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Guided Tour of Guimaraes - The Cradle of Portugal
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Duration
1h 45min
Meeting point
Tower with the letters "Aqui Nasceu Portugal"
Languages
English, Portuguese
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
On this free guided tour of Guimarães, we will visit the main points of the historic center of this medieval city, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and known as the birthplace of Portugal.
The starting point will be outside the walls, next to the emblematic Alfândega Tower, where you can read "Aqui Nasceu Portugal" - a phrase that sums up the historical importance of this place. From there, we begin our walk through the old town, exploring its cobbled streets, picturesque squares, and the buildings that witnessed the birth of the country.
Along the way, we pass places like Praça de Santiago, Largo da Oliveira, the Church of Nossa Senhora da Oliveira, and Rua de Santa Maria, immersing ourselves in the stories and legends hidden there. At a relaxed pace, we'll get to know every nook and cranny, stopping to appreciate the old façades, sculptures, iron balconies, and centuries-old tiles.
The final part of the tour takes us on a short climb to the Paço dos Duques de Bragança and Guimarães Castle, where we end the visit with one of the most impressive views of the city and Portugal's history.
The starting point will be outside the walls, next to the emblematic Alfândega Tower, where you can read "Aqui Nasceu Portugal" - a phrase that sums up the historical importance of this place. From there, we begin our walk through the old town, exploring its cobbled streets, picturesque squares, and the buildings that witnessed the birth of the country.
Along the way, we pass places like Praça de Santiago, Largo da Oliveira, the Church of Nossa Senhora da Oliveira, and Rua de Santa Maria, immersing ourselves in the stories and legends hidden there. At a relaxed pace, we'll get to know every nook and cranny, stopping to appreciate the old façades, sculptures, iron balconies, and centuries-old tiles.
The final part of the tour takes us on a short climb to the Paço dos Duques de Bragança and Guimarães Castle, where we end the visit with one of the most impressive views of the city and Portugal's history.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Aqui Nasceu Portugal
- Guimarães Castle
- Largo da Oliveira
- Palace Duques de Bragança
- Igreja de Santiago de Candoso
- Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira
On arrival
The guide will be in the garden in front of the tower with the letters Aqui Nasceu Portugal, identified by a Portuguese flag. If you have any questions, you can contact the guide by sending a message via the platform.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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