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Panoramic view of Guimarães from the Serra da Penha
Walking routes

How much time do you have in Guimarães?

Pick a route and follow the map. Afonso comes with you to tell you the story of each place and where to eat.

Wall tower with the inscription «Aqui nasceu Portugal» (Portugal was born here), at the Toural
1 hour

Guimarães in 1 hour

The highlights of the historic centre, on foot: from "Aqui nasceu Portugal" to the Castle.

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Façade of the Paço dos Duques de Bragança, with its brick chimneys
4 hours

Guimarães in 4 hours

The historic centre at a relaxed pace: Couros, Largo da Oliveira, a museum, a meal and the inside of the Paço dos Duques.

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Santuário da Penha, at the top of the mountain, with the reflecting pool in front
1 day

Guimarães in a day

The historic centre in the morning, Penha by cable car in the afternoon and contemporary Guimarães at the end of the day.

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None of these for you? Create one that fits youTell Afonso how much time you have and what you like — he'll put the route together.