Small-Group Braga Half-Day Tour with Bom Jesus | 3 hours

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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Portuguese, English
  • Private transportation to Bom Jesus do Monte Shrine
  • Ticket for the incredible hydraulic funicular to visit the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus
  • Local guide English-speaking
  • Cathedral entrance ticket
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Telephone and personal expenses
  • Entrances other than mentioned

Overview

Discover the timeless allure of Braga on our Half-Day Tour. Led by an expert guide, delve into the city's rich history, marvel at its cathedral, and stroll through charming squares. Experience a unique ascent to Bom Jesus using the world's oldest water-powered funicular (since 1882). From the hilltop sanctuary, relish breathtaking views of Braga and descend through 570 steps, unlocking panoramic vistas of this historic gem. Highlights: - Discover Braga's Hidden Streets. An affordable & non-touristy city experience. - Step into History: Portugal's First Cathedral Exploration. - Colorful Wonders: Saint Barbara Gardens and Avenida da Liberdade. - Ascend in Style: Hydraulic Funicular to Bom Jesus Sanctuary.

Meeting points

Campo das Hortas 35, 4700-421 Braga, Portugal. This meeting point is situated in front of the iconic Arco da Porta Nova.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Se de Braga

    We will visit the Cathedal of Santa Maria de Braga

    30 minutes

  • Largo do Paco

    The Archiepiscopal Palace of Braga

    15 minutes

  • Jardim de Santa Barbara (Pass By)

    Free entrance

  • Avenida da Liberdade (Pass By)

    Teatro Circo

  • Garden da Avenida Central (Pass By)

    Visit Arcada, Rua S. Marcos and Avenida Central

  • Largo Carlos Amarante (Pass By)

    Beautiful square with two baroque churches. Free entrance

  • N/A (Pass By)

    It was a private theatre. The first theatre was Teatro São Geraldo, where Banco de Portugal is now located. In 1911, the project began to shape the hand of the architect João de Moura Coutinho. On April 21, 1915, the Theatro Circo was inaugurated, coinciding with Braga's great economic and social development.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    2020 - The rehabilitation of the Municipal Bracarense Market. The market received two honorable mentions in the National Urban Rehabilitation Award! The rehabilitation project was created by APTO - Arquitectura and BO Engenharia was responsible for the construction.

  • N/A

    The church was built later (1784) by Carlos Amarante who gave it an Italian inspired neo-classical design, which integrates harmoniously the landscape of northern Portugal.

    30 minutes

  • Bom Jesus Funicular

    Transfer by car.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Our descent will be made on foot. There are 573 steps.

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February 07100% refund
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Must do if visiting Braga!

Published on Dec, 2024

Our walking tour with Cristiane was definitely the highlight of our time in Braga! If you are visiting the city you should definitely take a tour with her company, either the walking tour or food tour! We don’t think we would have appreciated the city as much as we did if it wasn’t for this tour. Cristiane did an amazing job of bringing the long history of Braga to life through the stops in the old city while also sharing the culture of current Braga so we got a complete understanding of the city. We really loved the tour and appreciated getting a local historical perspective. The tour was the perfect length of 3 hours to get acquainted to the city and you still have most of the day free to explore more on your own.

Must do if visiting Braga!

Published on Dec, 2024

Our walking tour with Cristiane was definitely the highlight of our time in Braga! If you are visiting the city you should definitely take a tour with her company, either the walking tour or food tour! We don’t think we would have appreciated the city as much as we did if it wasn’t for this tour. Cristiane did an amazing job of bringing the long history of Braga to life through the stops in the old city while also sharing the culture of current Braga so we got a complete understanding of the city. We really loved the tour and appreciated getting a local historical perspective. The tour was the perfect length of 3 hours to get acquainted to the city and you still have most of the day free to explore more on your own.

Must do if visiting Braga!

Published on Dec, 2024

Our walking tour with Cristiane was definitely the highlight of our time in Braga! If you are visiting the city you should definitely take a tour with her company, either the walking tour or food tour! We don’t think we would have appreciated the city as much as we did if it wasn’t for this tour. Cristiane did an amazing job of bringing the long history of Braga to life through the stops in the old city while also sharing the culture of current Braga so we got a complete understanding of the city. We really loved the tour and appreciated getting a local historical perspective. The tour was the perfect length of 3 hours to get acquainted to the city and you still have most of the day free to explore more on your own.

Christina was a guide par excellence. Knowledgeable, witty, she kept us learning as well as entertained. Wonderful!

Published on May, 2024

Fabulous guide, fabulous tour, real dive into the heart of Portuguese values and history. Recommend highly!!! Well designed and organized tour

Christina was a guide par excellence. Knowledgeable, witty, she kept us learning as well as entertained. Wonderful!

Published on May, 2024

Fabulous guide, fabulous tour, real dive into the heart of Portuguese values and history. Recommend highly!!! Well designed and organized tour

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