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From Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip

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From Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip
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4.6  / 52691 reviews
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Travel through the Minho region from Porto to the cities of Guimarães and Braga on a day tour. Visit the centers of these 2 cities and learn about Portuguese history.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
French, Spanish, Portuguese, English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

K
Ken – Canada

The guide’s description of the history of the cities and the region was very good. The cathedral was impressive

J
Jennifer – United States

Our guide was great, very knowledgeable and patient with our four kids needing to use the WC numerous times. We had a great day.

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    R. de Mouzinho da Silveira 360A

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte

    Break time, Photo stop, Guided tour (1 hour)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Braga

    Guided tour, Free time (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Braga Cathedral

    Guided tour (30 minutes)

    Braga

    Lunch (1.5 hours)

    Optional

  • Bus/coach

    (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Guimarães Castle

    Visit, Free time (20 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Guimaraes

    Guided tour, Free time, Walk (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Finish at:

    R. de Alexandre Herculano, 4000-053 Porto, Portugal

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Explore the historical center of Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Spend time seeing Braga and visit an important sanctuary in the area
  • Learn about the rich history of the Portuguese people

Full description

Embark on a full-day guided tour of Guimarães and Braga from Porto, traveling through the scenic Minho region, known for its stunning natural landscapes and rich history. Meet you guide at our Meeting Point near S. Bento Train Station and then head to Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal and its first king, explore the medieval castle and the well-preserved historical city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Braga, one of the oldest Christian cities in the world, enjoy some free time to lunch, then visit the cathedral, the historical center, and the Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary before returning to Porto.

Includes

  • Transportation in a minibus with air conditioning
  • Guide
  • Entry ticket for Braga's Cathedral
  • Entry ticket for Guimarães Castle
  • Porto City walking tour (available from the day after your experience)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch
  • Any monument fees that are not referred to in the product description

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

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Participants

Date

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the Living Tours/Tourist Service office across the street from São Bento train station.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Vegetarian and gluten-free meal options are available if requested before the day of the booking. Be sure to inform the local provider before the tour starts.
  • Tours are usually in one language, but a second language may be used.
  • Group size maximum capacity is 27 people.
  • The tour duration is an estimation, subject to local traffic and visit schedules
  • The services included in the tour are subject to third party availability and may change without notice
  • Experience Porto in a special way with Living Tours' Free Walking Tour, available to all customers who reserve this activity. Our tours are conducted daily, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The tours start from the Living Tours Agency at Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 2691 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Ken – CanadaMarch 16, 2025 – Verified booking
The guide’s description of the history of the cities and the region was very good. The cathedral was impressive
J
Jennifer – United StatesMarch 16, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guide was great, very knowledgeable and patient with our four kids needing to use the WC numerous times. We had a great day.
S
Sharona – United StatesMarch 11, 2025 – Verified booking
Beautiful towns of Braga and guimares ! Our tour was excellent and Castro our tour guide was excellent. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone staying in Porto not to miss!

Product ID: 32568

Activity provider:LIVING TOURS

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