Guimarães

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Where to stay in Guimarães

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O Castelo de Guimarães começou por um mosteiro mandado construir por Mumadona Dias no século X, antes, portanto, da formação de Portugal. Como os ataques dos mouros eram frequentes decidiram construir uma muralha para proteger a comunidade e os monges que viviam no seu interior. Foi esta fortaleza que deu origem ao Castelo de Guimarães. Mais tarde, no século XII, foi neste castelo que nasceu Dom Afonso Henriques que viria a ser o primeiro rei de Portugal. Com a falta de uso o castelo foi-se degradando. Recentemente foi recuperado e classificado como Monumento Nacional. É também considerado Patrimônio Mundial pela UNESCO. Um lugar cheio de história e que foi berço de Portugal. Não é à toa que em um pedaço da muralha original tem os dizeres “Aqui nasceu Portugal”.

The Castle of Guimarães began with a monastery built by Mumadona Dias in the 10th century, before, therefore, the formation of Portugal. As the attacks of the Moors were frequent they decided to build a wall to protect the community and the monks that lived inside. It was this fort that gave origin to the Castle of Guimarães. Later, in the twelfth century, it was in this castle that Dom Afonso Henriques was born. Some years after he would become the first king of Portugal. With the lack of use the castle was degrading. Recently it was recovered and classified as National Monument. It is also considered World Heritage by UNESCO. A place full of history and that was cradle of Portugal. It is no wonder that in a piece of the original wall has the words "Here was born Portugal".

Old Town Guimarães

5/5(11 area reviews)

Unique features of Old Town Guimarães include the historic sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Largo da Oliveira or Paco dos Duques de Braganca while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Guimarães
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Caldelas

Caldelas might not have many top sights, but Citania de Briteiros and Sameiro Sanctuary are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Caldelas
Zero Box Lodge Porto
Zero Box Lodge Porto
3 out of 5
R. do Ateneu Comercial do Porto, 13, Porto, Porto
The price is $79 per night from Jun 25 to Jun 26
$79
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (302 reviews)
"all good"

Reviewed on May 29, 2024

Zero Box Lodge Porto
Moov Hotel Porto Centro
Moov Hotel Porto Centro
2 out of 5
Praca da Batalha 32-34, Porto
The price is $128 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
$128
$140 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Stay at this hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (577 reviews)
"Breakfast was expensive for what is available."

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

Moov Hotel Porto Centro
Eurostars Heroismo
Eurostars Heroismo
4 out of 5
Rua do Heroísmo, 235/237, Porto
The price is $112 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
$112
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel. Great staff."

Reviewed on May 30, 2024

Eurostars Heroismo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Spot Family Apartments
Spot Family Apartments
3 out of 5
Rua do Bolhão, 109, União de Freguesias do Centro, Porto, Porto
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (871 reviews)
"Great central location. Clean and spacious. The staff are very friendly and helpful. In particular, we are grateful to Joao and Leonor for all the wonderful travel tips that they kindly shared with us. Would like to stay here again."

Reviewed on May 28, 2024

Spot Family Apartments
YOUROPO - Bolhão
YOUROPO - Bolhão
4 out of 5
Rua Sá da Bandeira 393 - 397, Porto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (261 reviews)
"Great communication prior to arrival and during our stay. Apartment is spacious, very well equipped, clean and in a great location for all the old town and within walking distance to everything."

Reviewed on May 26, 2024

YOUROPO - Bolhão
Aparthotel Oporto Alves da Veiga
Aparthotel Oporto Alves da Veiga
4 out of 5
Rua Dr. Alves da Veiga, 65, Porto
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
"Lovely quiet garden area with pool for relaxing. Light airy mezzanine apartment with garden view. Few more coat hangers needed and coasters to protect furniture from hot drinks. Lots of restaurants and bars nearby street but not noisy, lovely few days stay."

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2024

Aparthotel Oporto Alves da Veiga
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Guimarães

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 27, 2020

It's a treasure you must need to find and explore at your own pace. The food is incredible too!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Oct 18, 2019

Make sure you explore the town and the history

5/5 - Excellent

JeremyG
Sep 23, 2019

I love this town! I lived there for 5 months in my twenties and loved coming back to visit 20 years later. The Castle and Paco dos Duques da Braganca are must visit sites. Try and find a hotel in the old city for a romantic small town getaway.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Sep 3, 2019

We had a great time there.

5/5 - Excellent

VR
Nov 5, 2018

Beautiful and lovely place!

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