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Yellow building and stone archway in Oliveira Plaza in Guimaraes 1
Arch over a narrow walkway in Guimaraes 2
Guimarães Castle in Guimaraes 3

GUIMARAES Tour - Half-Day

By Sightseeing Tours Shop
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$99 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Guided tour of Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal
  • Chance to see iconic wonders of a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • 12th-century Guimarães Castle, home to Portugal's first king
  • Walk in Olive Square & under the beautiful S.Tiago Square
  • Return transport for a stress-free experience

Activity location

  • GUIMARAES TOUR
    • Guimaraes, Braga, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Porto City Center (Hotel Pickup)
    • Praça da Liberdade
    • 4000, Porto, Porto, Portugal

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GUIMARAES Tour - Half Day

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Guimares Castle Visit,

Free time on Historical Centre,

Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$98.77 x 2 AdultsAU$197.54
Total
Price is AU$197.54
Until Sun, 28 June

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour of Guimarães
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return transport to and from your central Porto hotel
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guimaraes Castle admission visit
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place

Know before you book

  • Children 4 and younger are complimentary.
  • At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place

What you can expect

UNESCO-listed Guimarães is a significant city, often referred to as the birthplace of Portugal. Discover its iconic wonders and learn about its rich history as you gain a comprehensive insight into the heritage and culture of the city.

Leave Porto behind and enjoy a scenic drive through the Portuguese countryside as you head to Guimarães, renowned for being the birthplace of the Portugal. The city is a fine example of the evolution of a medieval settlement into a modern town. It has iconic landmarks that date back to the 15th century, such as the Guimarães Castle, and it won the 2012 European Capital of Culture award.

Explore the historic centre, home to Guimarães Castle, constructed in the 10th century and the residence of the first Portuguese king, Afonso Henriques. Then see the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, a medieval estate and former residence of the first Duke of Braganza. Pass by Olive Square, where you can observe daily life and admire the ancient architecture of its main church as well as the beautiful Padrão do Salado.

Location

Activity location

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    GUIMARAES TOUR
    • Guimaraes, Braga, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Porto City Center (Hotel Pickup)
    • Praça da Liberdade
    • 4000, Porto, Porto, Portugal