--- title: Braga and Guimarães Historical and Cultural Tour from Porto lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/porto/tours/braga-and-guimar-es-historical-and-cultural-tour-from-porto/ type: tour city: Porto country: Portugal price: 95 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 38 duration_minutes: 540 languages: [pt, en, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 6 of 10 (Braga) schedule_checked: 2026-08-31 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/braga-and-guimar-es-historical-and-cultural-tour-from-porto/ --- # Braga and Guimarães Historical and Cultural Tour from Porto **Guidekin's take:** Braga and Guimarães with the entrances to the cathedral, the castle and the Dukes' palace included, in a small group with an expert local guide; lunch is a separate option. The tour needs three people to run and children must come with an adult. 4.87 from 38 reviews at €95 per person for 9h. In our comparison: #6 of 10 in Braga, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview 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 the country. After this visit, we will head to the breathtaking and famous place, Bom Jesus do Monte and its stately sanctuary. On our way to Guimarães, enjoy a very tasty and typical lunch in a highly recommended restaurant. Arriving Guimarães prepare youself to be amazed by unforgetable afternoon in the majestic Castle and the stunning Duques de Bragança Palace, including visiting each room, full of the most historical details. Afterwards you will be able to enjoy Guimarães centre free time to shopping, walk around and taste some typical pastry. After some free time in this beautiful place, we will drive you back to Porto, full of new memories to remember and stories to tell. The estimated time of arrival to Porto is around 06:00 PM. Please note that the tour will be conducted in maximum 8-seater vehicles for your convenience. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please meet us at Rua Cândido dos Reis… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Max 8 people: small group - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food not included: Lunch - If not selected - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €55: ages 0 to 12 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €95 per person for the Lunch Not Included option; other options up to €120 - Duration: 9h - Rating: 4.87/5 from 38 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Touch Tours - Group: Shared, up to 8 travellers - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:30 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-08-31 ## Reviews 4.87 from 38 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 37 of 38. - 5 stars: 36 (95%) - 4 stars: 1 (3%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (3%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Lunch Not Included | €95 / person | French, English, Spanish, Portuguese | Lunch Excluded | | Lunch Included | €120 / person | French, English, Spanish, Portuguese | Lunch | ## What's included - All Transportation Costs – Fuel, tolls, parking fees, and vehicle expenses fully covered. - Bottled water - Entrance to Braga Cathedral – Visit the oldest cathedral in Portugal with centuries of history. - Entrance Ticket to Guimarães Castle – Explore one of Portugal’s most iconic medieval castles. - Entrance to the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza – Discover this beautifully restored 15th-century noble residence. - If selected - Expert Local Guide – A knowledgeable guide with deep local insight into northern Portugal. ## Not included - Gratuities - Any additional personal expenses - Lunch - If not selected ## Itinerary 1. **Guimaraes Castle** (30m; admission included) - Travelers will explore the legendary Guimarães Castle, considered the birthplace of Portugal. Accompanied by your guide, you'll walk through the castle walls and towers while learning about the early formation of the Portuguese nation and the role this fortress played in its... 2. **Paco dos Duques de Braganca** (45m; admission included) - Travelers will visit the impressive Palace of the Dukes of Bragança, a 15th-century noble residence built in medieval style. Inside, you'll explore its grand halls, historic artifacts, and period furniture while your guide shares stories about the influential Bragança dynasty... 3. **Bom Jesus Funicular** (55m) - At the Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary, travelers will explore one of Portugal’s most iconic pilgrimage sites, known for its monumental baroque stairway and panoramic views over Braga. You’ll also have the option to ride the historic water-powered funicular, the oldest of its... 4. **Se de Braga** (2h) - Lunch in Braga and Visit the Historical City Center 5. **Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sameiro** (35m) - Travelers will visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Sameiro, one of the most important Marian pilgrimage sites in Portugal. Perched on a hilltop with breathtaking views of Braga and the surrounding countryside, this neoclassical sanctuary offers a peaceful and spiritual... 6. **Jardim de Santa Barbara** (pass by, no stop) - The Jardim de Santa Bárbara is one of the most charming spots in Braga, located next to the historic Archbishop’s Palace. During the visit, travelers will have the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of this historic garden and, if they wish, enjoy a short coffee break at... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-08-31 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Please meet us at Rua Cândido dos Reis 105, Porto. Have a lovely tour. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ58t55eJkJA0R9BX1YJ2mvG4 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult - A minimum of 3 people is required to conduct the tour ## Compared with other Braga | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #6 of 10** | €95 | 9h | 4.87 (38) | shared, max 8 | | [Small Group Braga & Guimarães with Pick up & Drop off](/portugal/porto/tours/small-group-braga-guimar-es-with-pick-up-drop-off/?format=md) | €85 | 9h | 4.95 (129) | private | | [Cultural Route - Braga & Guimarães - from Porto](/portugal/porto/tours/cultural-route-braga-guimar-es-from-porto/?format=md) | €179 | 8h | 4.93 (91) | private | | [From Porto: Braga & Guimarães Full-Day Tour with Lunch](/portugal/porto/tours/from-porto-braga-guimar-es-full-day-tour-with-lunch/?format=md) | €89 | 8h | 4.89 (127) | shared | Ranked #6 of 10 in Braga by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €47 to €179, median €103; typical length 8h. 4 of 10 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/braga/?format=md ## More in Porto - All Porto tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/braga-and-guimar-es-historical-and-cultural-tour-from-porto/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/?format=md