São Gonçalo

Travel Guide

Amarante probably had its origin in the primitive peoples who inhabited the Aboboreira mountain range (inhabited since the Stone Age), although the exact name of its founders is unknown.  However, it only began to gain importance and visibility after the arrival of São Gonçalo (1187-1259), born in Tagilde, Guimarães, who settled here after pilgrimage through Rome and Jerusalem.  To this saint is attributed the construction of the old bridge over the River Tâmega.
Amarante probably had its origin in the primitive peoples who inhabited the Aboboreira mountain range (inhabited since the Stone Age), although the exact name of its founders is unknown.  However, it only began to gain importance and visibility after the arrival of São Gonçalo (1187-1259), born in Tagilde, Guimarães, who settled here after pilgrimage through Rome and Jerusalem.  To this saint is attributed the construction of the old bridge over the River Tâmega.
Fun shot at sunrise of Church São Gonçalo and Ponte de São Gonçalo bridge reflecting in Tamega River
Casa da calçada in Amarante it's a Beautiful place to relax in a weekend. It's in the city center and it's in front of the Tâmega river. The restaurant has one Michelin star.
Casa das Lérias

Casa das Lérias

3 out of 5
R. Cândido dos Reis 1 Amarante Porto
Stay at this hotel in Amarante. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Museu de Arte Sacra and Mosteiro de São Gonçalo are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
Would definitely book again.
A lovely place. Has a nice café as part of the hotel that serves pastries and coffees and is also used by locals. The terrace has views over the river. We enjoyed relaxing by the small pool and it was located close to many restaurants. There is also a free public car park very close by.

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Casa das Lérias
Six Senses Douro Valley

Six Senses Douro Valley

5 out of 5
Quinta de Vale Abraão Lamego
The price is ¥171,990 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
¥171,990
¥182,309 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Lamego. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Adega - Cadão Douro and Douro Museum are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (237 reviews)
Unparalleled Service
The service at this hotel was unparallel. I needed a medication and they sent a driver to the pharmacy to pick it up and bring it back to the hotel. I also needed hiking boots and they went to a hiking shoe store bought me my size got them on sale and brought them to the hotel. I’ve never experienced ...

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

Six Senses Douro Valley
Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

5 out of 5
Portela do Rio, Pala - Ribadouro Baiao
The price is ¥21,264 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
¥21,264
¥22,540 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Baiao. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (350 reviews)
Spacieux

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA
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.
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! (74 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
D'Autor Village

D'Autor Village

4 out of 5
Rua da Algária 473 Baiao Porto
Stay at this villa in Baiao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Quinta de Covela and Eça de Queiroz Foundation are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
We stayed here for about a week with our children aged 13 and 11. We loved our time here, the estate the apartments are on is beautiful. The apartment was clean and the staff are friendly and very responsive. Breakfast was delicious too.

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

D'Autor Village
Quinta das Tílias Douro Valley / 100% Privacy / Rio Douro / Free WiFi / 10Adult

Quinta das Tílias Douro Valley / 100% Privacy / Rio Douro / Free WiFi / 10Adult

Cinfães Viseu
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Cinfães. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Alpendorada Memorial and Catapeixe Viewpoint ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
First of all the view is as stunning as on the photos and Marcos is a fantastic host.The house is a good location overlooking the river between Porto (1h10mins) and the central wine region (1h45mins). Hiring a car from the airport and driving around Porto and region was all very easy and the autoroutes ...

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

Quinta das Tílias Douro Valley / 100% Privacy / Rio Douro / Free WiFi / 10Adult
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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