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Offered languages
- Portuguese
- English
Get introduced to Guimarães in the most authentic way: through its highlights, history, local flavors, and with a trusted local guide by your side.
Along the way, you will explore iconic landmarks such as the Castelo de Guimarães and the Paço dos Duques de Bragança, as well as local favorites and hidden corners loved by locals. Engaging anecdotes and personal insights from your local guide will connect Guimarães' history, culture, and tradition, bringing the city to life in an authentic and memorable way.
To complete the experience, enjoy a tasting of a local specialty. Whether sweet, savory, or regional, you will taste a real part of Guimarães' everyday culture and traditions.
By the end of the tour, you will have a great introduction to Guimarães, its local culture, and how to explore it on your own. You will walk away with personal recommendations and local tips on where to eat and what to see next, helping you make the most of your time in the city.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide beside the Padrão do Salado
By default, the tour may finish at a location other than the meeting point, unless you request a same-location return in advance.
Itinerary
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Guimaraes Castle (Pass by)
Face the fortress where Portugal's first king was born, crowning the granite hill above the UNESCO old town.
Admission ticket free -
Largo da Oliveira (Pass by)
Stand in the honey-stone square with the Gothic Padrão do Salado and café life at the cradle of the nation.
Admission ticket free -
Paco dos Duques de Braganca (Pass by)
Admire the austere fifteenth-century palace with its tall chimneys below the castle walls.
Admission ticket free -
Padrao do Salado (Pass by)
Pause at the fourteenth-century Gothic shrine commemorating the Battle of Salado in the heart of the old town.
Admission ticket free -
Rua de Santa Maria (Pass by)
Wander noble houses, wrought-iron balconies, and medieval lanes linking the olive square to the castle.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Group size limited to 15 participants for an intimate experience.
- Flexible walk tailored to your group's pace and interests.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Group size limited to 15 participants for an intimate experience.
- Flexible walk tailored to your group's pace and interests.
- Stops may change due to weather or local conditions.
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments
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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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