10 TOP Things to Do in Braga District (2026 Activity Guide)

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A Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira localiza-se no Centro Histórico de Guimarães em Portugal. A sua conservação externa não é das melhores. Tem uma arquitetura predominantemente gótica. É Monumento Nacional desde 1910. No seu entorno há uma série de atrações que também merecem uma visita. Saliento o Padrão do Salado, o museu de arte sacra Alberto Sampaio e a Torre dos Almadas.

The Nossa Senhora da Oliveira Church is located in the Historic Center of Guimarães in Portugal. Its external conservation is not the best. It has a predominantly Gothic architecture and has been a National Monument since 1910. In its surroundings there are a number of attractions that are also worth visiting: the Salado Pattern, the Alberto Sampaio Sacred Art Museum and the Almadas Tower.

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What to do in Braga District

Popular places to visit

Bom Jesus do Monte

Travel to the hills above Braga to tour an important pilgrimage site for Catholics, an 18th-century baroque church surrounded by gardens, grottoes and sculptures.

Esposende Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Esposende Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Esposende, Marinhas e Gandra.

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Apulia Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Apulia Beach during your trip to Apúlia?

Braga Cathedral

One of the oldest churches in Portugal is known for its art, architecture and tombs of notable people from the country’s history.

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O Castelo de Guimarães começou por um mosteiro mandado construir por Mumadona Dias no século X, antes, portanto, da formação de Portugal. Como os ataques dos mouros eram frequentes decidiram construir uma muralha para proteger a comunidade e os monges que viviam no seu interior. Foi esta fortaleza que deu origem ao Castelo de Guimarães. Mais tarde, no século XII, foi neste castelo que nasceu Dom Afonso Henriques que viria a ser o primeiro rei de Portugal. Com a falta de uso o castelo foi-se degradando. Recentemente foi recuperado e classificado como Monumento Nacional. É também considerado Patrimônio Mundial pela UNESCO. Um lugar cheio de história e que foi berço de Portugal. Não é à toa que em um pedaço da muralha original tem os dizeres “Aqui nasceu Portugal”.

The Castle of Guimarães began with a monastery built by Mumadona Dias in the 10th century, before, therefore, the formation of Portugal. As the attacks of the Moors were frequent they decided to build a wall to protect the community and the monks that lived inside. It was this fort that gave origin to the Castle of Guimarães. Later, in the twelfth century, it was in this castle that Dom Afonso Henriques was born. Some years after he would become the first king of Portugal. With the lack of use the castle was degrading. Recently it was recovered and classified as National Monument. It is also considered World Heritage by UNESCO. A place full of history and that was cradle of Portugal. It is no wonder that in a piece of the original wall has the words "Here was born Portugal".

Guimaraes Castle

Guimaraes Castle is just one of the places to see in Oliveira do Castelo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's gardens or visit its cathedral.

Sameiro Sanctuary

You can find out about the history of Espinho when you stop by Sameiro Sanctuary. Discover the area's mountain views and cathedral.

Santa Barbara Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Santa Barbara Garden, a lovely green space in São João do Souto. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Minho University

Explore the campus of Minho University, during your trip to Braga. While in the area, you can find time to visit its cathedral.

Braga Municipal Stadium

Catch an event at Braga Municipal Stadium during your trip to Dume. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.

Areas of Braga District

Old Town Braga

Old Town Braga is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Santa Barbara Garden and Arco da Porta Nova.

Portugal - built under the orders of Mumadona Dias in the 10th century to defend the monastery from attacks by Moors and Norsemen

Old Town Guimarães

Unique features of Old Town Guimarães include the historic sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira or Largo da Oliveira while you're exploring the area.

Cervães

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cervães and surrounding area, you can visit Tibaes Monastery and Kartódromo de Braga.

Petimão

While Petimão isn't home to many top sights, Chapel of Our Lady Fatima and Monastery of Saint Miguel of Refojos Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Misericórdia

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Misericórdia and surrounding area, you can visit Arco da Porta Nova and Palacio dos Biscainhos.