Things to do in Braga District, Northern Portugal: The Best Historic Sites

November 7, 2021 Deane Carmody

Discover the best top things to do in Braga District, Portugal including Aldeia do Castelo, Ponte da Barca, Padrao do Salado, Largo da Oliveira, Jardins da Casa dos Biscainhos, Paco dos Condes de Barcelos, Castle of Arnoia, Casa Rolao, Poco do Moinho de Campos, Sete Fontes.
Restaurants in Braga District

1. Aldeia do Castelo

Celorico de Basto 4890 Portugal
Excellent
75%
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Aldeia do Castelo

2. Ponte da Barca

Geraz do Minho Portugal
Excellent
45%
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45%
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4.5 based on 51 reviews

Ponte da Barca

3. Padrao do Salado

Largo da Oliveira Historic Center, Guimaraes 4800-438 Portugal http://www.guimaraesturismo.com/pages/153?geo_article_id=101
Excellent
48%
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40%
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11%
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4.5 based on 157 reviews

Padrao do Salado

Reviewed By KimGTravels - Pacific Grove, United States

Located within the Largo da Oliveiras Square, just outside of the Igreja da Colegiada de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira Church, stands this lovely Gothic Shrine. Construction of the Gothic monument was ordered by Afonso IV to commemorate the Battle of Salado in 1340. A cross stands within this beautiful architectural shrine, one of the many sites within this central historic hub of Guimaraes. Within the Largo da Oliveiras are numerous cafes offering inside and alfresco dining. I would recommend having lunch or a refreshment in this area, to absorb all that this Square has to offer, and to more thoroughly inspect this moving structure.

4. Largo da Oliveira

Guimaraes 4810 Portugal
Excellent
65%
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32%
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4.5 based on 940 reviews

Largo da Oliveira

Reviewed By Bozeman-Dublin - Trim, Ireland

A stunner of a square, thr nicest in the whole old town although the Sao Tiago right next door through the arches runs it close! The beguiling Padrao Do Salado draws the eye, a lovely monument to those who died in the 14th century battle of Solado against Muslim forces. It has a big cross inside a gothic style portico. Behind it the Oliveira Church is a masterpiece. Its wonderfully intricate inside and out, such a peaceful place with beautiful stonework and sunshine pouring in the windows. All atound the Square there are restaurants with outdoor seating. It's a wonderful atmospheric area, one of my favourite places in Guimaraes. Dobt miss the old town hall at the far end from the Padrao, the one with the arches and the reddish hue.

5. Jardins da Casa dos Biscainhos

Rua dos Biscainhos, Braga 4700-204 Portugal +351 253 204 650 [email protected] http://museudosbiscainhos.gov.pt/
Excellent
53%
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38%
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8%
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4.5 based on 144 reviews

Jardins da Casa dos Biscainhos

6. Paco dos Condes de Barcelos

Largo Doutor Martins Lima, Barcelos 4750-318 Portugal
Excellent
50%
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39%
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4.5 based on 141 reviews

Paco dos Condes de Barcelos

7. Castle of Arnoia

N101-4, Celorico de Basto 4890 Portugal +351 255 810 706 [email protected] http://www.rotadoromanico.com/pt/monumentos/castelo-de-arnoia/
Excellent
53%
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28%
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16%
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2%
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4.5 based on 57 reviews

Castle of Arnoia

A Romanesque Castle overlooking the ancient land of Basto. It stands out from the landscape as a rocky fortress, with highlight to its keep, the square turret and the cistern. Below, the old town of Basto (currently known as village of Castelo) - with its pillory, audience house and apothecary (pharmacy) - reminds us of the period when this was a busy place due to the road that connected the Sousa to the Tâmega. This castle is part of the Route of the Romanesque.

8. Casa Rolao

Avenida Central 118 124, Braga 4710-229 Portugal +351 962 348 525 [email protected]
Excellent
52%
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33%
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Casa Rolao

A rare exemplar of civilian baroque architecture in Braga, Casa Rolão is 250 years old. It is a house full of stories and classified as a "public interest building" since 1977. It has 3 floors and a beautiful garden with a terrace. Casa Rolão merges its architectonic heritage with a contemporary concept.

9. Poco do Moinho de Campos

Campos, Vieira do Minho 4850-042 Portugal
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Poco do Moinho de Campos

10. Sete Fontes

Lugar das Sete Fontes Sao Victor, Braga 4715-165 Portugal
Excellent
52%
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33%
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4.0 based on 21 reviews

Sete Fontes

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