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Braga: Flexible Walking Tour in Historic Center

Braga: Flexible Walking Tour in Historic Center

Discover the charm of Braga on a captivating walking tour available in English, Portuguese, French, and Spanish. Explore independently with the Walkbox app, a top-rated, intuitive guide offering engaging stories and local insights to help you experience Braga like a local. The app works offline, and remote support from the tour’s curator is available to ensure a smooth experience. Explore over 50 points of interest, including iconic landmarks, picturesque streets, hidden gems and vibrant areas that reflect the city’s rich cultural heritage and timeless beauty. With a total length of 3 km, the route is relatively easy and takes approximately 3 to 4 hours to complete, depending on your pace and the stops you choose to enjoy along the way. Your walking tour begins at Campo das Hortas Square, entering Braga’s old town through the grand triumphal arch of Porta Nova. A turn onto Rua da Violinha, the city’s narrowest street, leads to the Dom Diogo de Sousa Archeology Museum. From there, you'll pass through Largo de São Paulo and Largo de Santiago, discovering remarkable monuments. Heading north, visit the Sé Cathedral, the charming Paço Square, and Carlos Amarante Square, home to the impressive São Marcos Hospital. Nearby, marvel at the Raio Palace before strolling along the lively Avenida da Liberdade to Praça da República. Take in the vibrant atmosphere, then explore landmarks like the Donjon Tower, Crivos House, and the serene Santa Bárbara Garden. The tour concludes at the Biscaínhos Museum, where you can relax in its tranquil gardens, conveniently located near the starting point. Begin anytime within 5 days of your booked date, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace. After booking, you'll receive simple, clear instructions to prepare for your tour.

Small-Group Braga Half-Day Tour with Bom Jesus

Small-Group Braga Half-Day Tour with Bom Jesus

The meeting point is near the “Arco da Porta Nova” - 09h30 a.m. Which also marks the memory of one of the entrances in the old medieval wall. Visit the Cathedral of Braga (the ticket is included). According to tradition, the Braga diocese was established in the third century, but history only confirms 900 years. Leaving the cathedral, go to see Igreja da Misericórdia. Then, stop by the Garden of Saint Barbara (Jardins de Santa Bárbara), Avenida Central, Arcada, Avenida da Liberdade, and Braga Market (It is open from Tuesday to Saturday). Finally, the private transfer to the marvelous Sanctuary of Bom Jesus. Local magnificent, combining the work of Nature and Man. The Bom Jesus do Monte Shrine is located on top of Mount Espinho, surrounded by a splendid forest. It was declared a World Heritage by UNESCO on July 07, 2019. It’s time to climb to Bom Jesus de Braga in the world's oldest elevator (funicular), moved by water. It was inaugurated on March 25th, 1882, and it’s a masterpiece of Portuguese engineering. Once at the top, we can admire the Baroque-style sanctuary “Bom Jesus” and contemplate the valley below Braga's old city. Our descent will be made on foot. You'll be rewarded with panoramic views of the city and its picturesque surroundings. We will finish the tour at the meeting point.

Braga Small-Group Food Tour: 3-Hour With a Local Guide

Braga Small-Group Food Tour: 3-Hour With a Local Guide

Braga Food Tour: Discover Local Flavors With a Guide on a Culinary Adventure Experience the heart of Braga through its food! This 3-hour small-group tour (2–10 people) takes you off the beaten path to explore the city’s vibrant culinary scene. Guided by a local expert, you’ll meet residents and learn about their lifestyle while indulging in Portugal’s finest flavors. Wine and Tapas Tour Itinerary STOP 1 Portuguese cheese from 3 different regions. STOP 2 Bifana (the Portuguese sandwich based on pork meat) and Gizzard with tomato and spices (Moela is the hind part of the stomach). STOP 3 Bolinho de bacalhau (codfish cake). STOP 4 3 Chocolate Tasting. STOP 5 Tíbias (Portuguese éclairs with custard). Perfect for food lovers seeking authentic experiences, this walking tour is a non-touristy way to immerse yourself in Braga’s culture. Come hungry, leave satisfied, and discover why food plays such a vital role in the daily life of this charming Portuguese city.

Braga & Guimarães: Premium Day Tour

Braga & Guimarães: Premium Day Tour

Your premium day tour of Braga and Guimarães begins with a pickup in a comfortable and air-conditioned vehicle by your certified guide. You will be led through the streets of Braga, to the busy commercial street of Souto. Along the way, you'll have the chance to gaze at the city's exquisite Baroque facades as well as its beautiful gardens, including the Santa Bárbara Garden. Visit Braga's cathedral, the Sanctuary of Sameiro, and the UNESCO Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, a Baroque masterpiece and a famous pilgrimage site. Afterward, pause and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.  Visit the medieval city of Guimarães where your friendly guide will lead you through the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança. Listen as they recount historical events from Portugal's past, including the history of the country's independence. Continue the tour by discovering the medieval streets and churches of the city. Before finishing the tour, you will also have time to explore the traditional commercial area of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city.

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The app is really great, intuitive to use, the navigation function is very precise, the texts/audios very informative. You can always jump back and forth between the sights, the corresponding photos and the maps. You can choose your own pace, or "continue" the next day if necessary, or determine the order of the tour yourself. If you have any questions or technical problems, you can get help/answers directly via WhatsApp. If the tour was not self-guided, I might have asked the guide further questions, but it definitely works without one. And the app is also available in several languages. Unfortunately, not yet in German. However, that is currently being implemented and we have already received a "preliminary version" so that we can already use the texts in German. Here too, the company was super flexible and helpful. The advantage here: We had to cancel due to the weather, but were at least able to do the tour "offline" at Horel, with videos and photos. Good replacement!

It indicates several interesting points outside the tourist areas, providing historical information about each site. It can be downloaded for offline use. It was worth it.

The tour was entertaining and informative. Cristine gave us lots of details about Braga. The tour is recommended

Very informative guide and a great way to discover Braga on foot

Inexpensive and yet complete. Do at your own pace.