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A Guimarães Hidden Gems Walking Tour Experience

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2h 30m
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Overview

Discover Guimarães - The Birthplace of Portugal with this immersive guided tour. Explore medieval castles, charming squares and step into the shoes of kings, queens and knights while walking through UNESCO-listed landmarks. Starting at the S. Mamede field, we move towards the heart of the city,...

What's Included

33cl bottle of water

Itinerary

Guimaraes Castle Stop 1
An 11th century fortress built to protect the city, a very important landmark for the formation of the kingdom of Portugal.
20 min
Igreja de Sao Miguel do Castelo Stop 2
The church where the first king of Portugal was baptized.
15 min
Paco dos Duques de Braganca Stop 3
Built in the 15th century it now houses one of the most important collections in the country.
15 min
Largo da Oliveira Stop 4
A medieval square where the foundation for the kingdom of Portugal was laid with the construction of a monastery.
15 min
Praca de S. Tiago Stop 5
A square with medieval tracing, now a square booming with life with it's bars and restaurants.
15 min
Largo do Toural Stop 6
The heart of the city, where locals meet and hang out.
15 min
Torre de Alfandega - Aqui Nasceu Portugal Stop 7
The last remaining tower of thew old city wall, now turned into a lookout with an amazing view of the city.
20 min
Zona de Couros Stop 8
A leather tanning industrial complex, it used to be the main industry for the city now turned into a memory for those who worked here.
15 min

Departure & Return

Start point

We will meet inside the São Mamede Field by the stone stage right in front of the castle. Your guide will be wearing a red cap and a green backpack.

End point

We will pass by this square early in the tour and then we will come back into it to finish our tour. In this square you can find a lot of typical restaurants.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for people with mobility impairments

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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