Day Trip Braga and Guimarães from Porto | 9 hours

216 Reviews | Porto
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$123.88
Option without lunch
2 Adults x $61.94
$123.88
Approx Total
$123.88
Option without lunch
2 Adults x $61.94
$123.88
Approx Total
$123.88
Option without lunch
2 Adults x $61.94
$123.88
Approx Total
$123.88
Option without lunch
2 Adults x $61.94
$123.88
Approx Total
$123.88

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
  • Walking tour in Guimarães: UNESCO World Heritage since 2001
  • Professional guide
  • Entrance to Bom Jesus Sanctuary
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance to Guimarães Castle: medieval castle
  • Entrance to Sé/Cathedral of Braga: the oldest in Portugal
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Hotel Pick up and drop off

Overview

Travel north on a day trip from Porto to two of northern Portugal's historic cities, which are currently basking in the European spotlight. First visit the city of Braga, founded by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. The oldest Christian city in Portugal, Braga is celebrated today as the 2012 European Capital of Youth. First, discover the country's origins in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Guimarães. Visit the Guimarães Castle, a building full of history and the "birthplace of Portugal". Home to a 10th-century castle and the Dukes of Braganza Palace, the town today is filled with pride for being named the European Capital of Culture for 2012. Appreciate, on a walking tour, the medieval city of Guimarães. With small modern details, it is considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Get to know amazing landscapes, peaceful and beautiful places, king’s histories and Portuguese culture and devotion

Meeting points

R. de Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4000-069 Porto, Portugal

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Our Tourism office is located on the top of Rua Mouzinho da Silveira door number 352-354, near São Bento Train Station.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Braga

    Our first stop will be Braga, the capital of Minho, and then we will discover the historic city of Guimarães. Prepare your cameras and come with us to explore two of the most important cities in the history of Portugal! Braga is a city in the far north of Portugal, northeast of Porto. It is known for heritage and religious events. To the east, the Bom Jesus do Monte complex has a neoclassical church perched on an elaborate 17-story staircase. In the city center, the medieval-style Sé de Braga houses a museum of sacred art and the Gothic-style Chapel of the Kings. Nearby, the imposing Archbishop's Palace overlooks the Santa Barbara Garden.

    1 hour

  • Bom Jesus Do Monte

    One of the biggest highlights of this tour. Famous for its endless stairs and baroque details, this place will definitely impress you! Not only a religious monument, it is also a truly romantic and relaxing place with amazing views of Braga. Here, nature is privileged and protected with the utmost care.

    1 hour

  • Se de Braga

    The magnificent Braga Cathedral (also known as Braga Cathedral), a monument that combines three different styles: Romanesque, Manueline and Baroque. It is the oldest cathedral in Portugal - it was even built several decades before the founding of the country! Undoubtedly, this imposing cathedral is Braga's biggest landmark.

    1 hour

  • Centro Historico de Guimaraes

    After lunch in Braga, we will leave for Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal and World Heritage, since 2001. Guimarães is a true example of the evolution of a medieval city throughout history! This was the city where the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques was born. The history of Guimarães is related to the foundation of national identity and the Portuguese language.

    1 hour

  • Guimaraes Castle

    National symbol of the tenth century. From the outside, its medieval structure is impressive; Inside you can have magnificent views across the city. Afterwards, we will continue to pass by the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança and visit the Church of São Miguel.

    1 hour

  • Guimaraes

    Observe the imposing statue of D. Afonso Henriques and walk through Martins Sarmento Square. To end this short walking tour, discover Santa Maria Street, the Town Hall, Santiago Square and Senhora da Oliveira Church.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • There is no bathroom on board the bus
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • The tours may be changed without prior notice
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved

Free Cancellation

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Reviews

4.5

216 reviews

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    145
  • 4 stars
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  • 3 stars
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  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 145 reviews with 5 stars

Great tour

Published on Oct, 2024

Great trip to Braga and Guimarães with Tiago. Fun and very informative. We were able to see lots of beautiful places and learn some history

Very enjoyable Day trip from Porto

Published on Oct, 2024

Escaping the frenetic and rather claustrophobic confines of Porto, beautiful city though it is, for the gentler but still pleasantly buzzy locations of Guimaraes and Braga was a real delight. Our guide, Jose, was excellent, well informed, friendly, helpful and enhanced the enjoyment of the trip. We opted out of the lunch offer and spent more time strolling around the lovely city of Braga where plenty of interesting eateries are available. The guided tour with Jose later, especially the cathedral visit, was fascinating as was the final leg of the tour to the shrine of Bom Jesus. All very good value.

Great tour!

Published on Aug, 2024

Great tour with spacious van transfer to explore historical cities in Northern Portugal! We particularly liked being able to explore these quaint cities on our own during free time. Josè was a wonderful and knowledgeable tour guide!

So worth it

Published on Jul, 2024

Excellent trip, worth every penny. Plenty to see, variety, with good guides on a new small people carrier

Very interesting and enjoyable

Published on Jul, 2024

A very pleasant tour of some of the areas of Portugal outside of Porto Braga is the 3rd largest city and gummeries is a beautiful town this a tour welll worth taking.

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