Barcelos, Braga & Guimarães Tour

30 min

On Thursdays you have the possibility to visit the biggest market of Portugal. This market takes place right in the center of Barcelos.

10 min

We will visit this baroque church with its lovely blue tiles and golden carvings. This church is known for its legend about a dark wooden cross.

Torre do Cimo da Vila

15 min

One of the old city doors. On the top of the tower you have an beautiful view on the baroque gardens and the marketsquare. Inside of the tower there is an interesting artcraft expositions from local artists.

Igreja Matriz da Paroquia de Santa Maria Maior

10 min

We will visit the main church which is the oldest church in the city.

Museu Arqueologico de Barcelos

10 min

Here you will discover the legend of the rooster and see the original cross from the legend.
There are also some other interesting artifacts found all over the city.

Ponte Medieval de Barcelos

10 min

Enjoy the lovely view on the Medieval bridge from the 15th century castle of the duke of Bragança.

5 min

We will start our citywalk in Braga entering by the old citygate.

5 min

Wander around in the Gardens of Santa Barbara and enjoy the flowers of the season.

Torre de Menagem

5 min

You will pass by the remainings of the 11th century castle part of the old city wall.

Praca da Republica

5 min

On the central square of Braga -where the ´old locals´ gather around to socialize- you will see a mix of interesting architure from different periods.

20 min

We will visit the main church of the city. Parts of this church are even older than Portugal itself.
In one of the chapels of this cathedral you will find the tumuls of the parents of the first King of Portugal.

30 min

The sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte is famous for its extensive staircase and its lovely gardens.
Here you will enjoy the beautiful scenery with a spectacular view over the city of Braga.

10 min

Enjoy the silence at the most peacefull sanctuary of Braga.
The sanctuary is build in neoclassical style and is the the largest Marian devotional shrine in Portugal, second only to the Sanctuary of Fátima.

Centro Historico de Guimaraes

10 min

The typical Largo da Oliveira is named after a miracle with a 500 years old olivetree what was situated on the square.
The square is surrounded by some 17th century traditional ´Porch Houses´ and the ´Nossa Senhora da Oliveira´ Church.
In the middle of the square there is a porch called "Padrão do Salado".The porch referes to the succesfull battle of Salado in the 14th century.
The charming square of San Tiago is marked by the presence of the old City Hall building and some residencial buildings from the 17th and 18th century. Lunch time (not included).

Paco dos Duques de Braganca

20 min

The Palace of the Dukes of Bragança was built in the 15th century by D. Afonso. He was the ´bastard´ son of King João I.
We will also visit the museum on the first floor of the palace with a collection of national and international antiques.

Igreja de Sao Miguel do Castelo

5 min

According to the legend the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, was baptized here. The presumed baptismal font that was used in the ceremony is kept here.

15 min

From the top of the mountains in Braga you will drive to Guimarães, the cradle of the nation, here you will discover the castle where the first King of Portugal was born and the chapel where he was baptised.