Minho

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Braga Cathedral featuring street scenes
Bom Jesus do Monte which includes a garden
Minho
Bom Jesus do Monte featuring a castle and a park
Palacio dos Biscainhos which includes a garden and flowers

Where to stay in Minho

Braga Cathedral showing street scenes

Old Town Braga

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

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

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

Cervães
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Lapa

Lapa might not have many top sights, but Ponte de Lima Bridge and Parish Church of Ponte de Lima are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lapa
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Misericórdia

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Misericórdia and surrounding area, you can visit Arco da Porta Nova and Braga Cathedral.

Misericórdia
Melia Braga Hotel & Spa
Melia Braga Hotel & Spa
5 out of 5
Av. General Carrilho da Silva Pinto, 8, Tenoes, Braga
The price is P8,984 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
P8,984
P9,710 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 24 - Apr 25
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! (401 reviews)
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Melia Braga Hotel & Spa
Basic Braga by Axis
Basic Braga by Axis
2 out of 5
Largo Da Estacao Maximinos, Braga
The price is P2,642 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P2,642
P2,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
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! (394 reviews)
"Value for money, location, cleaniness"

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Basic Braga by Axis
ibis budget Braga Centro
ibis budget Braga Centro
2 out of 5
Avenida da Liberdade, 96, Braga
The price is P2,086 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
P2,086
P2,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 24 - Apr 25
Stay at this hotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (553 reviews)
"Ok"

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ibis budget Braga Centro
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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! (126 reviews)
"Great location and everything we needed!"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 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! (79 reviews)
Location !!!
"A five-star location that is unfortunately overshadowed by significant maintenance and finishing details that unnecessarily detract from the hotel's rating, as it has the potential to be much better. However, I recommend it for its incredible location."

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

Signature Apartments Os Terceiros
Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar
Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar
3 out of 5
Rua das Charnecas, 100, Guimarães
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cottage in Guimarães. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
Great place to unwind
"Superb. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Had a very relaxing time. Everything was clean, we loved the villas. Facilities were great. We will be back."

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2024

Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar
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