© peizais/stock.adobe.com
- Please support our journalism through affiliate links. Affiliate Disclosure
- Written by our human editors, structured with the help of AI.
Review & FAQ:
Widely regarded as the birthplace of Portugal, Guimaraes is a charming medieval town with an incredibly well-preserved historic center. The downtown core is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and it's likely that you'll want to spend the bulk of your day exploring the sights in this area, which include the 11th-century Guimarães Castle, the historic Oliveira Square, and the French chateau-style Dukes of Bragança Palace. If you have time, you should also take the cable car up to the Santuário da Penha church, where you'll get some spectacular views of the town and the surrounding region. Guimaraes
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Plan Your Trip