Braga, originally named "Bracara Augusta," was founded by the Romans in the 2nd century B.C. The city is rich with historical remnants spread throughout the town. Known primarily as a destination for religious tourism, Braga boasts the highest number of churches in the country, attracting numerous visitors each year for its religious significance and cultural heritage.
On this exclusive four-hour private tour, you will explore the heart of Braga, including the renowned Triangle of Faith, which comprises the Sanctuaries of Sameiro, Bom Jesus, and the Cathedral.
Braga is also known for its vibrant young population, thanks to the University colleges from "Alto Minho." In fact, it was named the European Youth Capital in 2012. Discover this and much more on a four-hour private tour from Porto!
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Admission fee at Braga's Cathedral
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔ Professional guide
✔ Porto City Walking Tour (can be taken after your experience)
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Boeira Garden Hotel Porto Gaia, Curio Collection by Hilton Restaurant
2. Portofino Motel
3. Hotel Aliados
4. TRYP by Wyndham Porto Centro Hotel
5. Holiday Inn Express Porto City Centre, an IHG hotel
6. Tivoli Porto
7. Hotel Nave
8. Portofoz Hotel
9. Porto River Aparthotel
10. Hotel Porto Trindade
11. Cocorico - Hotel & Restaurant
12. Casual Inca Porto
13. Oporto Near Apartments
14. HF Ipanema Park
15. Timbre Heroismo
16. Hotel Boa Vista
17. Hotel Universal
18. Costa do Sol Residencial
19. Boavista Class Inn
20. Bem Estar Residencial
Additional Info: We pick up from any hotel in Porto city or Vila Nova de Gaia city. In alternative, we can collect you from the Tourist Service/Living Tours located at Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, 350, Porto - next to Porto - São Bento train station.
Itinerary
1
Porto
Your private and expert guide will collect you from your hotel/accommodation or meeting point and will drive you to Braga, the capital of Minho Region. On your way , the guide will give you insights regarding the Portuguese history, development and cultural facts of portuguese heritage.
2
Braga
Welcome to Braga, one of the oldest cities in Portugal and important landmark through centuries for it's Triangle of Faith: Braga's Cathedral and the Sanctuaries of Bom Jesus and Sameiro.
A city inhabited since the Roman Empire, full of history, monuments, traditions and heritage.
Duration: 40 minutes
3
Bom Jesus Funicular
This Catholic shrine dedicated to the Lord Bom Jesus is an architectural and landscape set composed by a church, a stairway with representations of the life of Christ.
Enjoy the views of the city and take your time to admire it's architecture.
Duration: 40 minutes
4
Se de Braga
The city of Braga, known as that of the Archbishops, has in its Cathedral its greatest ecclesiastical power. As such, the current See reflects the enrichment of the various interventions suffered over the years, applied by the different archbishops.
Prior to Nationality, this 11th century building is the oldest cathedral in Portugal. This is due to the famous expression "Older than Braga's cathedral" to designate something very old.
Enjoy the guided visit of its interior with your expert guide.
Duration: 40 minutes
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Please kindly be aware that the overall duration of the activity could be influenced by traffic conditions. We highly advise against scheduling any additional activities or making other plans within the hour following the anticipated completion time.
• Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Our Free Walking Tour is available on a daily basis, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. departing from Living Tours Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto
