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Medieval Guimarães-Hidden Gems / Full day-from Porto
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
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.
Inclusions
What's included
- Local Guide/Driver
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up/Drop in Porto or Braga (if selected)
- Personal accident and liability insurance
- Available for free in the van
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrances - Paço dos Duques de Bragança, Castle of Guimarães, Oliveira church, Lookout tower
What's not
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
Itinerary
Get to know this imposing medieval castle up close. Originally built in the 10th century, it has undergone numerous transformations over time, and the most notable events that led to the emancipation of Portugal as a country passed through it.
Wonderful original 15th century palace with notable assets and decoration. You will visit a space/museum that is still one of the official residences of the presidency.
After we reach the hill top by van, you will be amazed by green and rocky areas, that have shaped little trails in between. We will stroll a bit around them and have a wide perspective for the city and sorroundings.
Admire the narrow streets and small squares preserved from medieval times. We will touch a lot of details and gems of this classified site (UNESCO 2001).
The old neighbour of the tannery workers. We will understand the processes behind this intensive and hard work.
The oldest construction in town (X century). Understanding the purposes and evolution of the monument and surrounding areas.
Experience a walk on top of a piece of the original defensive line of the city, dated from the XIII century.
Admire the ancient and modern city from the strategic lookout point.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Under the arch of the "Porta Nova"
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Portugal Autêntico
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Porto
- Its from-price is 51% below the median of the 408 day trips we list in Porto.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 197 of 408.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Porto
Porto tumbles down steep hills to the Douro River, a granite city of tiled churches, riverside cellars and port wine aged across the water.
The Ribeira district lines the riverbank with colourful houses, cafés and boats, part of a UNESCO-listed old centre beneath the iron arches of the Dom Luís I Bridge. Above it, the São Bento station hall is covered in blue-and-white azulejo tiles, the Clérigos Tower rises above the rooftops, and the Sé cathedral stands on its hill.
Top-ranked sights in Porto: Clérigos Church and Tower (Torre & Igreja dos Clérigos), Dom Luis Bridge (Ponte de Dom Luis I), Porto Cathedral (Sé Catedral do Porto).
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