Braga: Flexible Walking Tour in Historic Center

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Uncover the archbishop's city, crowned "Best European Destination" in 2021, with the Walkbox app. Discover rich heritage and hidden gems through immersive storytelling — all at your own pace.

Highlights

  • Explore the grand Cathedral's monumental beauty.
  • Enjoy the vibrant Braga's Republic Square.
  • Discover the Archbishops Palace and wander through its Santa Barbara Garden.
  • Admire São Marcos Church and the historic hospital at Carlos Amarante Square.
  • Marvel at the dazzling golden carvings inside São Paulo Church.

Description

Explore the charm and history of Braga with the Walkbox app — your personal companion for discovering the city at your own pace, with content provided in English, Portuguese, French and Spanish. Walkbox is a top-rated and intuitive guide that works offline, offering a captivating walking tour experience with engaging stories, authentic insights, and natural-sounding audio guides that plays automatically as you explore — helping you experience Braga like a local. You're free to do the tour whenever you like, in full or in parts, within 5 days of your booking date. To ensure everything runs smoothly, your tour curator will send you clear instructions after booking and remains available for personalized support via WhatsApp or SMS before and during your experience, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Explore over 50 points of interest, including iconic landmarks, picturesque streets, hidden gems and vibrant areas that reflect the city’s rich cultural heritage and timeless beauty. With a total length of 3 km, the route is relatively easy and takes approximately 3 to 4 hours to complete, depending on your pace and the stops you choose to enjoy along the way. Your walking tour begins at Campo das Hortas Square, entering Braga’s old town through the grand triumphal arch of Porta Nova. A turn onto Rua da Violinha, the city’s narrowest street, leads to the Dom Diogo de Sousa Archeology Museum. From there, you'll pass through Largo de São Paulo and Largo de Santiago, discovering remarkable monuments. Heading north, visit the Sé Cathedral, the charming Paço Square, and Carlos Amarante Square, home to the impressive São Marcos Hospital. Nearby, marvel at the Raio Palace before strolling along the lively Avenida da Liberdade to Praça da República. Take in the vibrant atmosphere, then explore landmarks like the Donjon Tower, Crivos House, and the serene Santa Bárbara Garden. The tour concludes at the Biscaínhos Museum, where you can relax in its tranquil gardens, conveniently located near the starting point.

Includes

Tour content provided in English, Portuguese, French and Spanish. Curated route with detailed insights about points of interest. Personalized support from the tour’s curator via WhatsApp or SMS between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM — including clear instructions, practical tips, and helpful recommendations to enhance your experience. Phone support is also available if needed. Prices and opening hours for attractions included in the route (where applicable).

Important Information

  • No minimum number of participants is required. Please book based on the number of participant's smartphones that will be used, not the number of participants.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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