Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Guimarães January 2026 | 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) ![Aerial view of guimaraes city, portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4902/bdca70d6-30fd-4a65-a52b-948532b7c121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of guimaraes city, portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4902/bdca70d6-30fd-4a65-a52b-948532b7c121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sao Tiago Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4902/5bf67131-727f-441d-9963-d3b69a08eaf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Guimaraes, Portugal - April 15, 2018 : gray day next to the castle of Guimaraes, Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4902/84c10b49-20f5-456e-a2b7-f97f049e066f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#Castelo #castle #Guimaraes #Portugal #History O Castelo de Guimarães começou por um mosteiro mandado construir por Mumadona Dias no século X, antes, portanto, da formação de Portugal. Como os ataques dos mouros eram frequentes decidiram construir uma muralha para proteger a comunidade e os monges que viviam no seu interior. Foi esta fortaleza que deu origem ao Castelo de Guimarães. Mais tarde, no século XII, foi neste castelo que nasceu Dom Afonso Henriques que viria a ser o primeiro rei de Portugal. Com a falta de uso o castelo foi-se degradando. Recentemente foi recuperado e classificado como Monumento Nacional. É também considerado Patrimônio Mundial pela UNESCO. Um lugar cheio de história e que foi berço de Portugal. Não é à toa que em um pedaço da muralha original tem os dizeres “Aqui nasceu Portugal”. The Castle of Guimarães began with a monastery built by Mumadona Dias in the 10th century, before, therefore, the formation of Portugal. As the attacks of the Moors were frequent they decided to build a wall to protect the community and the monks that lived inside. It was this fort that gave origin to the Castle of Guimarães. Later, in the twelfth century, it was in this castle that Dom Afonso Henriques was born. Some years after he would become the first king of Portugal. With the lack of use the castle was degrading. Recently it was recovered and classified as National Monument. It is also considered World Heritage by UNESCO. A place full of history and that was cradle of Portugal. It is no wonder that in a piece of the original wall has the words "Here was born Portugal".](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4902/ed8ac363-b5eb-4d8b-8eec-ade21aeb0c92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## 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. 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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. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Guimarães | Number of things to do | 46 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Medieval Guimarães and Legends Exploration Game and Tour](/things-to-do/medieval-guimaraes-and-legends-exploration-game-and-tour.a50706528.activity-details): CA $13 | | Top 5 things to do | [Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto](/things-to-do/best-of-braga-and-guimaraes-day-trip-from-porto.a1181879.activity-details)[Braga and Guimarães Small-Group Tour with Lunch from Porto](/things-to-do/braga-and-guimaraes-tour-with-lunch-from-porto.a1177470.activity-details)[Braga: Tuk Tuk City Tour](/things-to-do/braga-tuk-tuk-city-tour.a4524845.activity-details)[GUIMARAES Tour - Half-Day ](/things-to-do/guimaraes-tour-half-day.a238651.activity-details)[Small-group Braga & Guimaraes Tour with Lunch and Entries Included](/things-to-do/small-group-braga-guimaraes-tour-with-lunch-and-entries-included.a47592998.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Braga: Tuk Tuk City Tour](/things-to-do/braga-tuk-tuk-city-tour.a4524845.activity-details)[Braga: Small-Group Half-Day Tour with Bom Jesus](/things-to-do/small-group-braga-half-day-tour-with-bom-jesus.a47161814.activity-details)[Medieval Guimarães and Legends Exploration Game and Tour](/things-to-do/medieval-guimaraes-and-legends-exploration-game-and-tour.a50706528.activity-details)[A trip through the “Vinhos Verdes” of the Basto Region](/things-to-do/a-trip-through-the-vinhos-verdes-of-the-basto-region.a48335254.activity-details)[Quinta da Raza Natural Wines](/things-to-do/quinta-da-raza-natural-wines.a48180888.activity-details) | | With kids | [Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto](/things-to-do/best-of-braga-and-guimaraes-day-trip-from-porto.a1181879.activity-details)[Braga and Guimarães Small-Group Tour with Lunch from Porto](/things-to-do/braga-and-guimaraes-tour-with-lunch-from-porto.a1177470.activity-details)[GUIMARAES Tour - Half-Day ](/things-to-do/guimaraes-tour-half-day.a238651.activity-details)[Small-group Braga & Guimaraes Tour with Lunch and Entries Included](/things-to-do/small-group-braga-guimaraes-tour-with-lunch-and-entries-included.a47592998.activity-details)[BRAGA & GUIMARAES Tour - Full Day ](/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-the-northern-villages-braga-guimaraes-from-porto.a238561.activity-details) | ## What to do in Guimarães --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Guimarães ![#Castelo #castle #Guimaraes #Portugal #History O Castelo de Guimarães começou por um mosteiro mandado construir por Mumadona Dias no século X, antes, portanto, da formação de Portugal. Como os ataques dos mouros eram frequentes decidiram construir uma muralha para proteger a comunidade e os monges que viviam no seu interior. Foi esta fortaleza que deu origem ao Castelo de Guimarães. Mais tarde, no século XII, foi neste castelo que nasceu Dom Afonso Henriques que viria a ser o primeiro rei de Portugal. Com a falta de uso o castelo foi-se degradando. Recentemente foi recuperado e classificado como Monumento Nacional. É também considerado Patrimônio Mundial pela UNESCO. Um lugar cheio de história e que foi berço de Portugal. Não é à toa que em um pedaço da muralha original tem os dizeres “Aqui nasceu Portugal”. The Castle of Guimarães began with a monastery built by Mumadona Dias in the 10th century, before, therefore, the formation of Portugal. As the attacks of the Moors were frequent they decided to build a wall to protect the community and the monks that lived inside. It was this fort that gave origin to the Castle of Guimarães. Later, in the twelfth century, it was in this castle that Dom Afonso Henriques was born. Some years after he would become the first king of Portugal. With the lack of use the castle was degrading. Recently it was recovered and classified as National Monument. It is also considered World Heritage by UNESCO. A place full of history and that was cradle of Portugal. It is no wonder that in a piece of the original wall has the words "Here was born Portugal".](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4902/ed8ac363-b5eb-4d8b-8eec-ade21aeb0c92.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) ![Citânia de Briteiros, a large compound of archaeological ruins of an important proto-historic settlement, which was first inhabited more than 2000 years ago, in the Iron Age. You can read more of the history here: http://imoutoftheoffice.com/citania-de-briteiros-the-proto-historic-settlement/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118392/c786dfbb-f44e-46d5-8056-77d9cf574949.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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) ![#Guimaraes #Portugal #church A Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira localiza-se no Centro Histórico de Guimarães em Portugal. A sua conservação externa não é das melhores. Tem uma arquitetura predominantemente gótica. É Monumento Nacional desde 1910. No seu entorno há uma série de atrações que também merecem uma visita. Saliento o Padrão do Salado, o museu de arte sacra Alberto Sampaio e a Torre dos Almadas. The Nossa Senhora da Oliveira Church is located in the Historic Center of Guimarães in Portugal. Its external conservation is not the best. It has a predominantly Gothic architecture and has been a National Monument since 1910. In its surroundings there are a number of attractions that are also worth visiting: the Salado Pattern, the Alberto Sampaio Sacred Art Museum and the Almadas Tower.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4902/2a7a74fe-df09-4fcf-8f87-658b133b6bf4.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) #### 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) #### 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) #### 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) #### 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) #### 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) ### Explore areas of Guimarães ![Portugal - built under the orders of Mumadona Dias in the 10th century to defend the monastery from attacks by Moors and Norsemen](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4902/a8d09172-583d-4f8f-9426-837333c89c91.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 Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira 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 ![Casa do Penedo Pereira - Fafe Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4717/0a758fc7-b6b8-4147-b104-8a2b017c2781.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fafe ![Bom Jesus do Monte featuring a castle and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118416/6a8485fb-1831-4eff-bb5a-e44ef13b5cbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Braga ![Rio Ave, queda de água localizada no Rio Ave na sua passagem por Santo Tirso, Portugal.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6124901/3037f29f-e8e2-4ed4-ad52-2820eb6a37de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santo Tirso ![Panorama of the City Hall building (left) and Tribunal (right) of Vila Nova de Famalicao city. Braga, Portugal.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6126695/ef0d64e3-dcda-4fd0-bb45-f0032cb4ea69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vila Nova de Famalicao ![A really amazing place](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144030/94caaff1-5cb4-405a-a372-fdcae26240ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Felgueiras ![The Lanhoso Castle, Located in Póvoa de Lanhoso, is regarded as one of the most imposing castles in Portugal. Built on top of the Pilar Hill - the largest granite monolith in the country, the Castle was very important regarding the conquest and formation of the Kingdom of Portugal. It was classified as National Monument in 1910.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6185364/841f52b0-7981-44cf-a6a1-05c8aae330ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Povoa de Lanhoso ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Guimarães worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Guimarães? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Guimarães? ### Is three days enough to stay in Guimarães? ### Is Guimarães a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Guimarães with kids? > - [Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/best-of-braga-and-guimaraes-day-trip-from-porto.a1181879.activity-details) > - [Braga and Guimarães Small-Group Tour with Lunch from Porto](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/braga-and-guimaraes-tour-with-lunch-from-porto.a1177470.activity-details) > - [GUIMARAES Tour - Half-Day ](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guimaraes-tour-half-day.a238651.activity-details) > - [Small-group Braga & Guimaraes Tour with Lunch and Entries Included](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-braga-guimaraes-tour-with-lunch-and-entries-included.a47592998.activity-details) > - [BRAGA & GUIMARAES Tour - Full Day ](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-the-northern-villages-braga-guimaraes-from-porto.a238561.activity-details) ### What to do in Guimarães for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Guimarães? ![](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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