Guimaraes Castle Tours

Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Tim Thomas
Photo by Tim Thomas
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
The kids will be fascinated by the stories and intrigue tied to Guimaraes Castle. Gaze up at this magnificent structure and help open their eyes to its colorful history.

Guimaraes Castle is the perfect place kick off your day in Old Town Guimarães. This fortified complex is recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Save time for other attractions like Citania de Briteiros, Estadio D. Alfonso Henriques, and Dom Afonso Henriques Stadium to make the most of what the area has to offer.

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YOUROPO - Bolhão

YOUROPO - Bolhão

4 out of 5
Centro / Baixa
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (406 reviews)
in the middle of a major shopping area. Close to Metro station. The property is spacious but a bit dated. It is very hot when we were there.

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

YOUROPO - Santa Catarina

YOUROPO - Santa Catarina

4 out of 5
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Really fantastic apartment! Stunning inlaid floors (although the floorboards are loose. It was gorgeous clean and huge! Wrybwindedul area to hang out and in a great location. Comfortable beds and great to have two bathrooms. Two toilets and two showers.

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YOUROPO - Flores

YOUROPO - Flores

3 out of 5
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New York (NYC) to Porto (OPO)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
What an amazing location and beautiful apartment. I would stay here every visit to Porto and cannot say enough about the staff, too. 10/10!!!

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

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This majestic stately home was built in the 15th century at the order of the illegitimate son of King D. João I, Alfonso, who was to become Duke of Bragança. He lived here with his second wife Constança de Noronha. More about Guimarães here: http://imoutoftheoffice.com/guimaraes-the-cradle-of-portuguese-nation/

Palace Duques de Bragança

After visiting Palace Duques de Bragança, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oliveira do Castelo. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Palace Duques de Bragança
#Guimaraes #Portugal #church A Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira localiza-se no Centro Histórico de Guimarães em Portugal. A sua conservação externa não é das melhores. Tem uma arquitetura predominantemente gótica. É Monumento Nacional desde 1910. No seu entorno há uma série de atrações que também merecem uma visita. Saliento o Padrão do Salado, o museu de arte sacra Alberto Sampaio e a Torre dos Almadas. The Nossa Senhora da Oliveira Church is located in the Historic Center of Guimarães in Portugal. Its external conservation is not the best. It has a predominantly Gothic architecture and has been a National Monument since 1910. In its surroundings there are a number of attractions that are also worth visiting: the Salado Pattern, the Alberto Sampaio Sacred Art Museum and the Almadas Tower.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira

You can find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo with a trip to Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira

Museu de Alberto Sampaio

You can browse the exhibits at Museu de Alberto Sampaio, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Oliveira do Castelo. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Museu de Alberto Sampaio

Antigos Paços do Concelho

Find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo when you take a trip to Antigos Paços do Concelho. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Antigos Paços do Concelho

Museu de Arte Primitiva Moderna

You can browse the exhibits at Museu de Arte Primitiva Moderna, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Oliveira do Castelo. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Museu de Arte Primitiva Moderna

Galeria de Arte Jose Gomes Alves

You can browse the exhibits at Galeria de Arte Jose Gomes Alves, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Oliveira do Castelo. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Galeria de Arte Jose Gomes Alves

Best Lodging Options Near Guimaraes Castle

Stay Hotel Guimarães Centro

Stay Hotel Guimarães Centro

4 out of 5
Av. D. João IV, nº 631, S. Sebastião, Guimarães
Stay Hotel Guimarães Centro
B&B HOTEL Guimarães

B&B HOTEL Guimarães

3 out of 5
RUA ROMULO DE CARVALHO, 340, Guimarães
B&B HOTEL Guimarães
Eurostars Santa Luzia

Eurostars Santa Luzia

4 out of 5
Rua Francisco Agra, 100, Guimarães
Eurostars Santa Luzia
Hotel da Oliveira

Hotel da Oliveira

4 out of 5
Rua de Santa Maria-Largo da Oliveira, Guimarães
Hotel da Oliveira
Ibis Guimaraes

Ibis Guimaraes

2 out of 5
Avenida Conde Margarido 12, Creixomil, Guimarães
Ibis Guimaraes
EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel

EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Largo do Toural N 116, Guimarães
EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel
Hotel Toural

Hotel Toural

4 out of 5
Lugar A. L. Carvalho, Guimarães
Hotel Toural
Torel Royal Court

Torel Royal Court

2.5 out of 5
Rua de Camões, 106, Guimarães, Braga
Torel Royal Court
Dom Jose by Guestify

Dom Jose by Guestify

3 out of 5
84 Rua de Gil Vicente, Guimarães
Dom Jose by Guestify
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