Guimarães

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Where to stay 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".

Old Town Guimarães

5/5(11 area reviews)

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

Old Town Guimarães
Zero Box Lodge Porto
Zero Box Lodge Porto
3 out of 5
R. do Ateneu Comercial do Porto, 13, Porto, Porto
The price is SAR 194 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
SAR 194
SAR 229 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (495 reviews)
"The side street this hotel was located on was a bit sketchy, but very close to the main road. Staff and the quality of the hotel was great- definitely geared toward an under 45 crowd. Rooftop pool was unavailable due to maintenance which was a bummer. There was a considerable amount of mold in the ..."

Reviewed on 25 November 2024

Zero Box Lodge Porto
Park Hotel Porto Aeroporto
Park Hotel Porto Aeroporto
3 out of 5
Avenida do Aeroporto, 241, Maia
The price is SAR 242 per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
SAR 242
SAR 257 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Maia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 23 December 2024

Park Hotel Porto Aeroporto
YOTEL Porto
YOTEL Porto
4 out of 5
Rua de Gonçalo Cristóvão 206, Porto, Porto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 220 per night from Jan 15 to Jan 16
SAR 220
SAR 257 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (794 reviews)
"Super clean, easy access to downtown and quiet."

Reviewed on 5 January 2025

YOTEL Porto
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Spot Family Apartments
Spot Family Apartments
3 out of 5
Rua do Bolhão, 109, União de Freguesias do Centro, Porto, Porto
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,023 reviews)
"Nice apartment"

Reviewed on 27 December 2024

Spot Family Apartments
Aparthotel Oporto Alves da Veiga
Aparthotel Oporto Alves da Veiga
4 out of 5
Rua Dr. Alves da Veiga, 65, Porto
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (219 reviews)
"Joana the receptionist was excellent she spent time explaining where to go and made fabulous restaurant recommendations."

Reviewed on 23 December 2024

Aparthotel Oporto Alves da Veiga
YOUROPO - Bolhão
YOUROPO - Bolhão
4 out of 5
Rua Sá da Bandeira 393 - 397, Porto
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (321 reviews)
"Our suit bedroom facing rear courtyard was quite and with window shutters closed it was very pleasant to stay in. Our bedroom mattresses was bit sunk in the middle but it wasn't terrible. The hotel was in cantral location and having supermarket within the block was plus. Our suite 1A had soaring ..."

Reviewed on 28 December 2024

YOUROPO - Bolhão
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Popular places to visit

#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".

Guimaraes Castle

4.5/5(63 reviews)

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.

Guimaraes Castle
This majestic stately home was built in the 15th century at the order of the illegitimate son of King D. João I, Alfonso, who was to become Duke of Bragança. He lived here with his second wife Constança de Noronha. More about Guimarães here: http://imoutoftheoffice.com/guimaraes-the-cradle-of-portuguese-nation/

Paco dos Duques de Braganca

Find out about the history of Oliveira do Castelo with a stop at Paco dos Duques de Braganca. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Paco dos Duques de Braganca
#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.

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.

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira

Estadio D. Alfonso Henriques

3/5(1 review)

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.

Estadio D. Alfonso Henriques

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.

Guimaraes Shopping Mall

Citania de Briteiros

5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Citania de Briteiros

Reviews of Guimarães

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It's a treasure you must need to find and explore at your own pace. The food is incredible too!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Make sure you explore the town and the history

5/5 - Excellent

JeremyG

I love this town! I lived there for 5 months in my twenties and loved coming back to visit 20 years later. The Castle and Paco dos Duques da Braganca are must visit sites. Try and find a hotel in the old city for a romantic small town getaway.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We had a great time there.

5/5 - Excellent

VR

Beautiful and lovely place!