Free Tour Essential Braga
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Welcome to Braga, to the Portuguese Rome, the city of archbishops. In the free tour of Braga with Take Braga you will get to know the most emblematic places and monuments in the center of Braga, its history and its secrets.
What to do in Braga? Start with taking Braga's Essential Braga free tour and walk through one of the oldest cities in Europe.
Learn about the most important moments that the city of Braga has experienced, from Roman times to the present day, from the influence of Archbishop D. Diogo de Sousa to the genius of the architect André Soares. We start this free tour of Braga at Campo das Hortas, right at the entrance of the Porta Nova Arch.
After an introduction to the city, our guide will show you the essential places of Braga, everything you can't miss. On this free tour of Braga, you will get to know the narrowest street in the city, the Roman origins, the famous Largo de Santiago, the Church of Santa Cruz and the legend of the three roosters, the Palacio del Rayo, the Theatro Circo, the most of the city, the Plaza de la República and, of course, the imposing Cathedral of Braga and the surprising gardens of Santa Bárbara.
These are just some of the incredible monuments that you can see on our free tour of Braga, the most complete in the center of Braga. You can not lose this!
Meeting point
Cruzeiro do Campo das Hortas | Paraguas Azul
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- Spanish
- Usual start times
- 10:45 (Braga time)
- Coming up
- 81 departures in 3 months, 5 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Cruzeiro do Campo das Hortas | Paraguas Azul. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
81 departures are listed in the next three months, 5 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:45. Times are local to Braga.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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