Old Town Guimarães Travel Guide

Guimarães

Portugal - built under the orders of Mumadona Dias in the 10th century to defend the monastery from attacks by Moors and Norsemen
Portugal - built under the orders of Mumadona Dias in the 10th century to defend the monastery from attacks by Moors and Norsemen
#Castelo #castle #Guimaraes #Portugal #History 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".
#Castelo #castle #Guimaraes #Portugal #History 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".
#Castelo #castle #Guimaraes #Portugal 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".

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#Castelo #castle #Guimaraes #Portugal #History 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".

Guimaraes Castle

Guimaraes Castle is just one of the places to see in Oliveira do Castelo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Guimaraes Castle
#Guimaraes #Portugal #church A Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira localiza-se no Centro Histórico de Guimarães em Portugal. A sua conservação externa não é das melhores. Tem uma arquitetura predominantemente gótica. É Monumento Nacional desde 1910. No seu entorno há uma série de atrações que também merecem uma visita. Saliento o Padrão do Salado, o museu de arte sacra Alberto Sampaio e a Torre dos Almadas. The Nossa Senhora da Oliveira Church is located in the Historic Center of Guimarães in Portugal. Its external conservation is not the best. It has a predominantly Gothic architecture and has been a National Monument since 1910. In its surroundings there are a number of attractions that are also worth visiting: the Salado Pattern, the Alberto Sampaio Sacred Art Museum and the Almadas Tower.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira

You can find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo with a trip to Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira

Palace Duques de Bragança

After visiting Palace Duques de Bragança, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oliveira do Castelo. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Palace Duques de Bragança

Largo da Oliveira

You can find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo with a trip to Largo da Oliveira. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Largo da Oliveira

Casa dos Lobo Machado

Enjoy an outing to Casa dos Lobo Machado during your stay in Oliveira do Castelo. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Casa dos Lobo Machado

Museu de Alberto Sampaio

You can browse the exhibits at Museu de Alberto Sampaio, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Oliveira do Castelo. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Museu de Alberto Sampaio

Things to do

Guimarães Castle

Braga and Guimarães Small-Group Tour with Lunch from Porto

Rp1.973.899
per adult
Braga and Guimarães Small-Group Tour with Lunch from Porto
Yellow building and stone archway in Oliveira Plaza in Guimaraes

GUIMARAES Tour - Half-Day

Rp1.196.302
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
GUIMARAES Tour - Half-Day
Santuário do Bom Jesus do Monte

Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour

Rp1.166.395
per adult
Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour
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Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park

Rp2.093.529
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park
Sightseeing Tours by Electric Tuk-Tuk in Guimarães

Sightseeing Tours by Electric Tuk-Tuk in Guimarães

Rp1.525.286
per traveller
Sightseeing Tours by Electric Tuk-Tuk in Guimarães
Excursion to Guimarães and Serra da Penha from Porto with Lunch

The Best Tour Guimarães and Braga

Rp2.990.756
per adult
The Best Tour Guimarães and Braga
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Top hotels in Old Town Guimarães

Hotel Toural

Hotel Toural

4 out of 5
Lugar A. L. Carvalho Guimarães
Stay at this hotel in Guimarães. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (310 reviews)
Very good, Nice size room. Tea making facilities in room would have been a bonus

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

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EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel

EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Largo do Toural N 116 Guimarães
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.712.164 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.712.164
per night
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Guimarães. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Galeria de Arte Jose Gomes Alves and Casa dos Lobo Machado ...
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Hotel da Oliveira

Hotel da Oliveira

4 out of 5
Rua de Santa Maria-Largo da Oliveira Guimarães
The price is Rp3.081.984 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp3.081.984
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Guimarães. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
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Vila Gale Collection Braga Hotel

Vila Gale Collection Braga Hotel

4 out of 5
Largo Carlos Amarante 4 Braga Braga
The price is Rp2.321.102 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
Rp2.321.102
per night
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this spa hotel in Braga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (565 reviews)
Very interesting property, although finding our way took practice. Great breakfast. Excellent location. Parking and check in were difficult.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

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Hotel Moon & Sun Braga

Hotel Moon & Sun Braga

4 out of 5
85 Rua dos Capelistas Braga
The price is Rp1.372.022 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
Rp1.372.022
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9 Mar - 10 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Braga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (278 reviews)
Lovely hotel. Fabulous housekeeping staff. Pedro at the front desk was exceptional. Would have been 5star but breakfast could have been better. While a delightful friendly young woman in the dining area she missed very simple things ie: burners either missing or not lit (cold eggs, sausage, peppers,) ...

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

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Holiday Inn Braga by IHG

Holiday Inn Braga by IHG

4 out of 5
RUA COMPLEXO DESPORTIVO 93 Braga
The price is Rp1.316.399 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
Rp1.316.399
per night
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Braga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sete Fontes and BragaShopping are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
Staff were lovely and professional

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Braga by IHG
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