Guimarães Castle
Monument · Guimarães, Porto

Guimarães Castle

Photo: Hugo Ferreira · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The castle consists of stone walls, towers and a keep. It marks the site where Afonso Henriques, Portugal's first king, was born. Walk the ramparts for views across the old town.

On day 7 of Porto: One Week

Good to know

Tickets
Small entry fee. Combined tickets with the nearby Palace of the Dukes of Braganza are available.
Time needed
1 hour
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Train from Porto to Guimarães, then 15-minute walk

Itineraries with Guimarães Castle

Day 7 of Porto: One Week

Guimarães

How Guimarães Castle fits into a day.
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Guimarães Castle questions

Can you enter the towers at Guimarães Castle?

Yes, visitors can climb the towers for views.

Is Guimarães Castle suitable for children?

The site has uneven stone steps and open heights.

Are there guided tours at Guimarães Castle?

Tours are sometimes available from the tourist office.

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