Visit Braga from Porto

Are you on vacation in Porto and have free time to explore other places? Then don’t miss the opportunity to visit Braga, a city with more than 2000 years of history and rich in culture, located just a short trip from Invicta.

Twin-towered church with ornamental garden steps in Braga

Check out this tour and take the opportunity to visit Braga if you’re passing through Porto!

Founded by the Romans in 16 BC and known as “Bracara Augusta” in honor of Emperor Augustus, Braga boasts an incomparable historical legacy, visible in its monuments and churches.

Braga Cathedral, for example, is an unmissable landmark, displaying various architectural styles, from Romanesque to Baroque. The city is also proud of its splendid houses, particularly from the 18th century.

More than history, Braga offers a vast cultural heritage. The Sanktuarium Bom Jesus do Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the city’s ex-libris and one of its main attractions.

Since 2017, Braga has also been part of the UNESCO Creative Cities network. In 2021, it was voted Best European Destination of the Year, after coming second in 2019.

On this tour departing from Porto, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about Braga’s history, from the beginnings of human life to the Roman era. An expert guide will lead you through a carefully prepared itinerary.

Some of the highlights of the tour include

A visit to the medieval Porta Nova Arch and Rua Violinha, where traces of the old city wall can still be found.
Exploring the former archbishops’ house and its garden, the Jardim de Santa Bárbara.
Tasting of Moscatel de Setúbal in the former Casa dos Bananas, an old warehouse that now functions as a tavern.
Stroll through the city’s main squares, decorated with beautiful fountains, including Praça do Povo and Praça da República.
Visit the Teatro Circo, a neo-Baroque building that hosts theater, music and dance performances.
Admire the Palácio do Raio, an example of Portuguese Baroque architecture.
Admiring the Church of the Holy Cross and the Church of São Marcos, both of which have great historical and artistic value.
Ascend Bom Jesus do Monte by funicular or on foot, enjoying the breathtaking views of the city and visiting the sanctuary, one of Portugal’s most important pilgrimage sites.