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The Essential Free Tour of Guimaraes
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The Essential Free Tour of Guimaraes

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Booking is free; at the end you give the guide what you think is fair. Free cancellation at any time.

Welcome to Guimarães, the cradle of Portugal, the host city of the country. In the free tour of Guimarães with Take you will get to know the most emblematic places and monuments in the center of Guimarães, its history, its legends, and its secrets.

Duration
2 h
Destination
Guimaraes
Meeting Point
Livraria Bertrand: Largo do Toural
Provider
Take Free Tours

Description

Step into history with our The Essential Free Tour of Guimarães, a journey through the heart of Portugal's birthplace.
From the vanguardist red monument of Nicolino, where Vimara Peres's legacy begins, to the majestic Guimarães Castle, witness the stories that sculpted a nation. Wander through ancient streets to the São Francisco Church and delve into the leather industry's past at Zona dos Couros. Embrace the spirit of "Aqui Nasceu Portugal" at Largo do Toural.

Discover the mysteries of Largo da Oliveira and marvel at architectural wonders' en route to the castle, a symbol of Portugal's enduring spirit. With every step, uncover the rich tapestry of Guimarães, a city where history breathes, legends live, and every corner tells a story. Join us to explore, learn, and be enchanted by the medieval charm and historical significance of Guimarães. Create memories that resonate with the essence of Portugal itself.

Includes

  • Guimarães Castle
  • Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira
  • Church of Saint Francis
  • Antigo Convento de Santa Clara
  • Capela de Santa Cruz
  • Estátua da Condessa Mumadona Dias
  • Igreja de São Miguel do Castelo
  • Igreja e Oratórios de Nossa Senhora da Consolação e Santos Passos
  • Padrão do Salado
  • Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo
  • Palace Duques de Bragança
  • Dom Afonso Henriques

Meeting Point

Livraria Bertrand: Largo do Toural

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Free tour

How does a free tour work?

Booking costs nothing. At the end, each person gives the guide what they think is fair for the experience: it's a voluntary tip.

Suggested in this destination: €10 to €15 per person (€20+ if it was exceptional)

  • • Pay in cash at the end of the experience.
  • • Bring small bills or change.

Availability and Language

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