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The baroque staircase of Bom Jesus do Monte climbing through gardens near Braga, Portugal

Day trips Updated 20 September 2026

Braga and Guimaraes: A Day Trip from Porto

Two very different northern towns close to Porto: the baroque stairway of Bom Jesus in Braga and the medieval castle of Guimaraes, and how much of both you can realistically fit into one day.

The historic university tower and old town of Coimbra rising above the Mondego River, Portugal

Day trips Updated 17 September 2026

Coimbra: Portugal's University City

Portugal's old capital and its oldest university, built up a steep hill around a baroque library, a fado tradition all its own, and Roman ruins a short trip away.