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Discover Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, through a self-guided adventure on your own smartphone. Follow an interactive route past the castle, the ducal palace, and the medieval streets of the old town, unlocking stories, riddles, and quizzes about the nation's origins as you go. No app, no physical guide, and no fixed schedule — just your phone, an audio guide, and the freedom to explore this UNESCO city at your own pace.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Start your self-guided tour at the entrance of Guimarães Castle. Open your Ciceru experience nearby and follow the route on your smartphone.
The tour ends near Largo do Toural. Take a moment to enjoy the area before finishing your walk.
Itinerary
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Guimaraes Castle (Pass by)
The birthplace of a nation. This Romanesque hilltop castle is where Afonso Henriques was born and raised, and where in 1128 he began the fight that would turn a county into an independent kingdom.
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Igreja de Sao Miguel do Castelo (Pass by)
The first king's chapel. This is the Romanesque church where Afonso Henriques is said to have been baptized, right beside the castle where he was born.
Admission ticket free -
Paco dos Duques de Braganca (Pass by)
The duke's Burgundian palace. This 15th-century ducal residence was built in the style of a Burgundian manor and now houses period furnishings and tapestries.
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Rua de Santa Maria (Pass by)
Porta do Burgo: the gateway into the walled medieval town. Pass through this stone arch, once part of the town's fortifications, to begin exploring the streets inside.
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Largo da Oliveira (Pass by)
Rua de Santa Maria: the town's oldest street. Walk down this cobbled medieval street, lined with centuries-old houses, that has connected the castle to the town center since Guimarães was founded.
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Praca de S. Tiago (Pass by)
The merchants' old square. Once the heart of medieval trade, this arcaded square is surrounded by granite houses and was a hub of daily life in the walled town.
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Padrao do Salado (Pass by)
The monument to a medieval battle. This stone monument commemorates the Battle of Salado, one of the key moments tying Guimarães's history to the wider medieval conflicts of the Iberian Peninsula.
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Igreja e Convento de Sao Francisco (Pass by)
A 15th-century Franciscan convent. This peaceful religious complex reflects Guimarães's long monastic tradition and offers a quieter counterpoint to the bustling historic center.
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Jardim do Largo Condessa do Juncal (Pass by)
Tanques de couros: where hides were tanned for centuries. Nearby stood the tanning tanks that once supported Guimarães's medieval leather trade, a trace of the everyday industry that helped the town prosper.
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Largo do Toural (Pass by)
Largo do Toural: the grand square that closes the walk. This lively, palm-lined square marks the transition from the medieval town to the modern city center, a fitting place to end your self-guided journey through Guimarães.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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