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Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo

Where to stay in Oliveira

#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

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

Old Town Guimarães
Hotel da Oliveira
Hotel da Oliveira
4 out of 5
Rua de Santa Maria-Largo da Oliveira, Guimarães
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,731 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
P8,731
P9,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Guimarães. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (398 reviews)
"This was our second stay at the Hotel da Oliveira. All being well, we shall be returning again. It is a most elegant space in the historical quarter, with themed guest rooms (ours was named after the inscription of the city on the UNESCO World Heritage List). LOCATION: Situated at the very heart ..."

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2024

Hotel da Oliveira
EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel
EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Largo do Toural N 116, Guimarães
The price is P4,993 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
P4,993
P5,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Guimarães. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Igreja de Sao Francisco and Galeria de Arte Jose ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (165 reviews)
"Beautiful place"

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2025

EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel
Dom Jose by Guestify
Dom Jose by Guestify
3 out of 5
84 Rua de Gil Vicente, Guimarães
The price is P3,538 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
P3,538
P3,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Guimarães. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Centro Internacional das Artes Jose Guimaraes ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"This is an Airbnb"

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2025

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Santa Luzia Apartments By Guestify
Santa Luzia Apartments By Guestify
4 out of 5
28 Rua Francisco Agra, Guimarães
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Guimarães. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Galeria de Arte Jose ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"It is a spacious apartment very close to shopping and dining. The host was exceptional in supporting our check-in to the property."

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2025

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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! (79 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 Oct 5, 2024

Signature Apartments Os Terceiros
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 Feb 7, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Guimaraes Castle

Guimaraes Castle

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
Paco dos Duques de Braganca

Paco dos Duques de Braganca

Find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo with a stop at Paco dos Duques de Braganca. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Paco dos Duques de Braganca
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira

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

Estadio D. Alfonso Henriques

Catch an event at Estadio D. Alfonso Henriques during your trip to Oliveira, São Paio e São Sebastião. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Estadio D. Alfonso Henriques

Guimaraes Shopping Mall

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Guimaraes Shopping Mall during your visit to Creixomil. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Guimaraes Shopping Mall

Citania de Briteiros

You can find out about the history of Briteiros São Salvador e Briteiros Santa Leocádia when you stop by Citania de Briteiros. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.

Citania de Briteiros

Things to do

Yellow building and stone archway in Oliveira Plaza in Guimaraes

GUIMARAES Tour - Half-Day

P3,328
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
GUIMARAES Tour - Half-Day
Sightseeing Tours by Electric Tuk-Tuk in Guimarães

Sightseeing Tours by Electric Tuk-Tuk in Guimarães

P4,630
per traveler
Sightseeing Tours by Electric Tuk-Tuk in Guimarães
Excursion to Guimarães and Serra da Penha from Porto with Lunch

The Best Tour Guimarães and Braga

P9,078
per adult
The Best Tour Guimarães and Braga
Guimarães - Castelo

Private Tour to Guimarães and Braga, two incredible cities

P19,729
per adult
Private Tour to Guimarães and Braga, two incredible cities
Port Wine & Sweet Johnsons - Amazing Douro Valley - from Porto

Port Wine - Amazing Douro Valley and Amarante - from Porto

P12,588
per adult
Port Wine - Amazing Douro Valley and Amarante - from Porto
UNESCO Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte

Braga & Guimarães Private Tour (All Inclusive)

P24,147
per adult
Braga & Guimarães Private Tour (All Inclusive)
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Guimarães