Old Town Braga Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
Things to do

Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

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

Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park

Braga Half-Day Walking Tour & Bom Jesus Sanctuary with Guide
Top hotels in Old Town Braga

Vila Gale Collection Braga Hotel
Everything about this hotel shines. The ambiance of the historic building is stunning. We loved the delicious and extensive breakfast and the sparkling rooms and lobby. The location was exceptional for visiting Braga’s old city. Thank you for a memorable stay!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Signature Apartments Os Terceiros

Burgus Tribute & Design Hotel
Kids loved the bath tub and two floor suite that we booked. Location was ok and we didn’t try their breakfast. Overall good but the only thing that was a bit uncomfortable was that the Parking overnight was too far with incomplete instructions for the customers traveling from outside Portugal.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Braga Heritage Lofts
Always a great stay.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Porta Nova Collection House
The hotel is in a very good position and close to the sights, lots of restaurants and shops. The hotel was very clean and our room which was a basic double had everything we needed. All the staff were excellent and went out of their way to be helpful especially the Manager José. Would definitely ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Hotel Moon & Sun Braga
Our stay( brought a friend along) was great; staff was fantastic, personable and very helpful. The location and the comfort of the rooms with a great balcony were outstanding. Breakfast had a lots of fresh good choices for every taste. We will definitely return to this hotel When visiting Braga in ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
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.
