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Braga Cathedral showing street scenes
Bom Jesus do Monte which includes a park
Bom Jesus do Monte showing a garden
Bom Jesus do Monte showing chateau or palace and a park
Palacio dos Biscainhos which includes flowers and a garden

Where to stay in Minho

Braga Cathedral showing street scenes

Old Town Braga

5/5(13 area reviews)

Old Town Braga is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Santa Barbara Garden and Arco da Porta Nova.

Old Town Braga
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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".

Old Town Guimarães

5/5(11 area reviews)

Unique features of Old Town Guimarães include the historic sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira or Largo da Oliveira while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Guimarães
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Rubiães

Praia Fluvial do Taboão - Festival Paredes De Coura is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Rubiães and the surrounding area.

Rubiães
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Cervães

5/5(1 area review)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cervães and surrounding area, you can visit Tibaes Monastery and Kartódromo de Braga.

Cervães
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Pedras Frias

You might consider checking out Torre do Relogio de Caminha while you're exploring Pedras Frias and the larger Dem area.

Pedras Frias
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Petimão

While Petimão isn't home to many top sights, Chapel of Our Lady Fatima and Monastery of Saint Miguel of Refojos Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Petimão
Holiday Inn Braga by IHG

Holiday Inn Braga by IHG

4 out of 5
RUA COMPLEXO DESPORTIVO 93 Braga
The price is ¥13,174 per night from Jan 14 to Jan 15
¥13,174
¥14,516 total
Jan 14 - Jan 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sete Fontes and BragaShopping are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
Everything was very good except the staff at breakfast. They’re not well trained. Then at night we ordered a club sandwich with fries and it took 45 minutes to get it and it was cold. We only heard 5 times I’m sorry nothing else, so we had to pay 15€ for the cold sandwich. They need to be trained ...

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Holiday Inn Braga by IHG
Hotel Flôr de Sal

Hotel Flôr de Sal

4 out of 5
Av. de Cabo Verde 100 Viana do Castelo
The price is ¥15,601 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
¥15,601
¥16,904 total
Jan 22 - Jan 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Viana do Castelo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Shipyards of Viana do Castelo and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (153 reviews)
Nice location, great ocean views.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Hotel Flôr de Sal
INNSiDE By Meliá Braga Centro

INNSiDE By Meliá Braga Centro

4 out of 5
Avenida Central Nº 107 a 117 Braga
The price is ¥22,361 per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
¥22,361
¥24,254 total
Jan 12 - Jan 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions BragaShopping and Praça da República are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
We spent a night in braga last minute and it was just lovely. The pool was welcoming on hot days and staff were so friendly. our room was perfect very happy with our stay.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

INNSiDE By Meliá Braga Centro
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Braga Heritage Lofts

Braga Heritage Lofts

3 out of 5
Rua Eça de Queirós 98 Braga Braga
Stay at this aparthotel in Braga. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (161 reviews)
I visited in October 2025 mid month. The place was affordable, clean and location was great. It was nice to have the kitchen. There is an elevator but no front desk. However, person in charge was reachable by WhatsApp I would stay there again.

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Braga Heritage Lofts
Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar

Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar

3 out of 5
Rua das Charnecas, 100 Guimarães
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Guimarães. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (73 reviews)
Sitio tranquilo, instalações excelentes, pessoal muito simpático. Na habitação havia alguma Humidade.

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025

Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar
Quinta dos Ferrage Amares

Quinta dos Ferrage Amares

4 out of 5
R. dos Ferrage Amares Braga
Stay at this vacation home in Amares. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions São Pedro Swing and St. Andrew of Rendufe Monastery ...
Quinta dos Ferrage Amares
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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