
City Explorer: Braga & Guimarães Day Trip
Our locals for this tour
Rúben, Luis & 4 other locals
Experience details
Destination
Porto
Category
Day trips
Duration
8 hours
Mode of transport
Car
Available languages
English • Português • Español • Français
What's included
Private Guide • Transport by Car
Here’s an overview of your tour
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Done with Porto? There’s more to explore out there, and your local host knows exactly where! Discover what other gems lay outside of Porto on a private day trip to Braga & Guimarães. Get more out of your trip by stepping out of Porto to know more about the country you’re visiting in just one day!
Get ready because at Braga & Guimarães you’ll see another side of Portugal! This day trip is all about local history, culture, and city highlights, plus fascinating stories and insights by your knowledgeable host. Visit highlights and lesser-known spots of Braga & Guimarães such as Braga Cathedral, Rua de Santa Maria, Guimarães Castle, and many more incredible places that will offer a cultural contrast between Porto and Braga & Guimarães.
By spending a day with a local, you’ll get authentic insights about Portugal. Along the way, your local host will explain how traditions, customs, and history differ between cities, even if they are from the same country. But thanks to those differences, they make Portugal a beautiful cultural treasure!
The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from history to art. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Portugal, your Portugal!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
More about Portugal
Give yourself the time to not only visit Porto by also visiting Braga & Guimarães. Portugal is such a beautiful country that the more you know about it, the more you’ll fall in love with it. That’s why your host can’t wait to take you to Braga & GuimarãesGems of Braga & Guimarães
Check out Braga Cathedral, Rua de Santa Maria, Guimarães Castle, and more must-sees but with a twist...through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths in Braga & Guimarães with some great hidden gems and alternative stories that only a local knows aboutCultural Contrasts
Cities are like snowflakes; each one of them is unique. And as you visit Braga & Guimarães, you’ll be able to see the differences compared to Porto. Discover how much traditions, architecture, and even language can change from one city to another and how they complement each otherLocal Knowledge
To experience the best of Braga & Guimarães, there’s no better way to do so than like a local. Your local host will make this private day trip an enriching experience by sharing knowledge, stories, insights, and answering your questions!
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Rúben
Embark on an Unforgettable Journey Through Porto's Enchanting History and Culture
Rúben4.937 reviewsI speakEnglish • Español • PortuguêsOrlando
The Story Teller
Orlando5.0558 reviewsI speakEnglish • Español • PortuguêsRui
The Epicurist
Rui4.614 reviewsI speakEnglishGustavo
The Royal Local
Gustavo5.0274 reviewsI speakEnglish • Español • Français • Português
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
Included
- Private Guide
- Transport by Car
Not included
- Entrance to Attractions
- Meals
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Very Enjoyable Tour
"We had a wonderful afternoon exploring Porto with Orlando. He is knowledgeable, engaging and very keen on showing us the city’s highlights with interesting stories and a historical perspective woven ...
- 5.0
Excellent guide!
"Ruben was so knowledgeable and personable. We throughly enjoyed our time with him. He answered our questions and shared so many things we would never have learned on our own. I highly recommend a ...
- 4.0
Gezellige tour met André
"De tour met Andre was heel gezellig. Hij heeft wel overduidelijk kunstgeschiedenis gestudeerd en komt daardoor met heel veel jaartallen en kleinere details, waardoor, voor ons, de tour een beetje zi...
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What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
Our locals for this tour
André, Orlando & 4 other locals
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