Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Guided Tour

Explore Braga and Guimarães on a guided day trip from Porto. Visit the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, Braga Cathedral, Guimarães Castle, and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza.
Explore two of northern Portugal’s most historic cities on a full-day tour from Porto to Braga and Guimarães, combining religious heritage, royal history, and UNESCO-listed streetscapes.

Start the day in Braga with a visit to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, known for its dramatic Baroque staircase and scenic setting. Continue to Braga Cathedral, one of Portugal’s oldest and most significant religious monuments, and enjoy time to admire its architecture and layers of history.

Midday, take a lunch break of around two hours. If you’d like, your guide can recommend a traditional local restaurant so you can try regional flavors at your own pace.

In the afternoon, head to Guimarães—widely known as the birthplace of Portugal. Visit Guimarães Castle and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza to learn the stories behind these landmark sites (entry tickets not included). Then stretch your legs with a walk through the UNESCO-listed Historic Centre of Guimarães, where medieval lanes, traditional façades, and lively squares create a memorable atmosphere.

After a full day of culture and discovery, relax on the return drive to Porto with drop-off at the end of the tour.

Per garantire la disponibilità, prenota il prima possibile. La prenotazione anticipata è consigliata soprattutto se stai pianificando il viaggio durante l'alta stagione come le festività pubbliche o i fine settimana.

Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.