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Guimarães

The birthplace of Portugal

🗓️ Best time: April–October💰 Budget · ~$85/day📍 Portugal

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About Guimarães

The "cradle of the nation" where Portugal's first king was born — a UNESCO medieval old town of granite squares and balconies, a hilltop castle and palace, and a lively student energy.

⭐ Things to do in Guimarães

Guimarães CastlePalace of the Dukes of BraganzaLargo da Oliveira old townPenha cable car & sanctuaryPlatform of Conscience"Aqui Nasceu Portugal" wallPenha mountain sanctuaryCitânia de Briteiros ruins

🍽️ What to eat in Guimarães

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

Toucinho do céuRojões (pork)BacalhauVinho Verde

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🚕 Getting around

Walkable old town; cable car to Penha hill.

💡 Local tip

Ride the cable car up Penha hill for forest walks and a panorama over the historic city.