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Private Guimarães Half-Day Tour from Porto

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Private Guimarães Half-Day Tour from Porto
Top rated
4.7777777 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.7777777 out of 5 stars
18 reviews

Known as the birthplace of the nation, Guimarães is a fascinating place to visit, with its proud castle and well-preserved medieval quarter.

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Duration 4 hours
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Spanish, English, Portuguese
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You will receive the exact pick-up time the day before by email, text, or WhatsApp. For this option with pick up included, you will have available a range of locations and hotels to choose from, please select the one closer from your accommodation.
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Aurelie – France

Great afternoon with Paulo. Top guide 👌. A well of knowledge!!!!

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Alessandra – Italy

Our guide was Joao. The weather was very bad but this didn’t stop them from giving us the best Guimaraes experience. We saw the castle, the city and learnt about the history of Portugal. Everything was perfect and Joao wasn’t only a great guide but also a great adventure friend! 100% recommanded, we are super satisfied and can’t wait for our next trip

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    21 pickup location options:

    Vincci Ponte de Ferro, Largo da Alfândega, Eurostars Porto Douro, Crowne Plaza Porto, an IHG Hotel, Hilton Porto Gaia, Monument to King Dom Pedro V, Pestana Palácio do Freixo, Sheraton Porto Hotel & Spa, HF Fénix Porto, Bolsa Palace, Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory, The Rebello Hotel & Spa, The Lodge Porto Hotel, Teatro Sá da Bandeira, The Yeatman Hotel, HF Tuela Porto, Hotel Dom Henrique Downtown, Portus Cale Hotel, Largo Amor de Perdição, Av. dos Aliados 106, Hotel da Música

  • Van

    (45 minutes)

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    Guimarães Castle

    Visit, Guided tour (30 minutes)

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    Guimaraes

    Guided tour, Walk (1.5 hours)

  • Guimaraes

    Break time, Free time, Shopping (30 minutes)

  • Van

    (45 minutes)

  • 21 drop-off locations:

    HF Fénix Porto, HF Tuela Porto, The Rebello Hotel & Spa, Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory, The Yeatman Hotel, The Lodge Porto Hotel, Teatro Sá da Bandeira, Monument to King Dom Pedro V, Bolsa Palace, Av. dos Aliados 106, Hotel Dom Henrique Downtown, Portus Cale Hotel, Hotel da Música, Largo Amor de Perdição, Largo da Alfândega, Vincci Ponte de Ferro, Crowne Plaza Porto, an IHG Hotel, Eurostars Porto Douro, Hilton Porto Gaia, Sheraton Porto Hotel & Spa, Pestana Palácio do Freixo

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Highlights

  • Visit Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Explore the 10th century Guimarães Castle
  • Learn all about the foundation of Portugal

Full description

Your friendly guide will pick you up from your hotel and transport you to historic Guimarães, a 50-minute ride away. Guimarães became known as the nation’s birthplace after Portugal’s first king named it the capital in 1128. Learn about this and more ancient Portuguese history while exploring the renowned city center. 

During your exploration, stop in at the 10th-century Guimarães Castle (admission included) before continuing to the Romanesque church of St Miguel. While here, visit the baptismal site of Portugal’s first king, Afonso Henriques. Stroll over to the stately Palace of the Dukes of Bragança (no visit), built in the fifteenth century to house the royal family.

Make your way toward the charming lower city to discover what earned this area of Guimarães its UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Meander through a sinuous maze of narrow streets, flanked by old houses decorated with statues. Arrive at the towering Nossa Senhora da Oliveira Church, where you can glimpse the ancient Padrão do Salado monument. Then journey to the outskirts of the city to explore Toural Square’s weekly fair.

Includes

  • Professional tour guide
  • Pick-up & drop-off at hotel
  • Transport in air-conditioned vehicle
  • Walking tour in the historical center of Guimarães
  • Entrance to Guimarães Castle

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Comfortable clothes

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

From $147 per person

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Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 18 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5
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Aurelie – FranceAugust 23, 2024 – Verified booking
Great afternoon with Paulo. Top guide 👌. A well of knowledge!!!!
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GetYourGuide traveler – AustraliaMay 18, 2024 – Verified booking
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Alessandra – ItalyNovember 16, 2022 – Verified booking
Our guide was Joao. The weather was very bad but this didn’t stop them from giving us the best Guimaraes experience. We saw the castle, the city and learnt about the history of Portugal. Everything was perfect and Joao wasn’t only a great guide but also a great adventure friend! 100% recommanded, we are super satisfied and can’t wait for our next trip

Product ID: 151073

Activity provider:EFun Tours
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