Minho

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Braga Cathedral showing street scenes
Bom Jesus do Monte which includes a park
Bom Jesus do Monte showing a garden
Bom Jesus do Monte showing chateau or palace and a park
Palacio dos Biscainhos which includes flowers and a garden

Where to stay in Minho

Braga Cathedral showing street scenes

Old Town Braga

5/5(13 area reviews)

Old Town Braga is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Braga Cathedral and Santa Barbara Garden.

Old Town Braga
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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 Paco dos Duques de Braganca or Largo da Oliveira while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Guimarães
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Rubiães

Praia Fluvial do Taboão - Festival Paredes De Coura is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Rubiães and the surrounding area.

Rubiães
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Cervães

5/5(1 area review)

Check out nearby sights like Tibaes Monastery while you're spending some time in Cervães and the surrounding area.

Cervães
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Pedras Frias

You might consider checking out Torre do Relogio de Caminha while you're exploring Pedras Frias and the larger Dem area.

Pedras Frias
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Lapa

Lapa might not have many top sights, but Lagoas de Beritandos e São Pedro d’Arcos and Ponte de Lima Bridge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lapa
Innside By Meliá Braga Centro
Innside By Meliá Braga Centro
3 out of 5
Avenida Central Nº 107 a 117, Braga
The price is AED 453 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
AED 453
AED 492 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions BragaShopping and Praça da República are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 25 February 2025

Innside By Meliá Braga Centro
Hotel Flôr de Sal
Hotel Flôr de Sal
4 out of 5
Av. de Cabo Verde 100, Viana do Castelo
The price is AED 377 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
AED 377
AED 408 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Viana do Castelo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Shipyards of Viana do Castelo and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (116 reviews)
"The staff were exzellent and considered our needs."

Reviewed on 11 August 2024

Hotel Flôr de Sal
Melia Braga Hotel & Spa
Melia Braga Hotel & Spa
5 out of 5
Av. General Carrilho da Silva Pinto, 8, Tenoes, Braga
The price is AED 464 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
AED 464
AED 503 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bom Jesus do Monte and Sete Fontes are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (400 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay while attending a wedding."

Reviewed on 4 November 2024

Melia Braga Hotel & Spa
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.
Braga Heritage Lofts
Braga Heritage Lofts
3 out of 5
Rua Eça de Queirós 98, Braga, Braga
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
"This is my second time staying at Braga Lofts, and once again, it exceeded my expectations. The rooms are impeccably clean, spacious, and thoughtfully designed—minimalist yet fully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The location is unbeatable, right in the heart of Braga’s ..."

Reviewed on 7 February 2025

Braga Heritage Lofts
Signature Apartments Os Terceiros
Signature Apartments Os Terceiros
4 out of 5
Largo São Francisco Braga, Braga
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and conference space. Popular attractions Praça da República and BragaShopping are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)
"This guy needs to communicate with guests better. I requested how to get in the day before, then twice the morning of my arrival. I didn't hear from him until 2:30 pm and check in was at 3. I was in Braga at that point and had to go wait in a cafe until I got his email. (It was raining) When I showed ..."

Reviewed on 5 October 2024

Signature Apartments Os Terceiros
Blue House Ponte de Lima
Blue House Ponte de Lima
3 out of 5
RUA FORMOSA 22, Ponte de Lima, Viana do Castelo District
Stay at this 3-star golf aparthotel in Ponte de Lima. Enjoy free WiFi, cable TV channels, and minibars. Popular attractions Largo de Camões and Torre de São ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
"The property was well maintained and very clean. It is very welcoming and homey."

Reviewed on 28 June 2024

Blue House Ponte de Lima
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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