Porto Trip Overview
Braga and Guimarães are considered the birthplace of Portuguese nationality. Braga by its religious power, the city of the Archbishops, is one of the oldest Christian cities in the world and has more than 2000 years of history. Guimarães (city classified World Heritage by UNESCO) capital of the then Condado Portucalense, by the military power.
The streets and monuments of Guimarães breathe history and enchant ….
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* Duration: 8 to 9 hours
* Starts: Porto, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Porto, Northern Portugal, Portugal
Braga and Guimarães are considered the birthplace of Portuguese nationality. Braga by its religious power, the city of the Archbishops, is one of the oldest Christian cities in the world and has more than 2000 years of history. Guimarães (city classified World Heritage by UNESCO) capital of the then Condado Portucalense, by the military power.
The streets and monuments of Guimarães breathe history and enchant ….
Itinerary
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Stop At: Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sameiro, Av. Nossa Sra. do Sameiro 44, Braga 4715-616 Portugal
The Sanctuary of Sameiro in Braga, is one of the largest and best known Marian temples in Portugal. It is the highest point of Braga, and offers one of the best views of the region. On days of clear skies, one can see clearly with much of the city.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Elevador do Bom Jesus do Monte, Largo do Santuario do Bom Jesus Tenões, Braga 4715-056 Portugal
The oldest water-powered Funicular still in existence in the world, endless staircases, fountains and baroque statues, surrounded by a blanket of centenary vegetation …
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Se de Braga, R. Dom Paio Mende, Braga 4700-424 Portugal
Still Portugal was not a country and there was already a Cathedral in Braga.
The Sé is undoubtedly the most striking building of the city. Braga was born and grew up around the Cathedral and today we can observe the influences of the most varied times in its walls and facades and in its predominantly baroque interior.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jardim de Santa Barbara, R. Dr. Justino Cruz, Braga 4700-314 Portugal
It is one of the most emblematic gardens of the city, geometrically divided into flower beds, with the corridors crossing them and surrounding a fountain that is in the center. It is a kind of haven or city oasis that invites us to take a break, read a good book or share a meal with friends.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Guimaraes Castle, Rua Conde D. Henrique Paço dos Duques, Guimaraes 4810-245 Portugal
The Castle of Guimarães is one of the great symbols of Portugal. Marked by the episodes that gave rise to the Portuguese Nation, the Castle of Guimarães will also witness the birth of the first King of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Paco dos Duques de Braganca, Rua Conde Dom Henrique, Guimaraes 4800-412 Portugal
The Palace of the Dukes of Bragança, located in the city of Guimarães, is a magnificent example of the 14th century manorial architecture and cradle of the Real House of Bragança.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Largo da Oliveira, Guimaraes 4810 Portugal
Largo da Oliveira, for centuries, was the heart of the Vimaranense borough, named after a secular olive tree planted in this place. In this square we can admire the Salado Pattern, the Church of Our Lady of Olive, the two monuments of Gothic style, and the medieval building of the old Paços do Concelho.
Duration: 30 minutes
