Guimarães Castle (Castelo de Guimarães) Tours and Tickets - page 2

Guimarães has one of the best preserved medieval centers of Portugal, where time seems to have really given way and magically stopped. Come to know more than the history and monuments of Guimarães. Visit the suburbs of the city, with its traditions, historical and cultural heritage, local gastronomy and its nature. It's Historic Center is classified as World Heritage Site by UNESCO, is a historical city of medieval origin and has its origin in the tenth century, known as “Cradle of the Nation” or “Cradle City”, for its crucial role in the formation of Portugal, and here the first Portuguese King was born. Highlights: • Full day tour (9h) • Pickup & Drop-off • Entrance to monuments • UNESCO Heritage site • Photos of the tour • Small groups (max. 6 pax)

Discover the cradle of our independency! Guimarães is a town in the northern region that preserves the medieval style and structure. In this visit, you will understand the history and roots of the portuguese! Guimarães is deply related to the most important events in Portugal's foundation, and also our first capital back on the 12th century. Since then, the area has kept its structure, including the castle and fortified wall. Today, countless pieces that tell the history of Portugal are still very present and visible to everyone. On this tour you will visit the most iconic monuments in the country, but also discover true treasures that even few residents know about! By the afternoon we take a journey to the highest point in about 40km, from where you will have contact with the greenest area of the surroundings, with a fantastic view over the town of Guimarães.

Explore Guimarães and Braga : Discover DE the charm of Guimarães and Braga, two historic cities that define the north of Portugal. This tour combines history, culture and gastronomy for a memorable experience. Start at Guimarães, the cradle DE Portugal. Visit the Palace of the Dukes DE Bragança, a 15th-century architectural jewel, and explore the Castelo DE Guimarães, a 10th-century fortress that symbolizes Portuguese independence. Delight yourself with a traditional minhoto lunch in Guimarães, where you will have oportuni DA to taste the green wine at the table, harmonizing perfectly with the flavors of the region. Continue to Braga, a city rich in religious history. Visit the Sé DE Braga, the oldest DE Portugal, with its impressive Gothic and Baroque design. Finish the tour at the Santuario do Bom Jesus do Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its imposing Baroque staircase and stunning views. This tour offers the perfect combination DE history, culture and taste.

In this experience, we show you two very different cities, each with a significant contribution to Portuguese history. In one part, we take you to Braga, one of the most religious cities in Portugal. In the other part, we transport you to the medieval ages, where Portugal was born as a nation. Braga has more than 2000 years of history. The city still preserves the prestige of country`s religious capital and it's also known by the splendid houses of 18th century, its gardens and its parks. Guimarães, where the historical city center, today classified World Heritage, send us back to the time of the foundation of the Portuguese Nationality, as remind us of the sign on his walls. The Palace of the Dukes of Bragança, which dates from 15th century, is also a must see on this experience.

Discover the rich culture of Guimarães and Braga on this private day trip from Porto. Northern portugal is home to the historical Minho province where lies the birthplace of the nation in Guimarães and the ancient city of Braga. With your expert guide visit famous monuments such as the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza the striking medieval Guimarães Castle. Then, explore the Bom Jesus do Monte sanctuary and Cathedral of Braga where you can delve into Braga’s Christian heritage. Your private guide allows for a flexible itinerary, so enjoy a tour that can adapt to your style along the way.

If you’re a lover of wine, no visit to Porto is complete without exploring the city’s world-famous wine cellars. As well as sampling two prestigious Porto wine varietals, you’ll embark on an interactive journey into the history of Porto’s wine heritage at an immersive museum and enjoy a lunch of typical Portuguese cuisine.

See a side of Northern Portugal that many first-time visitors miss on a private tour of Guimarães from Porto. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed city is home to important historic sights, including the 10th–century Guimarães Castle and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza—you'll see them and more on this comprehensive sightseeing experience. Explore the historic town center as your guide shares locally informed commentary. Choose a morning or afternoon tour that includes admission to Guimarães Castle.

Go back in time and experience important moments in Portugal’s past on this full-day private tour of Braga and Guimarães from Porto. Your guide/driver will pick you up from your hotel and escort you to the oldest city in the country, Braga, also known as the “Rome of Portugal” for its rich culture and traditions. Here you’ll visit the Sé Cathedral, the Bom Jesus Sanctuary and Sameiro Sanctuary. Next it’s off to the medieval city of Guimarães, where you’ll visit several historic sites including the Guimarães Castle, the Palace of the Dukes and the city’s center. Don’t miss this chance to get out of the city and explore the most historic places in Portugal.

Learn all about the foodie scene in Guimaraes on this private walking tour. Your guide will take you to places to try foods you might not find on your own. At each spot, try sweet or savory dishes, always complimented with drinks. Try vinho verde, craft beers, and traditional liquor as you make your way through the city, learning about its heritage through gastronomy.

This private tour is a journey to the real beginning of the portuguese nation. You will go to the place where Portugal was born and where everything started. Your private driver and tour guide will pick you up from your place of choice in Porto and start driving towards Guimaraes. This city is regarded as the birthplace of Portugal, and hosts a very wide variety of monuments and old buildings. Get to know the charming city centre of gothic buildings, traditional houses and delightful plazas. You will visit the ancient castle of Guimaraes, which is considered as the first of Portugal. This city has been declared as World Heritage site by the UNESCO in the year 2001 due to its high amount of historic and emblematic monuments. You will visit the oldest town in the whole country, Bracara de Augusta (Braga), which exists since the 1st Century BC.

Portugal is a small country that packs a lot of punch, with various cities teeming with history and culture—but building a seven-day itinerary that connects Lisbon to Braga and even the Douro Valley requires local knowledge most visitors don't have before they arrive. This private tour handles the routing and context, with private transport between all destinations included for ease.

Get to know Guimarães through the flavors that define northern Portugal. Often called the birthplace of Portugal, Guimarães pairs UNESCO-listed history with a proud food culture shaped by tradition, seasonal ingredients, and the warm hospitality of the Minho region. This guided experience focuses on the city’s culinary identity - comforting classics, regional favorites, and the everyday dishes that locals genuinely love. Food in Guimarães is more than a meal: it’s a reflection of community, craftsmanship, and long-standing customs that still feel alive today. With a relaxed pace and friendly storytelling, this tour connects Guimarães’ streets and history to its food traditions in a natural, engaging way. It’s ideal for curious travelers looking for an authentic introduction to the city - one that feels cultural, delicious, and distinctly northern.

Discover Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, on a private tour that blends history, culture, and nature. Travel in a classic Land Rover with a local guide and explore iconic landmarks. The Half-Day Tour is ideal for visitors who want a shorter experience beyond the city center. It includes the Citânia de Briteiros (ancient Celtic settlement), the Castro Culture Museum, the impressive Sanctuary of São Torcato, the exterior of Guimarães Castle (with optional interior ticket), and the scenic Penha Mountain with its panoramic views. The Full-Day Tour offers the complete story of Guimarães. It covers everything from the half-day, plus entrance to the Castle interior and a guided walk through the UNESCO-listed historic center with its medieval streets, monuments, and churches. Includes extra time and a lunch break (meal not included).

Cover two scenic locations for the price of one on this double-duty day trip from Porto. First, experience the highlights of stunning Guimarães, famous for its UNESCO-listed historic center and 10th-century castle. After a tasty local lunch—included in the tour—you’ll head to Braga for a peek at Bom Jesus do Monte, a Baroque-era pilgrimage site, and the town cathedral.

There's plenty to see in Portugal, but trying to stitch together the country's highlights in an efficient route can take the fun out of vacation planning. Save yourself the stress and check off areas including Lisbon, Porto, Sintra, Braga, the Douro Valley, and Tomar with a private guide. Over the 10-day trip, gain insight into Portugal's history, culture, food scene, and more.

Seeing Portugal end-to-end usually means stitching together trains, rental cars, and constant hotel check-ins. This private multi-day tour handles the logistics across two weeks, with a dedicated driver-guide and private transport linking Lisbon, Sintra, Coimbra, Porto, the Douro Valley, and the Algarve. Hotel pickup is included, so you focus on the cities, wine country, and coast rather than the connections between them.

This is a itinerary created with all the rigor and knowledge of our Portugal. So that you feel relaxed and comfortable while traveling through our cultural, scenic and gastronomic heritage. Always with the presence of our guides/drivers who accompany our customers, giving the best restaurant tips and all the historical information about the places.

Save hours of research and planning time, and see the best of Portugal over 12 days with this comprehensive private tour. As well as the country’s main cities—such as Lisbon and Porto—the tour showcases lesser-known villages, mountain scenery, and plenty of hidden gems. Along the way, learn about local gastronomy—with an introduction to Belem pastries, port wine, and delicious Algarvian seafood dishes.

Braga and Guimarães: Immersion in the Soul of Portugal Embark on a unique journey that will take you to the heart of Portugal's rich heritage. Our experience is a journey through time, taking you back to the history that shaped this captivating nation. The order of the visit may vary, but our commitment to the essence of the cities remains unchanged. This tour goes beyond conventional tourism. It's an opportunity to connect with the roots of Portugal, understanding its history, culture, and spirituality.

Portugal was born in Guimarães in 1109 — the castle is still there to prove it. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Guimarães's UNESCO-listed old town on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Follow clues to the Castelo de Guimarães, Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira, and Largo da República do Brasil — three landmarks at the very origin of the Portuguese nation • Start whenever suits you and take all the time you need — no time limit, no pressure • Works for families, couples, and friend groups; photo challenges in the medieval streets are more competitive than they look Around 2 hours, any group size, available in Portuguese and English. Nine centuries of Portuguese history started here — your phone knows where to begin.

Uncover the history of Portugal on this private guided tour to two of its oldest cities, Guimarães and Braga. Accompanied by just your party, enjoy the undivided attention of your guide and the flexibility to customize the tour according to your interests. Highlights include Guimarães' UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center and medieval castle, as well as Braga Cathedral, a Portuguese National Monument.

Discover the charm of Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, while savoring the region’s renowned Vinho Verde wine on this immersive private tour. Wander through the medieval streets, visit iconic landmarks like the Guimarães Castle and the Paco dos Duques de Bragança, and dive into the history of the first Portuguese capital. Between winery visits, you’ll indulge in a wine tasting experience at two distinguished vineyards, one steeped in centuries-old tradition and the other, a bold newcomer to the region's wine scene. A perfect blend of culture, history, and gastronomy.

Explore some of northern Portugal’s key cities on this full-day private tour. First, stop at the historic city of Braga with over 2,000 years of history and a lot of ancient Roman influence. Then head to Guimarães to explore its medieval city center, Guimarães Castle, and the Dukes Palace. Learn about the rich history of the UNESCO-listed cities from your informative guide and admire their beautiful architecture.

We visited the Baixo Minho region, a trip to a historic and spectacular Portugal. Braga, city of the Archbishops, has been an important religious and economic center for over 2,000 years. Guimarães, birthplace, guardian of the myths of origin, marked by monuments of great symbolic importance.