Viana do Castelo, Ponte de Lima & Barcelos Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Visit to Santoinho's farm and the transport museum.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2

  – Start your journey in this stunning coastal town, where the sea meets tradition. Admire the iconic Sanctuary of Santa Luzia, stroll along the elegant riverside promenade, and discover local crafts and folclore.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 3

  The Viana do Castelo Costume Museum was created in 1997 to study and disseminate the identity and ethnographic heritage of Viana through its exponent, Viana's costume that is the popular, rural, feminine costume worn in the villages around Viana do Castelo.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• (Pass by)

  Along our drive through Viana do Castelo you will see hospital boat Gil Eanes. This boat began operating as a hospital in 1955, supporting for decades, the Portuguese cod fishing fleet which operated on the banks of Newfoundland and Greenland.

  Admission ticket free
• 4

  In Viana do Castelo, you will get to know the fortress of Santiago da Barra. In a dominant position on the banks of the Lima River, the Santiago da Barra fort had the function of defending the anchorage and the people of Viana da Foz, now Viana do Castelo.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5

  After your visit to the center of Viana do Castelo you will follow your way to the top of the Santa Luzia hill. Here will be shown the breathtaking view from the Hill of Santa Luzia and visit the sanctuary.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6

  – Portugal’s oldest village is a true hidden gem. Nestled in the lush green hills of the Lima Valley, it offers scenic river views. The Medieval Center is covered with cobbled streets and are lined with manor houses, gothic towers, and charming plazas.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 7

  This Roman and medieval bridge is classified as a National Monument. It is considered the most emblematic monument in the city of Ponte de Lima.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8

  This themed garden allows you to take a journey through the art history of gardens, focused on Roman art, from buildings, irrigation and also plantations.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Ancient place of worship from the 13th century in honor of those who sailed along the river.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  We will visit the main church which is the oldest church in this town.

  Admission ticket free
• 9

  A town bursting with color and creativity. Famous for its traditional ceramics and the legendary Rooster of Barcelos.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 10

  We will visit this baroque church with its lovely blue tiles and golden carvings. This church is known for its legend about a dark wooden cross.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11

  One of the old city doors. On the top of the tower you have an beautiful view on the baroque gardens and the marketsquare. Inside of the tower there is an interesting artcraft expositions from local artists.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 12

  On Thursdays you have the possibility to visit the biggest market of Portugal. This market takes place right in the center of Barcelos.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 13

  Here you will discover the legend of the rooster and see the original cross from the legend. There are also some other interesting artifacts found all over the city.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 14

  Enjoy the lovely view on the Medieval bridge from the 15th century castle of the duke of Bragança.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 15

  We will visit the main church which is the oldest church in the city.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

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