Braga District Travel Guide

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A historic town square with a central fountain reflecting buildings and a prominent clock tower.
A historic castle with a fortified wall, arched walkways, and a well-manicured garden with flower beds.
A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by rocks and ferns.
A stone carving with a shield and two figures.
A white ornate gate with a fountain in the center, surrounded by steps and statues.

Popular cities in Braga District

A historic garden with statues and ornate urns, overlooking a cityscape.
Braga
Known for Historical, Cathedrals and Churches
Against a scenic backdrop of mossy mountains, explore museums and churches in a charming city dedicated to religion and antiquity.

Reasons to visit

  • Bom Jesus do Monte
  • Braga Cathedral
  • Santa Barbara Garden
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A castle surrounded by modern buildings and lush greenery.
Guimarães
Known for Historical, Castle and Museums
Escape to Guimarães! Enjoy its history, castle and monuments.

Reasons to visit

  • Guimaraes Castle
  • Citania de Briteiros
  • Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira
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A red lighthouse on a grassy hill with a building in the background.
Esposende
Known for Beaches, Sea and Swimming
Experience relaxing Esposende: its adventures, oceanfront, beaches and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Apulia Beach
  • Esposende Beach
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A bridge over a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.
Terras de Bouro
Known for Churches, Cathedrals and Lakes
Terras de Bouro awaits: its churches, lake views, natural setting and more!
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A historic stone church with a bell tower and a cross on top, surrounded by ruins and a dry field.
Barcelos
Known for Gardens, Countryside and Culture
Get away to Barcelos! Enjoy the countryside, gardens and history.
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A mountain with a waterfall and a calm lake reflecting the greenery.
Vila Verde
Explore attractions like Casa do Conhecimento and Centro de Artes e Cultura de Vila Verde as you discover things to see and do in Vila Verde.
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Stay near popular Braga District attractions

A historic church with two bell towers, a large arched entrance, and a staircase leading up to it.

Bom Jesus do Monte

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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.
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