Free tour through alleyways, gastronomy, history, and nature.

Hello! I am very excited to show you the highlights of my beautiful city: its history, its gastronomy, as well as its greener, quieter, and hidden side.

We start in one of the most historic gardens right in front of the Castle of Guimarães, where we can take a short walk.

Heading down to Sta Maria Street, which is one of the city's first streets, full of traditional commerce that leads us to two of the most well-known squares (Largo Nossa Sra da Oliveira and Praça de Santiago), where you can have a cup of tea or water, as you wish.

Well, my journey will take you to lesser-known streets with medieval charm, gardens, to show you Guimarães as a living example of how tradition and modern ecological awareness can go hand in hand.

This tour is calm, authentic, and reflective for travelers who want to delve deeper and connect with the local soul of the city.
Ideal for nature lovers, culture seekers, and curious minds.

See you soon 👣

The tour lasts 3 hours

Available in English

Guide: Machado

Guiding since 2025

I’m Nadia 48 year old mum with various professional experiences but unemployed at the moment. The last job was actually a very touristic caffe but unfortunately I had to close it for personal reason. I’m a traveler myself,one of my favorite things to do . I have lots of friends from abroad the came to live in Guimarães,I’m actually their guide in the beginning. I’m a nature person,love animals and gardening. Living in the Green European Capital is a pride for me , it’s a lovely beautiful and clean city. My wish is to show to tourists the best of gastronomy,history and nature from my city, hopefully they’ll love it as much as I do.

13 stops

1.9 km walking

3 hours

Meeting point:Jardim do Carmo, Largo Martins Sarmento 55, 4810 Guimarães, PortugalGarden fountain. I will hold a black and white flag of Vítoria.Open in Google Maps →

1

Outside visit

Jardim do CarmoThis beautiful garden is in the heart of the historic center. It is the perfect spot to begin our tour, where we will begin by walking to see Castelo de Guimarães.

2

Outside visit

Castelo de GuimarãesI will walk you around the crowning jewel of Guimarães, dating back to the 10th century and into a picturesque 11th century chapel where King Afonso, the first king of Portugal was baptized.

3

Outside visit

Palacio de los duques de BraganzaWe will pass by the spectacular House of Dukes, inspired by French Architecture, where royalty used to stay and presidents still visit.

13 stops

1.9 km walking

3 hours

Meeting point:Jardim do Carmo, Largo Martins Sarmento 55, 4810 Guimarães, PortugalGarden fountain. I will hold a black and white flag of Vítoria.Open in Google Maps →

1

Outside visit

Jardim do CarmoThis beautiful garden is in the heart of the historic center. It is the perfect spot to begin our tour, where we will begin by walking to see Castelo de Guimarães.

2

Outside visit

Castelo de GuimarãesI will walk you around the crowning jewel of Guimarães, dating back to the 10th century and into a picturesque 11th century chapel where King Afonso, the first king of Portugal was baptized.

3

Outside visit

Palacio de los duques de BraganzaWe will pass by the spectacular House of Dukes, inspired by French Architecture, where royalty used to stay and presidents still visit.

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.