Top Things to do in Braga District
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What to do and see in Braga District, Northern Portugal: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Braga District, Portugal including Quinta de Santa Cristina, Se de Braga, Igreja e Convento de Sao Francisco, Centro Historico de Guimaraes, Elevador do Bom Jesus do Monte, Paco dos Duques de Braganca, Largo da Oliveira, Citania de Briteiros, Montanha- Parque da Penha, Sao Bento da Porta Aberta.
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1. Quinta de Santa Cristina
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 92 reviews
Quinta de Santa Cristina is a Vinho Verde wine producer which, besides the wines and sparkling wines production, provides Wine Tourism experiences that join wine and nature! The bookings must be made in advance, and our visitors can opt by guided tours to the vineyards and the winery, wine tastings, picnics or 4x4 and rafting wine tours. We also have a wine shop where we sell our wines and some local products. Come and meet the stories and traditions of the Vinho Verde, a unique wine in the World!
2. Se de Braga
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4.5 based on 1,484 reviews
Reviewed By Bozeman-Dublin - Trim, Ireland
I really likes the Sè in Braga, right in the heart of the old town. For €2 you can visit the cloisters, crypt and the cathedral itself. For €3 you can visit the museum but I didnt add that particular option. The Cathedral is cavernous as you'd expect but still retains a homely and welcoming feel. I loved the banners hanging from the walls between the windows and the unbelievably intricate and decorative organ at the back of the nave. The altar is simple, but it has gorgeous stained glass windows flanking stand beautifully carved chorister chaurs. Most if the visit will be spent at the gold gilted organ I suspect. It really has to be seen to be believed, as beautiful an organ as you ever will see with a beautifully painted ceiling above it.
3. Igreja e Convento de Sao Francisco
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4.5 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By iolandaa21 - Lisbon, Portugal
The medieval remains of the Convent of S. Francisco de Guimarães said to still be visible in the high altar of the church are of historical importance, though what I feel really impresses the viewers is the guilded wood carving (which is stunning) surrounded by the 18th century blue and white glazed tiles. The trompe d'oeil ceiling over the church aile is also eye catching.
4. Centro Historico de Guimaraes
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4.5 based on 3,021 reviews
Reviewed By maude52
It’s a beautiful city. The real Portugal. Lots to see. Very walkable. Great restaurants. They light the city at night. It’s like Christmas
5. Elevador do Bom Jesus do Monte
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4.5 based on 6,790 reviews
Reviewed By dilmalima - Braga, Portugal
To climb the stairs in the early morning or to enjpy a an easy breezy end of afternoon, Bom Jesus is always perfect.
6. Paco dos Duques de Braganca
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4.5 based on 1,845 reviews
Reviewed By iolandaa21 - Lisbon, Portugal
Built in the first quarter of the 15th century its inner space is divided in several rooms, whose artifacts are just stunning - such as those in the Banquet Hall or the Hall of the lost steps, to mention just a few. The roof designed as the interior wooden keel of a boat is worth being admired. I was fortunate enough to have equally watched a temporary exhibit on Medieval torture instruments in one of the upper floor rooms.
7. Largo da Oliveira
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4.5 based on 940 reviews
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.
8. Citania de Briteiros
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4.5 based on 247 reviews
Reviewed By ottawahound
About 10 km past Bom Jesus on the winding N309 heading southeast from Braga towards Guimarães, Citânia de Briteiros makes for a fascinating visit of a well-developed civilization from the Iron Age, one which the Romans chose to not attempt to conquer. The visitor centre provides a good self-guided tour map. One of the final stops that should not to be missed is the ruins of a public bath, discovered during road construction in the 1930s. Artifacts from the site are on display both at the Museu Da Cultura Castreja in the village of Briteiros and at the Martins Sarmento Society Archaeological Museum in Guimarães.
9. Montanha- Parque da Penha
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4.5 based on 552 reviews
Reviewed By jezzc_13 - Hethersett, United Kingdom
Really did not think that the trip up the mountain in the cable car €7.50 return per person, would be soo good. Yes we did pick a sunny day, but we enjoyed a 2 hour trek up through the park enjoying all the nooks and crannies between the boulders. The shrines were a delight along with the viewpoints which were fantastic of the city and the surrounding countryside. Totally worth it and a real highlight winding in and out of the giant boulders.
10. Sao Bento da Porta Aberta
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 254 reviews
Reviewed By katheniff - Lisbon, Portugal
There are two churches next to one another, the ancient one, small, lovely...and a massive one, contemporary and welcoming to large groups. The architecture of the new one is nothing short of spectacular, especially in the setting. It is built on a mountain side, looking down the valley at the lake, and allows the fresh mountain air to swirl through. The outside has a walk-around with the stations of the cross, tile work, multi level, elevators and restrooms. This is a destination, and well worth it.
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