight stays expected in Évora in 2023, the decision to adjust the tax is seen as necessary to support the city's infrastructure and tourism services. Mayor Pinto de Sá also emphasized the importance of updating the documentation produced by various partners, including the University of Évora and the Alentejo and Ribatejo Regional Tourism Authority, to reflect the latest developments in tourism management.

According to a reports in March 2024, the move to impose tourist fees is not unique to Évora. Cities across the Algarve region, a popular tourist destination, have either already implemented or are in the process of introducing similar taxes. Albufeira, for example, is set to introduce its tourist fee in May 2024, following the necessary approval processes. Other Algarve cities, including Vila Real de Santo António, Faro, Olhão, and Portimão, will charge €2 per night during the high season.

The primary goal of these fees is to provide additional funding to help cities manage the influx of tourists, maintain local infrastructure, and enhance the overall visitor experience. With the introduction of these taxes, Portugal is following the example of other European countries that have implemented similar measures to support sustainable tourism.