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A Guimarães Hidden Gems Walking Tour Experience

By Sunhill Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 144 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
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, passing by remarkable monuments such as Guimarães Castle, S. Miguel Chapel, Palace of the Dukes of Bragança. Walk along the walls that once protected the city while having a glimpse of some of its iconic locations - Santa Maria street, Santa Clara Convent, Oliveira and S. Tiago Square - and learn about their history. Experience a panoramic view of the city by going up the “Portugal Was Born Here” tower - Alfândega Tower lookout. Visit the historic leather-tanning neighbourhood, a hidden rustic gem of the city. Finish by going up towards Oliveira Square. Each tour is unique, providing a truly immersive experience of the city and its highlights, contemplating the guide's experiences and insights.

Activity location

  • Guimaraes Castle
    • Rua Conde D. Henrique, Paço dos Duques
    • 4810-245, Guimaraes, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • R. de Dona Teresa 395
    • 395 Rua de Dona Teresa
    • 4800, Guimarães, Braga, Portugal

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A Guimarães Hidden Gems Walking Tour Experience
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
RM 144.05 x 1 AdultRM 144.05

Total
Price is RM 144.05
Until Fri, 21 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    33cl bottle of water

Know before you book

  • 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

Activity itinerary

Guimaraes Castle
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
An 11th century fortress built to protect the city, a very important landmark for the formation of the kingdom of Portugal.
Igreja de Sao Miguel do Castelo
  • 15m
The church where the first king of Portugal was baptized.
Paco dos Duques de Braganca
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
Built in the 15th century it now houses one of the most important collections in the country.
Largo da Oliveira
  • 15m
A medieval square where the foundation for the kingdom of Portugal was laid with the construction of a monastery.
Praca de S. Tiago
  • 15m
A square with medieval tracing, now a square booming with life with it's bars and restaurants.
Largo do Toural
  • 15m
The heart of the city, where locals meet and hang out.
Torre de Alfandega - Aqui Nasceu Portugal
  • 20m
The last remaining tower of thew old city wall, now turned into a lookout with an amazing view of the city.
Zona de Couros
  • 15m
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.

Location

Activity location

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    Guimaraes Castle
    • Rua Conde D. Henrique, Paço dos Duques
    • 4810-245, Guimaraes, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    R. de Dona Teresa 395
    • 395 Rua de Dona Teresa
    • 4800, Guimarães, Braga, Portugal

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