Old Town Guimarães Travel Guide
Guimarães
Visit Old Town Guimarães
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Antigos Paços do Concelho
Find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo with a stop at Antigos Paços do Concelho. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.
Galeria de Arte Jose Gomes Alves
You can browse the exhibits at Galeria de Arte Jose Gomes Alves, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Oliveira do Castelo. 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
Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour
From Porto: Waterfall, Lagoon, Old Village in Gerês National Park
Sightseeing Tours by Electric Tuk-Tuk in Guimarães
Top hotels in Old Town Guimarães
Hotel Toural
"Great location, staff, room and breakfast. The bed and pillows were so amazing, I had the best sleep of our vacation during our 3-night stay. This is our second stay at the Hotel Toural and we are already planning our third."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
EMAJ Guimarães Boutique Hotel
"Needs updating. Carpet was stained. Had to pay extra for a “deluxe” room because the stained carpet was disgusting. Weird stair situation."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hotel da Oliveira
"Lovely hotel right in the middle of the old town. Room was beautiful and service was excellent."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Vila Gale Collection Braga Hotel
"I was amazed by the attention to detail at this hotel. When I walked into my room on my birthday, I was greeted with a bottle of wine, a slice of cake, and a candle—such a beautiful, thoughtful surprise. It really made my stay unforgettable."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Moon & Sun Braga
"We feel we found a little gem with this hotel. Modern and stylish decor, spotlessly clean and helpful staff. We booked an interior room, as concerned about road noise but the front of the hotel faces on to a pedestrian precinct, so traffic noise wouldn't have been an issue. Only 5 minutes walk from ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Holiday Inn Braga by IHG
"Central location and friendly staff made for a pleasant stay"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
