Braga & Guimarães Day Trip from Porto - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Braga & Guimarães Day Trip
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 52.69 USD
Rating: 9 (3676 reviews)

I really enjoyed the tour with Rafa. Both the visit to Braga Cathedral and Guimarães Castle were very interesting, and h...

Laura Casas

On this day trip to Guimarães and Braga, we'll explore the beauty of northern Portugal, discovering one of the most important religious cities in the world and the "birthplace of Portugal."

Details

Duration

9 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide
Admission tickets (depending on selected option)

Not included

Food & drinks

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Calçada da Vandoma

Where does the activity end?

Rua de Alexandre Herculano

Reviews of our customers

9.0

Exceptional 25,563 Travelers·3,676 reviews

October 13, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
Braga looks great, but Guimarães falls a little short. Perhaps it had something to do with the fact that two couples kept us waiting for half an hour ...
As a couple
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September 16, 2026
Salvador Tatay Liñana
Valencia, Spain
The tour was very good, the guide Rafael was very helpful and attentive, his explanations and advice were very useful. The only drawback is that more ...
As a couple
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September 8, 2026
Laura Casas Atienza
Madrid, Spain
I really enjoyed the tour with Rafa. Both the visit to Braga Cathedral and Guimarães Castle were very interesting, and he also shared lots of interest...
Traveling solo
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August 23, 2026
Maria Luisa
Ibiza, Spain
The guide Joao was very attentive and kept an eye on the group at all times. The excursion could be shortened to 4 or 5 hours without a lunch break. ...
As a couple
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August 21, 2026
Remedios
Sevilla, Spain
Very good. The pickup was punctual and clear. Our guide, Joao, was fantastic, very friendly, and explained everything very well. Perhaps the climb up ...
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August 10, 2026
Marta
Zaragoza, Spain
A very comprehensive excursion that is well worth doing. The interior of Braga Cathedral is impressive and full of interesting details. Guimarães is c...
As a couple
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August 10, 2026
Marta
Barcelona, Spain
The activity was excellent, highly recommended. The guide, Bruno A., was very attentive and fun. The driver, Franco, was very calm throughout. The onl...
With friends
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August 5, 2026
Manuel Angel Blanco Sepulveda
Valencia, Spain
A very interesting excursion. Our guide, Pedro Manuel, is a true professional. He enlightened us about the history of Portugal from its founding, and ...
As a couple
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July 30, 2026
Inmaculada Nadal Paredes
Alcoy, Spain
Braga is gorgeous, I loved it. Guimarães is very beautiful too. I would highlight our guide Ana Pérez, who was super friendly, kind, always willing t...
Traveling solo
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July 27, 2026
Laura Ruiz Guasch
Ibiza, Spain
The excursion was fantastic. Our guide, Paulo Monteiro, was very attentive and explained both cities with enthusiasm and kindness. We would definitely...
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On this day trip to Guimarães and Braga, we'll explore the beauty of northern Portugal, discovering one of the most important religious cities in the world and the "birthplace of Portugal."

Braga & Guimarães from Porto

On the day of the trip, we'll meet at the Calçada da Vandoma, and we'll head to the north of Portugal to Braga. Let's go!

Once nce in the city, we'll see the interior of the Sé de Braga and the Santuario do Bom Jesus. We'll then go down into the city, where we'll take a guided tour of the historic center of Braga. On this tour, we'll see the exterior of such iconic monuments as the Episcopal Palace. We'll also walk through the most picturesque streets of its beautiful old town.

Then, before heading down to the city, we'll take a guided tour of the historic center of Braga. On this guided tour, we'll check out the outside of emblematic monuments such as the Episcopal Palace. We'll also walk through the most picturesque streets of its beautiful old town.

Having enjoyed some free time to pass through the city and perhaps do some shopping, we'll hit the road towards Guimarães. Once there, we'll visit the imposing Medieval castle and explore the delightful historic center, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wherever you are in the city, the fortified towers of the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza can be seen jutting above the skyline. Visiting its exterior, we'll note the influence of 14th-century French palaces on the architecture.

Finally, we'll say goodbye at Rua de Alexandre Herculano after 9 hours in total.

Tour Options

When making your reservation, you can choose one of the following options:

Day trip without tickets: This option does not include any admission tickets to the attractions. You’ll have free time while the rest of the group tours the inside of the monuments.
Day trip with tickets: In this case, admission tickets to the monuments are included, and you’ll also enjoy a guided tour inside them.

Small-Group Day Trip

If you’d like to enjoy this tour in a group of up to 8 people, you can book this Braga & Guimarães Small-Group Day Trip.

9.0

Exceptional 25,563 Travelers·3,676 reviews

October 13, 2026
Anónimo
Spain
Braga looks great, but Guimarães falls a little short. Perhaps it had something to do with the fact that two couples kept us waiting for half an hour ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 16, 2026
Salvador Tatay Liñana
Valencia, Spain
The tour was very good, the guide Rafael was very helpful and attentive, his explanations and advice were very useful. The only drawback is that more ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 8, 2026
Laura Casas Atienza
Madrid, Spain
I really enjoyed the tour with Rafa. Both the visit to Braga Cathedral and Guimarães Castle were very interesting, and he also shared lots of interest...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
August 23, 2026
Maria Luisa
Ibiza, Spain
The guide Joao was very attentive and kept an eye on the group at all times. The excursion could be shortened to 4 or 5 hours without a lunch break. ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 21, 2026
Remedios
Sevilla, Spain
Very good. The pickup was punctual and clear. Our guide, Joao, was fantastic, very friendly, and explained everything very well. Perhaps the climb up ...
Is this useful?
August 10, 2026
Marta
Zaragoza, Spain
A very comprehensive excursion that is well worth doing. The interior of Braga Cathedral is impressive and full of interesting details. Guimarães is c...
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 10, 2026
Marta
Barcelona, Spain
The activity was excellent, highly recommended. The guide, Bruno A., was very attentive and fun. The driver, Franco, was very calm throughout. The onl...
With friends
Is this useful?
August 5, 2026
Manuel Angel Blanco Sepulveda
Valencia, Spain
A very interesting excursion. Our guide, Pedro Manuel, is a true professional. He enlightened us about the history of Portugal from its founding, and ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
July 30, 2026
Inmaculada Nadal Paredes
Alcoy, Spain
Braga is gorgeous, I loved it. Guimarães is very beautiful too. I would highlight our guide Ana Pérez, who was super friendly, kind, always willing t...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
July 27, 2026
Laura Ruiz Guasch
Ibiza, Spain
The excursion was fantastic. Our guide, Paulo Monteiro, was very attentive and explained both cities with enthusiasm and kindness. We would definitely...
Is this useful?

Show all reviews

On this day trip to Guimarães and Braga, we'll explore the beauty of northern Portugal, discovering one of the most important religious cities in the world and the "birthplace of Portugal."

Braga & Guimarães from Porto

On the day of the trip, we'll meet at the Calçada da Vandoma, and we'll head to the north of Portugal to Braga. Let's go!

Finally, we'll say goodbye at Rua de Alexandre Herculano after 9 hours in total.

Tour Options

When making your reservation, you can choose one of the following options:

Day trip without tickets: This option does not include any admission tickets to the attractions. You’ll have free time while the rest of the group tours the inside of the monuments.
Day trip with tickets: In this case, admission tickets to the monuments are included, and you’ll also enjoy a guided tour inside them.

Small-Group Day Trip

If you’d like to enjoy this tour in a group of up to 8 people, you can book this Braga & Guimarães Small-Group Day Trip.

Braga & Guimarães Day Trip