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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Eurostars Porto Douro

Eurostars Porto Douro

4 out of 5
Centro / Baixa
Price was $1,021, price is now $678 per person
$678
per person
Mar 5 - Mar 9
found 8 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Porto (OPO)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Nice hotel for the money. A bit hard to get to

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Eurostars Aliados

Eurostars Aliados

5 out of 5
Centro / Baixa
Price was $1,066, price is now $697 per person
$697
per person
Mar 5 - Mar 9
found 8 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Porto (OPO)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (473 reviews)
Clean room. Staff friendly and helpful. Area is good for restaurants.

Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025

Condes de Azevedo Palace

Condes de Azevedo Palace

5 out of 5
Centro / Baixa
Price was $1,390, price is now $925 per person
$925
per person
Feb 3 - Feb 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Porto (OPO)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (540 reviews)
Beautiful place in a great location with delicious breakfast and very friendly staff. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

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Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

Activity duration is 9 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was $70 and current price is $59 per adult
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Portuguese cuisine and wines in Old Farm 30' from Porto

Portuguese cuisine and wines in Old Farm 30' from Porto

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $176 per adult*
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Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park

Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $124 per adult
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Reviews of Guimaraes Castle

4.5
Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 57%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 6%
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4/5 - Good

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An iconic castle that should not be missed.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Old and dark, too expensive.

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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

Eurostars Santa Luzia

Eurostars Santa Luzia

4 out of 5
Rua Francisco Agra, 100 Guimarães
Eurostars Santa Luzia
B&B Hotel Guimarães

B&B Hotel Guimarães

3 out of 5
RUA ROMULO DE CARVALHO, 340 Guimarães
B&B Hotel Guimarães
Stay Hotel Guimarães Centro

Stay Hotel Guimarães Centro

4 out of 5
Av. D. João IV, nº 631 Guimarães
Stay Hotel Guimarães Centro
Hotel Toural

Hotel Toural

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

Torel Royal Court

4.5 out of 5
Rua de Camões Guimarães Braga
Torel Royal Court
Trovador City Guest House

Trovador City Guest House

3 out of 5
Largo do Trovador nº 20 Guimarães Porto
Trovador City Guest House
EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel

EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel

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