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
#Castelo #castle #Guimaraes #Portugal #History 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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Petimão

While Petimão isn't home to many top sights, Chapel of Our Lady Fatima and Monastery of Saint Miguel of Refojos Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Petimão
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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
Basic Braga by Axis
Basic Braga by Axis
2 out of 5
Largo Da Estacao Maximinos, Braga
The price is AED 139 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
AED 139
AED 148 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Arco da Porta Nova and Palacio dos Biscainhos ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (387 reviews)
"Value for money, location, cleaniness"

Reviewed on 19 October 2024

Basic Braga by Axis
Vila Galé Collection Braga
Vila Galé Collection Braga
4 out of 5
Largo Carlos Amarante 4, Braga
The price is AED 452 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
AED 452
AED 479 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Braga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (467 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"

Reviewed on 26 December 2024

Vila Galé Collection Braga
Melia Braga Hotel & Spa
Melia Braga Hotel & Spa
5 out of 5
Av. General Carrilho da Silva Pinto, 8, Tenoes, Braga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 448 per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
AED 448
AED 475 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
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! (398 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay while attending a wedding."

Reviewed on 4 November 2024

Melia Braga Hotel & Spa
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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! (118 reviews)
"Value for money, central yet private. Would suggest to the property to provide a good cooking knife."

Reviewed on 3 November 2024

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
House, close to the Sea, in Esposende - Portugal
House, close to the Sea, in Esposende - Portugal
Esposende
Stay at this vacation home in Esposende. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Esposende Beach and Monumento Homem do Mar are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
Lovely stay
"Lovely clean property and owners went out of their way to welcome us and help make our holiday special. Great setting in view of the sea in an unspoilt part of Portugal. Only a short drive to the city delights of Porto (I recommend parking in Matosinhos and catching public transport or the hop-on ..."

Reviewed on 24 August 2022

House, close to the Sea, in Esposende - Portugal
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Popular places to visit

Bom Jesus do Monte which includes mist or fog, a garden and heritage elements

Bom Jesus do Monte

4.5/5(36 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Tenões with a stop at Bom Jesus do Monte. Discover the area's mountain views and cathedral.

Bom Jesus do Monte
Apulia Beach

Apulia Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Apulia Beach during your trip to Apúlia?

Apulia Beach
#Castelo #castle #Guimaraes #Portugal #History 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".

Guimaraes Castle

4.5/5(63 reviews)

Guimaraes Castle is just one of the places to see in Oliveira do Castelo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Guimaraes Castle
Braga Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral and street scenes

Braga Cathedral

4.5/5(130 reviews)

Find out about the history of Maximinos, Sé e Cividade with a stop at Braga Cathedral. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Braga Cathedral
Amazing #sunset on the beautiful village of Ponte de Lima! #portugal #sky #reflection

Ponte de Lima Bridge

You can learn about the history of Arca e Ponte de Lima when you stop by Ponte de Lima Bridge. Wander the riverfront and parks while you're in the area.

Ponte de Lima Bridge
Beautiful, The Archiepiscopal Palace of #Braga #braga_gram #visitbraga #minhoportugal #bragaportugal #visitportugal #igersportugal #portugalalive #portugalcomefeitos #portugal #sharing_portugal #topportugalphoto #discoverportugal #ig_portugal #portugal_em_fotos #super_portugal #portugalvisuals #portugalemclicks #findout_portugal #amar_portugal #portugallovers #RevealPortugal #weshareportugal #portugaladdict #portugal_gems #travel #city #streetphotography #architecture #palace

Santa Barbara Garden

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Garden, a lovely green space in São João do Souto. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Santa Barbara Garden