🏨 Porto: Guimarães and Braga Day Trip Activity

Porto: Guimarães and Braga Day Trip

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Duration: 9 hours

Departs: Porto, Porto

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

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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, discover the country's origins in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Guimarães. 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. Then 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.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Porto city center

Lunch

Professional guide

What's Not Included

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Hotel Pick up and drop off

Traveler Information

INFANT: Age: 0 - 3
CHILD: Age: 4 - 12
ADULT: Age: 13 - 99

Additional Info

Dress code is smart casual
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Specialized infant seats are available
There is no bathroom on board the bus
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

A moderate amount of walking is involved
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Minimum passenger required to run - 2 persons
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
The tours may be changed without prior notice
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers

What To Expect

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.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

It is today the second largest center of Marian devotion in Portugal, so it is a must visit place in the Minho capital.
It is a stunning building that attracts a large number of devotees and tourists. Did you know that Mount Sameiro is the highest point in the city? From there you will have fantastic views that cover hundreds and hundreds of kilometers. Not only for the Catholic faith, but for its architecture, you will understand why this monument is so amazing to everyone.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bom Jesus Funicular

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.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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