Guimaraes Castle (Castelo de Guimaraes) Tours and Tickets

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.

Journey to two of Portugal's northernmost cities, Guimaraes and Braga, on this immersive guided day trip from Porto, including lunch. Meet your expert guide and set out for Guimaraes, an UNESCO World Heritage-listed town. See the 10th-century castle and the Dukes of Braganza Palace. Enjoy a satiating lunch at a local restaurant. Next, venture to Braga, where you will learn about its extensive Roman history from your informative guide. This is a great tour for Portuguese and European history buffs.

Discover the beauty of one of Portugal's most underrated regions on this full-day guided tour of Minho, from Porto. Located in Northern Portugal, Minho is known for its bucolic countryside, lush terrain, vineyards and delicious cuisine. Spend the day exploring it all with the help of a knowledgeable guide, including eating a memorable lunch at a local restaurant. Visit two cities, Guimaraes and Braga, to get to know the heart of the region.

Discover the rich culture of Guimaraes 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 Guimaraes 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 Guimaraes 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.

Explore two of Northern Portugal's oldest cities - Braga and Guimaraes - on this full-day tour from Porto. Discover the spiritual heritage of Braga, visit the magnificent Braga Cathedral, and enjoy a lunch of traditional Portuguese cuisine at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, continue to Guimaraes, where highlights include the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza and Guimaraes Castle.

Maximize time in Portugal with a full-day tour to the two heritage cities of Braga and Guimaraes. After getting picked up at your hotel in Porto, explore the historic center and striking castle of Guimaraes plus the Cathedral in Braga. Learn about each town's history from your guide and relax over a traditional Portuguese lunch including Vinho Verde, a wine produced locally.

Visit the historical city of Guimaraes on a 4-hour small-group tour from Porto, ideal for lovers of ancient history. Travel in a small group limited to eight people and visit hihglights such as the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Guimaraes Castle (Castelo de Guimaraes), the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança, and the city's historical center. Choose between morning or afternoon departure, and enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off.

The UNESCO-listed city of Porto is surrounded on all sides by top attractions and hidden gems, with stunning seaside scenery and centuries of history to explore. On this 5-day guided tour, reach diverse sites of interest including Aveiro, Braga, Costa Nova, Douro, Guimaraes, and Santiago de Compostela in comfort by air-conditioned minivan. With all your travel plus activities including wine-tasting included, relax and enjoy this beautiful corner of Portugal to the full.

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 Guimaraes to explore its medieval city center, Guimaraes Castle, and the Dukes Palace. Learn about the rich history of the UNESCO-listed cities from your informative guide and admire their beautiful architecture.

This is the ultimate action-packed tour of Portgual - ideal for those with limited time who want to see as much as possible, while traveling in comfort. You won't have to worry about booking transport, as hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers are included. Travel between dispersed sites with a guide to provide commentary. Highlights include a wine tasting in Porto, the canals of Aveiro, Costa Nova, Douro, Braga, and Guimaraes. 

Private full-day tour to Guimaraes, the "cradle of Portugal", and Braga, the "Portuguese Rome".During this tour you will visit the Castle of Guimaraes, the Duke of Braganza Palace and and the historical city centre, a World Heritage Site since 2001.Braga is a city with more than two thousand years of history, dating back to Roman times, and known for its profusion of churches and shrines, especially the Bom Jesus Sanctuary.

Spend the day exploring two important northern Portugal cities, Braga and Guimaraes, and learning about their significance to Portuguese history. Discover Braga's religious sites"”the Cathedral, and the Bom Jesus and Sameiro Sanctuaries"”before heading to the medieval city of Guimaraes. Walk around this UNESCO-listed ton and learn about its history as you pass important landmarks such as the Guimaraes Castle.

Explore the city of Guimaraes on a half-day tour from Porto. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed city is home to important historic sites including the 10th"“century Guimaraes Castle and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza. Hear the story of the Padrao do Salado monument that stands outside the Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira church. Explore the historic town center as your guide shares informative commentary about the city's history and importance to Portugal. Choose a morning or afternoon tour that includes admission to Guimaraes Castle.

Baroque churches, turreted castles and medieval relics are just a few of the sights you can expect to see on this day trip to two of Portugal's best-loved towns. Following pickup from central Porto, travel to Guimaraes and explore its candy-colored Old Town with your guide. Then, continue to Braga, where you'll visit sights like Se Cathedral on a guided tour before exploring independently. You'll also receive a hop-on hop-off bus ticket, valid for 48 hours.

Following a morning pick-up from your hotel in Porto, meet your private guide and take a seat on-board a luxury vehicle. With exclusivity and all the privacy go towards the north of Portugal to Minho region  Enjoy the impressive views, history and culture of Braga and Guimaraes. Have a glamorous lunch in one of the best restaurants in Braga.

Experience the Minho region of Portugal and its two most significant cities on this day trip from Porto. Visit Guimaraes, often called the 'cradle city,' which dates back to the 9th century; its historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then continue to Braga, and see the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte. You'll have free time during the tour to buy lunch, plus enjoy the lovely scenery of wineries and hills, where the region's 'green wine' is made, as you travel to each place.

Spend the day touring Guimaraes and Braga. Discover why Guimaraes has the distinction of a UNESCO world Heritage site as you have free time to explore the city center and stop for lunch. Admire the impressive façade and interiors of Bragança Palace, and try climbing the tower at Guimaraes Castle if you're feeling adventurous. This tour is ideal for visitors wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of Porto for a day of exploration.

Tour the 2,000-year-old city of Braga and the UNESCO-listed city of Guimaraes with a private guide on this 8-hour trip from Porto. Make the most of sightseeing on a tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off and in-depth commentary about the history of each site.