Old Town Braga Travel Guide
Braga
Visit Old Town Braga
Popular places to visit
Braga Cathedral
One of the oldest churches in Portugal is known for its art, architecture and tombs of notable people from the country’s history.
Santa Barbara Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Garden, a lovely green space in São João do Souto. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Arco da Porta Nova
Find out about the history of Maximinos, Sé e Cividade when you spend time at Arco da Porta Nova. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Antigo Paço Episcopal & Around
You can find out about the history of São João do Souto with a stop at Antigo Paço Episcopal & Around. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Jardim de Santa Bárbara
You can find out about the history of São João do Souto with a stop at Jardim de Santa Bárbara. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Archbishop's Palace
Find out about the history of São João do Souto when you take a trip to Archbishop's Palace. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Things to do
Braga and Guimarães Small-Group Tour with Lunch from Porto
Small-group Braga & Guimaraes Tour with Lunch and Entries Included
BRAGA & GUIMARAES Tour - Full Day
Braga Half-Day Walking Tour & Bom Jesus Sanctuary with Guide
Nature, Lagoons, Old Villages in Gerês - Private tour from Porto
Top hotels in Old Town Braga
Vila Gale Collection Braga Hotel
Room, facility, souroundingd
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hotel Moon & Sun Braga
Superb location great facility quiet and the staff was delightful. Nothing but good things to say about this hotel
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Burgus Tribute & Design Hotel
Yes, cooked for us, perfectly
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Braga Heritage Lofts
I visited in October 2025 mid month. The place was affordable, clean and location was great. It was nice to have the kitchen. There is an elevator but no front desk. However, person in charge was reachable by WhatsApp I would stay there again.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Porta Nova Collection House
Great location, nice staff, amazingly quiet for being right in the middle of the busy area.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Casa Augusta 3
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Braga
Misericórdia
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Misericórdia and surrounding area, you can visit Arco da Porta Nova and Termas Romanas do Alto Cidade.
