São Gonçalo

Travel Guide

Amarante probably had its origin in the primitive peoples who inhabited the Aboboreira mountain range (inhabited since the Stone Age), although the exact name of its founders is unknown. However, it only began to gain importance and visibility after the arrival of São Gonçalo (1187-1259), born in Tagilde, Guimarães, who settled here after pilgrimage through Rome and Jerusalem. To this saint is attributed the construction of the old bridge over the River Tâmega.
Amarante probably had its origin in the primitive peoples who inhabited the Aboboreira mountain range (inhabited since the Stone Age), although the exact name of its founders is unknown. However, it only began to gain importance and visibility after the arrival of São Gonçalo (1187-1259), born in Tagilde, Guimarães, who settled here after pilgrimage through Rome and Jerusalem. To this saint is attributed the construction of the old bridge over the River Tâmega.
Fun shot at sunrise of Church São Gonçalo and Ponte de São Gonçalo bridge reflecting in Tamega River
Casa da calçada in Amarante it's a Beautiful place to relax in a weekend. It's in the city center and it's in front of the Tâmega river. The restaurant has one Michelin star.

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Casa das Lérias

Casa das Lérias

3 out of 5
R. Cândido dos Reis 1 Amarante Porto
$58 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$64 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Amarante. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Museu de Arte Sacra and Mosteiro de São Gonçalo are ...
Casa das Lérias
Six Senses Douro Valley

Six Senses Douro Valley

5 out of 5
Quinta de Vale Abraão Lamego
$1,099 nightly
The price is $1,165 total per night from Feb 21 to Feb 22
$1,165 total
Feb 21 - Feb 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Lamego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Adega - Cadão Douro and Douro Museum are located ...
Six Senses Douro Valley
Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

5 out of 5
Portela do Rio, Pala - Ribadouro Baiao
$139 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$147 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Baiao. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (353 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA
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D'Autor Village

D'Autor Village

4 out of 5
Rua da Algária 473 Baiao Porto
Stay at this villa in Baiao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Quinta de Covela and Eça de Queiroz Foundation are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
We stayed here for about a week with our children aged 13 and 11. We loved our time here, the estate the apartments are on is beautiful. The apartment was clean and the staff are friendly and very responsive. Breakfast was delicious too.

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

D'Autor Village
Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar

Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar

3 out of 5
Rua das Charnecas, 100 Guimarães
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Guimarães. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
Sitio tranquilo, instalações excelentes, pessoal muito simpático. Na habitação havia alguma Humidade.

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025

Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar
Villa 15 minutes from Porto

Villa 15 minutes from Porto

Paredes, Carvalhal PARADA DE TODEIA
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Paredes. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Pista do Kartódromo de Baltar and ...
Villa 15 minutes from Porto
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Popular places to visit

Parque Aquático de Amarante

3/5(1 review)

Bring the kids to Parque Aquático de Amarante and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Fregim. Visit the spas in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its wineries.

Parque Aquático de Amarante

Amarante Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Fregim at Amarante Golf Course. Visit the spas in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its wineries.

Amarante Golf Course

San Gonçalo Church

You can find out about the history of São Gonçalo when you stop by San Gonçalo Church. Visit the spas in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its wineries.

San Gonçalo Church

San Gonçalo Bridge

Find out about the history of São Gonçalo when you spend time at San Gonçalo Bridge. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its wineries.

San Gonçalo Bridge

Solar dos Magalhães

You can learn about the history of São Gonçalo with a trip to Solar dos Magalhães. Visit the spas in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its wineries.

Solar dos Magalhães

Mosteiro de São Gonçalo

You can learn about the history of São Gonçalo with a stop at Mosteiro de São Gonçalo. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its wineries.

Mosteiro de São Gonçalo

Things to do

Douro Full Day Tour with Wine Tasting and Lunch

Douro Full Day Tour with Wine Tasting and Lunch

$130
per adult
Douro Full Day Tour with Wine Tasting and Lunch
Porto: douro valey, 2 Wine regions, Sommelier, boat trip & lunch

Porto: Douro Valley, 2 Wine Regions, Sommelier, Boat Trip & Lunch

$133
per adult
Porto: Douro Valley, 2 Wine Regions, Sommelier, Boat Trip & Lunch
Private Douro Valley Tour

Private Douro Valley Tour (2 wineries + boat)

$230
per adult
Private Douro Valley Tour (2 wineries + boat)
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Cities near São Gonçalo

Amarante probably had its origin in the primitive peoples who inhabited the Aboboreira mountain range (inhabited since the Stone Age), although the exact name of its founders is unknown. However, it only began to gain importance and visibility after the arrival of São Gonçalo (1187-1259), born in Tagilde, Guimarães, who settled here after pilgrimage through Rome and Jerusalem. To this saint is attributed the construction of the old bridge over the River Tâmega.

Amarante