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Home/Destinations/Braga/Braga history
History · Braga itinerary

Braga History: The Best Itinerary

Braga and Guimarães are the cradle of Portugal. Here is how to explore them — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Cathedral
  2. 2Bom Jesus
  3. 3Guimarães
  4. 4Castle

The cathedral

Portugal’s oldest cathedral.

Bom Jesus

The baroque sanctuary.

Guimarães

The birthplace of Portugal.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Braga — prices per person.

Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch
Porto
Minho Tour small group, Braga, Ponte de Lima, Viana, Vinho Verde Winery & Lunch
5.0(21)·10 hours
from$183/ person
via Viator
Setúbal, Arrábida & Sesimbra Day Trip – Hidden Gems Near Lisbon
Lisbon
Setúbal, Arrábida & Sesimbra Day Trip – Hidden Gems Near Lisbon
5.0(30)·7–8 hours
from$77/ person
via Viator
Seville, Cathedral, Giralda & Real Alcazar From Algarve
−9%
Faro
Seville, Cathedral, Giralda & Real Alcazar From Algarve
5.0(21)·10 hours
from$309$343/ person
via Viator
Private Guimarães, Braga & Bom Jesus Tour from Porto
Porto
Private Guimarães, Braga & Bom Jesus Tour from Porto
5.0(20)·8–10 hours
from$229/ person
via Viator
Porto Airport Private Transfer to Braga & Guimarães Hotels
−9%
Porto
Porto Airport Private Transfer to Braga & Guimarães Hotels
5.0(21)·1–2 hours
from$62$69/ person
via Viator
Braga and Guimaraes One Day Tour
Porto
Braga and Guimaraes One Day Tour
5.0(18)·7h 30min
from$54/ person
via Viator
Small Group Braga & Guimarães with Pick up & Drop off
Porto
Small Group Braga & Guimarães with Pick up & Drop off
5.0(129)·9 hours
from$97/ person
via Viator
Braga & Guimarães Best-Of Private Tour – Customizable Experience
Porto
Braga & Guimarães Best-Of Private Tour – Customizable Experience
4.9(37)·8–9 hours
from$245/ person
via Viator

Braga history — FAQ

What history is in Braga?
Portugal’s oldest cathedral and baroque sanctuaries.
Why is Guimarães important?
It is the birthplace of Portugal.
How old is Braga Cathedral?
It dates from the 11th century.

Explore more in Braga

City ToursBom JesusCathedral & ChurchesGuimarães TripsVinho Verde Wine