Guimarães Day Trip & Wine Tasting

Do you know about the heritage of northern Portugal? If you're in Braga, you can't miss this day trip to Guimarães, where we'll also enjoy a delicious wine tasting in a local winery!

Activity Details

We'll meet at the indicated time under the Arco da Porta Nova and, from this point in Braga, we'll make our way south.

After a journey of approximately 30 minutes, we'll reach Guimarães. Firstly, we'll visit the Castle of Guimarães, a 10th-century fort considered one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal. Here, we'll be able to climb the building and admire the views of the city while learning about the country’s foundation.

The next stop will be at the Paço dos Duques de Bragança, a 15th-century palace showcasing the grandeur of Portuguese nobility, featuring tapestries, period furniture, and medieval weapons.

We'll continue through the historic centre of Guimarães, strolling through narrow streets, passing old houses, artisan shops, picturesque squares, and cafés. Afterward, you'll have free time for lunch at city centre restaurants.

Post-lunch, we'll regroup to enjoy a tasting of Vinho Verde. Cheers!

At the end of the tasting, we'll return to the meeting point in Braga, arriving 6 hours after pickup.