Cultural Route - Braga & Guimarães - from Porto

Overview

Discover the most historical cities in Portugal! Heritage lovers and curious, take a look: Braga has its roots on the ancient Roman Empire. It's a bimillennial comercial city with strategic position serving the world's center - Rome, back in I BC. Known as Bracara Augusta in honor of the Roman Emperor Augustus, keeps its importance and legacy very present on remains and structure of the city center and surroundings. Guimarães, by it's turn, is the cradle of nationality. It was the battleground of our independence from the kingdom of León, and the birthplace of Afonso Henriques (our first king). It is an enchanted city that maintains the original medieval structure and architectural features that earned the distinction as a cultural world heritage site by UNESCO (2001).

Itinerary

1. Guimarães Castle

   Ticket + Guided visit

   · 30 min· Admission included

2. Centro Histórico de Guimarães

   A true reincarnation on the medieval city center, with cultural guide through the narrow streets and fortified walls.

   · 2 h

3. Montanha- Parque da Penha

   Beautiful nature areas, with a catholic shrine on the peak, huge granite rocks that you can explore under and above, and a fantastic view over the city and surroundings.

   · 1 h 30 min

4. Bom Jesus Do Monte

   World heritage site by UNESCO since 2019, this set composed by a shrine, stairway and nature/garden areas, is for sure one of the most beautiful arrangements settled by the catholic church.

   · 1 h

5. Torre de Menagem

   The last and untouched remain of the city castle.

   · 15 min

6. Sé de Braga

   XI Century catholic cathedral. One of the most beautiful in the country! The construction was ordered by Teresa de Leão (Portugal's fist king mother).

   · 30 min· Admission included

7. Braga

   The bimillenar city that preserves and mixes in harmony the roman, medieval and contemporary sights, is perfect for a easy and relaxed guided walk.

   · 2 h

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

We can meet at the designated meeting point or pick you up at the accommodation in Porto, Braga or Guimarães city center.

How to use your ticket

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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Activity offered by Portugal Autêntico via Viator.