Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Guimarães September 2025 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Guimarães](https://expedia.ca/Guimaraes-Hotels.d4902.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Guimarães Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Guimaraes.d4902.Car-Rental-Guide)[Guimarães Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Guimaraes.d4902.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Guimarães ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Guimarães Types of activities Where to stay [Guimarães travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Guimares.dx4902) ![Photo by Sérgio Veludo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/40464648209220220b49d8c693307aaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Sérgio Veludo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/40464648209220220b49d8c693307aaa.jpg) ![Photo by Sérgio Veludo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/64b916e32992b1cf6381176f6350caed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Sérgio Veludo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/64b916e32992b1cf6381176f6350caed.jpg) ![Photo by Tim Thomas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/86dd45f8d8d869bb7c142231a79d640f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Tim Thomas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/86dd45f8d8d869bb7c142231a79d640f.jpg) ![Photo by Sérgio Veludo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f741c1ed143d0bb805fb71a9338c1779.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Sérgio Veludo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f741c1ed143d0bb805fb71a9338c1779.jpg) ![Photo by Sérgio Veludo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ddd57f08c538ae7a27ac5741a31e9d91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Sérgio Veludo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ddd57f08c538ae7a27ac5741a31e9d91.jpg) ## Guimarães Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Guimarães has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Guimarães is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Guimarães to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Guimarães Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Guimarães. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Guimarães attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * Explore thousands of activities with **free cancellation and no added fees**. Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more. Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ## Recommended things to do in Guimarães | Number of things to do | 39 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Aix-en-Provence Highlights Scavenger Hunt Self Guided Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/aix-en-provence-highlights-scavenger-hunt-self-guided-tour.a49346897.activity-details): CA $17 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Cultural Route - Braga & Guimarães - from Porto](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/van-tour-braga-guimaraes-with-lunch-and-attraction-tickets.a2844190.activity-details) - [GUIMARAES Tour - Half-Day](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guimaraes-tour-half-day.a238651.activity-details) - [The Best Tour Guimarães and Braga](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-tour-guimaraes-and-braga.a48985173.activity-details) - [Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/authentic-braga-and-guimaraes-tour-with-lunch-and-green-wine.a47667347.activity-details) - [Private Tour Braga and Guimarães The North Remembers](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/braga-and-guimaraes-private-tour-the-north-remembers.a48898181.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Sightseeing Tours by Electric Tuk-Tuk in Guimarães](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sightseeing-tours-by-electric-tuk-tuk-in-guimaraes.a48158910.activity-details) - [Braga: Tuk Tuk City Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/braga-tuk-tuk-city-tour.a4524845.activity-details) - [Aix-en-Provence Highlights Scavenger Hunt Self Guided Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/aix-en-provence-highlights-scavenger-hunt-self-guided-tour.a49346897.activity-details) - [A trip through the “Vinhos Verdes” of the Basto Region](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-trip-through-the-vinhos-verdes-of-the-basto-region.a48335254.activity-details) - [Discover Quinta da Raza's Alvarinho Wines](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-quinta-da-razas-alvarinho-wines.a48196304.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Cultural Route - Braga & Guimarães - from Porto](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/van-tour-braga-guimaraes-with-lunch-and-attraction-tickets.a2844190.activity-details) - [GUIMARAES Tour - Half-Day](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guimaraes-tour-half-day.a238651.activity-details) - [The Best Tour Guimarães and Braga](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-tour-guimaraes-and-braga.a48985173.activity-details) - [Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/authentic-braga-and-guimaraes-tour-with-lunch-and-green-wine.a47667347.activity-details) - [Private Tour Braga and Guimarães The North Remembers](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/braga-and-guimaraes-private-tour-the-north-remembers.a48898181.activity-details) | ## What to do in Guimarães * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Guimarães ![Guimaraes Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/40464648209220220b49d8c693307aaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Guimaraes-Castle-Old-Town-Guimaraes.d6118380.Vacation-Attraction) ![Palace Duques de Bragança](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/891b2c7ecdddb516a633b6ced9e3870d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Paco-Dos-Duques-De-Braganca-Old-Town-Guimaraes.d6118382.Vacation-Attraction) ![Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f741c1ed143d0bb805fb71a9338c1779.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Igreja-De-Nossa-Senhora-Da-Oliveira-Old-Town-Guimaraes.d6118384.Vacation-Attraction) #### Guimaraes Shopping Mall You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Guimaraes Shopping Mall during your visit to Creixomil. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral. [](https://expedia.ca/Guimaraes-Shopping-Mall-Guimaraes.d553248621554123030.Vacation-Attraction) #### Citania de Briteiros You can find out about the history of Briteiros São Salvador e Briteiros Santa Leocádia when you stop by Citania de Briteiros. Visit the area's cathedral and spas. [](https://expedia.ca/Citania-De-Briteiros-Guimaraes.d6118392.Vacation-Attraction) #### Penha Explore the great outdoors at Penha, a lovely green space in Costa. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its wineries. [](https://expedia.ca/Penha-Guimaraes.d6118390.Vacation-Attraction) #### Estadio D. Alfonso Henriques Catch an event at Estadio D. Alfonso Henriques during your trip to Oliveira, São Paio e São Sebastião. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral. [](https://expedia.ca/Estadio-D-Alfonso-Henriques-Guimaraes.d6118378.Vacation-Attraction) #### Largo da Oliveira You can find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo when you stop by Largo da Oliveira. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral. [](https://expedia.ca/Largo-Da-Oliveira-Old-Town-Guimaraes.d6118386.Vacation-Attraction) #### Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolacao e Santos Passos After visiting Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolacao e Santos Passos, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oliveira, São Paio e São Sebastião. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral. [](https://expedia.ca/Igreja-De-Nossa-Senhora-Da-Consolacao-E-Santos-Passos-Guimaraes.d553248621532486877.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Guimarães ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/40464648209220220b49d8c693307aaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town Guimarães 5/5(5 area reviews) Unique features of Old Town Guimarães include the historic sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Largo da Oliveira or Antigos Paços do Concelho while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Guimaraes-Old-Town-Guimaraes.dx553248635939577087) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Guimarães ![Photo by Jazzinto ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ccfd576456e11ee08bd0de0205a6799b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fafe [](https://expedia.ca/Fafe.dx4717) ![Bom Jesus do Monte featuring a castle and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/78000/78356-Braga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Braga [](https://expedia.ca/Braga.dx6349) ![Photo by Julia Moreira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/24ff753c2fca8b96378b9d6a630f0224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vila Nova de Famalicao [](https://expedia.ca/Vila-Nova-De-Famalicao.dx6126695) ![Photo by Raymond François](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/27b2edf09631b07a05e2319c19734bdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Felgueiras [](https://expedia.ca/Felgueiras.dx6144030) ![Photo by Travelholic Path](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f23dfe51b579c8fddd5f586987895680.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Povoa de Lanhoso [](https://expedia.ca/Povoa-De-Lanhoso.dx6185364) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Guimarães worth visiting? > Providing a mix of walking trails and views, there's no shortage of things to do in Guimarães. When you're here, head to Sanctuary of Penha, a must-see attraction in the area. ### How do I spend a day in Guimarães? > Kick your day off with a visit to Antigos Paços do Concelho and Centro Internacional das Artes Jose Guimaraes. Then, check out different areas of Guimarães for tasty eats and some shopping. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Guimarães? > Sanctuary of Penha is one of the top tourist attractions in Guimarães and should be high on every sightseeing itinerary of the area. ### Is three days enough to stay in Guimarães? > Three days in Guimarães is plenty of time to visit the city's major highlights. Many travellers spend three days on average. Sanctuary of Penha, Centro Internacional das Artes Jose Guimaraes and Museu de Arte Primitiva Moderna are highly rated sights. Want to experience more? Stick around a while longer to visit nearby hotspots like Porto. ### Is Guimarães a walkable city? > With vibrant neighbourhoods and major attractions within walking distance of the city centre, Guimarães is a great place to tour on foot. Have fun wandering between Sanctuary of Penha and Centro Internacional das Artes Jose Guimaraes. Then take a stroll through Oliveira, São Paio e São Sebastião, located 0.32 kilometres from downtown, and Costa, which is about 2 kilometres away. ### What are some activities to do in Guimarães with kids? > Deciding what to do in Guimarães with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or toddlers, there are loads of family-friendly tours and attractions to keep them happy here. > > > > - [Cultural Route - Braga & Guimarães - from Porto](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/van-tour-braga-guimaraes-with-lunch-and-attraction-tickets.a2844190.activity-details) > - [GUIMARAES Tour - Half-Day](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guimaraes-tour-half-day.a238651.activity-details) > - [The Best Tour Guimarães and Braga](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-tour-guimaraes-and-braga.a48985173.activity-details) > - [Authentic Braga & Guimarães: Small Historical Group Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/authentic-braga-and-guimaraes-tour-with-lunch-and-green-wine.a47667347.activity-details) > - [Private Tour Braga and Guimarães The North Remembers](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/braga-and-guimaraes-private-tour-the-north-remembers.a48898181.activity-details) ### What to do in Guimarães for adults? > Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or fan of Mother Nature, there are plenty of things to do in Guimarães for adults including Museu de Alberto Sampaio. ### Are there free things to do in Guimarães? > One of the top ways to find free things to do in Guimarães is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Sanctuary of Penha is one spot that doesn't charge an entrance fee. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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