Castle of Guimarães

Visit the Castle of Guimarães during your passage through the North of Portugal.

Castle of Guimarães
© Paulo Pacheco (CM Guimarães)

This majestic castle with its seven towers is located over a hill in the historic center of Guimarães, Portugal.

It was built in the 11th century to defend the monastery and the urban centres of the region, as well as a to present a declaration of power before other feudal lords. It is believed that this was the place where Dom Afonso Henriques was born, the first King of Portugal.

Castelo de Guimarães © Celestino Manuel

You may visit its walls and surroundings without any cost, but to climb the stairs which lead to the medieval tower of the Countess Mumadona you must pay an entrance fee.

More information:

Locarion:

Castelo de Guimarães.

Entrance fee:

Access to the tower:
Adults: 2€.

Schedule:

Daily from 10:00 to 18:00

Closed on 1 January, Easter Sunday, 1 May, and 25 December

Website:

http://pduques.culturanorte.pt

Recommended Excursions:

Mapa Interactivo:

Other worth-visiting nearby towns and cities:

Why "Portugal Travel"?

Portugal Travel is an organization of Portuguese agencies whose objectives are:

✓ To make Portugal, its culture and its heritage known.
✓ To promote sustainable tourism.

In collaboration with:

Escola Superior de Hotelaria e Turismo do Estoril

Turismo de Portugal