Historical Tours in Braga

24 tours · €3.49–€219 per person · ★ 4.7

Braga historical tours pair Portugal's oldest cathedral city with the medieval streets that gave the country its name. Book one and you swap rushing past the Sé and Bom Jesus do Monte for a guide who walks you up that baroque staircase and through the old town's praças at an unhurried pace.

Most historical tours in Braga don't stop at the city. Popular routes loop in Guimarães, where the castle, ducal palace and old centre come alive by day or at dusk. Some pair the two cities in one small-group day trip; others fold in Peneda-Gerês for waterfalls and granite villages, and several run from Porto with hotel pickup. When you compare, decide between a tight Braga-and-Guimarães walk and a wider full-day loop, then pick a private driver-guide if you'd rather set the route.

24 Braga historical tours from €3. Small-group and private, half- and full-day with hotel pickup and free cancellation on most - book online.

Private tour
5.0 Excellent 97 reviews
9h

Small Group Braga & Guimarães with Pick up & Drop off

Embark on an exclusive journey through two of Portugal's most historic cities, Braga and Guimarães, on this premium small-group tour. We begin in Bra...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 46 reviews
8h

Private Culture and Wine Tourism Tour

We are passionate about people, so we always put your interest first. Passion for people allows us to listen to them and offer them exactly what they ...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 97 reviews
9h

Minho Tour Private (Braga and Guimarães) Full Day

Board on a private full day tour filled with history and content, acompanied with an expert guide who will lead you through Braga and Guimarães. Fin...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 38 reviews
9h

Braga and Guimarães Historical and Cultural Tour from Porto

We may start visiting the very traditional and interesting Braga City Centre. It has the oldest Cathedral in Portugal. The first one to be built in th...

Free cancellation
4.8 Great 62 reviews
9h

Braga and Guimarães Small Group Tour with Lunch From Porto

Visit two important cities for the history of Portugal. Begin with a visit to Braga, known as the Rome of Portugal. Later, stop in Guimarães, or the c...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 123 reviews
8h

From Porto: Braga & Guimarães Full-Day Tour with Lunch

What makes this tour unique is the opportunity to discover the essential highlights of both Braga and Guimarães in one carefully organised full-day ex...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 32 reviews
4h

Braga: Half Day Private Tour from Porto

Braga, originally named "Bracara Augusta," was founded by the Romans in the 2nd century B.C. The city is rich with historical remnants spread througho...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.7 Great 2565 reviews
9h

Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

The Minho region is an old Portuguese province and its located in the North of Portugal. Minho is known for its green landscapes, crossed by affluent ...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 518 reviews
8h

Braga & Guimarães Small Group Tour: Lunch & All Tickets Included

Discover the Baroque Art and the Birthplace of Portugal: Braga & Guimarães Day Tour from Porto! Embark on an unforgettable guided day trip from Porto...

Free cancellation
In high demand
4.8 Great 408 reviews
8h

Porto: Guimaraes & Braga Small Group Tour with Lunch and Tickets

Guimarães, the birthplace of the nation and a UNESCO World Heritage site, exudes a medieval atmosphere with its 10th-century castle and 15th-century D...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 69 reviews
8h

Cultural Route - Braga & Guimarães - from Porto

Discover the most historical cities in Portugal! Heritage lovers and curious, take a look: Braga has its roots on the ancient Roman Empire. It's a bim...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.6 Great 5 reviews
4h

Medieval Guimarães- by Dusk or Day time -from Porto or Braga

Fall in love with one of the most impressive cities in the northern region. Guimarães is proudly the cradle of nationality, since in the distant twelf...

Free cancellation
Private tour
3.5 Great 4 reviews
2h

Braga Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

The Best Way to Discover Braga: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. S...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 14 reviews
9h

Waterfalls, Heritage and Nature in Gerês Park - from Porto

This visit is an authentic portrait of the region! With a foot inside and outside the protected area of the Peneda Gerês National Park (UNESCO 2010), ...

Free cancellation
Private tour

From Porto to Braga Full Day Tour History and Culture

Braga, the City of Archbishops, offers a unique blend of history and modernity. This full-day tour from Porto unveils the city's rich heritage through...

Free cancellation

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Planning a trip to Braga

Best time to visit

Braga is enjoyable from spring to autumn, with warm summers and pleasant shoulder seasons; its festivals and baroque churches are a highlight any time of year.

Getting there & around

Braga is about 40 minutes from Porto's airport (OPO) and well connected by train and bus from Porto. The historic centre is compact and walkable, with tours running to the Bom Jesus sanctuary and the Gerês national park.

Frequently Asked Questions

24 historical tours are available for booking in Braga on Guidekin. The highest-rated is Santiago de Compostela Tour with 5.0/5 from 4 reviews.

Prices range from €3 to €219 per person. The most affordable option is Braga Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour at €3. The premium choice is Minho Tour Private (Braga and Guimarães) Full Day at €219.

Based on 4107 traveler reviews across 24 tours, Santiago de Compostela Tour has the highest rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews).

Duration ranges from 1h 30m to 9h. The shortest is Guimarães Medieval Quest: Break the Curse and Save the City at 1h 30m. The longest is Santiago de Compostela Tour at 9h.

Browse 24 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and book directly on Guidekin. Most tours offer instant confirmation and free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

Most historical tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.

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