Walking Tour in Guimarães

Discover the highlights of Guimarães on a walking tour of approximately 2 hours with experienced local guides.

Why choose this experience

Are you curious about the place where Portugal was born? Then come on this guided tour of Guimarães and discover the city highlights.

Guimarães is the birthplace of Portugal and is located in the north of the country. It was here that D. Afonso Henriques (the first king of Portugal) founded the nation, becoming a symbol of the city. The historic centre of Guimarães is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001.

The tour will start at Largo do Toural, a central square in Guimarães. There you will see the iconic "Aqui Nasceu Portugal", inscribed on a walled wall. Then you will head to the picturesque area of Couros, where you will find narrow streets and typical houses. You will continue to Oliveira, a place which concentrates restaurants and bars for all tastes, as well as traditional shops and museums. The visit will end at Guimarães Castle, the city's main monument and tourist attraction.

Planned by local and experienced guides, this tour includes the most important places in Guimarães and will be a memorable experience.

What's included

Entrance to the Guimarães Castle
Certified tour guide (languages: english and spanish)

What's not included

Transportation
Tips

Estimated duration: 2h30
Times available: 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM

Deposits are non-refundable. To get a refund, you must cancel at least 48 hours before your experience start time. If you cancel less than 48 hours before the start time of the experience, the amount paid will not be refunded. Any changes made less than 48 hours before the start time of the experience will not be accepted. Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time. This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If canceled because the minimum has not been met, you will receive a different date/experience or a full refund.