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Casa da Calçada Relais & Chateaux
- hotels
Largo do Paço, 6
4600-017, Amarante
A 16TH-century palace, in the Centre of Amarante, just forty minutes from the port and an hour in the Douro Valley, is the Casa da Calçada. Has to offer its guests a courteous service, exquisite cuisine and a selection of special wines. Situated in the historical centre and with views of the River, the space spreads over six hectares in the region of the Vinho Verde, where are produced wines and sparkling wines of Quinta da Calçada. Has 26 luxurious rooms and suites and offers the restaurant Largo do Paço.
Estádio Municipal de Braga
- leisure
Parque Norte
4700, Braga
Architectural design very original, designed by Souto Moura, which is deployed on the slopes of Mount Castro. This stadium, with 30 thousand seats covered and only two stands, has aroused national and international interest for the beauty of the space, being considered a real masterpiece. Here plays Sporting Braga, Portuguese history Club.
Pousada Marão
- hotels
Curva do Lancete, Serra do Marão
4600-520, Ansiães
Hostel situated in the middle of Serra do Marão, just 20 kilometers from the city of Amarante. Features impeccable facilities, family atmosphere and exquisite service. Its privileged location offers a magnificent panoramic view over the Tâmega Valley.
Casa da Eira Longa
- hotels
Rua Central, 9
5460-512, Boticas
A Casa da Eira, situated in the village of Vilar, is an ancient farmhouse transformed into Rural Tourism accommodation. This complex maintains the architectural structure of a wealthy farm house in the region of Barroso: the houses of housing and the den involve an inner courtyard, the old barns and stables, now converted into a Museum and regional wine cellar define the perimeter of the eira that gives the name to the House.
Casa de São Cristóvão
- hotels
Rua 5 de Outubro, 12
5460-304, Boticas
Situated in the heart of Boticas and around some spas, this House press by traditional and tranquil setting. Equipped with a cosy atmosphere, the Casa de São Cristóvão combines regional cuisine with comfortable accommodation. Read a book in front of the fireplace or relax in the comfort of your spacious room. The restaurant serves traditional specialities and complements the general character rustic space. Enjoy a drink at the bar after a day of fishing.
Fórum Aveiro
- shopping
Rua do Batalhão de Caçadores 10
3810-064, Aveiro
This open air shopping centre is one of the attractions of Aveiro in what concerns the commercial area. Built at the city centre, it stands out for the possibility to enjoy all the comfort of a shopping centre while you take a calm walk by the Ria. Its commercial area has 1200m2, divided in two floors. The catering area is covered and heated during the winter.
Theatro Circo
- art
Avenida da Liberdade, 697
4710-251, Braga
Inaugurated in 1915 and planned by the architect João Moura Coutinho, this was the most important construction in Braga in the early 20th century. It is the biggest cultural space in town with a wide variety of offers.
Museu Regional de Arqueologia Dom Diogo de Sousa
- heritage
Rua dos Bombeiros Voluntários
4700-025, Braga
Created in 1918, it was, for some time, lodged at the ancient Bishop’s Palace, where he left from in the 80’s. Its collection is mostly archaeological, from the Palaeolithic till the Middle Ages. It is oriented, mostly, to the preservation and divulgation of the roman city (Bracara Augusta) remains.
Museu dos Biscaínhos
- heritage
Rua dos Biscaínhos
4700-415, Braga
The Biscainho Museu is located in a patrimonial ensemble with a house and historical gardens from the XVIII century. This is a manor-house from the baroque period, integrating decorative art collections of Portuguese furniture and ceramic from the XVII and XVIII centuries.
Jardim de Santa Bárbara
- country
- leisure
Rua Eça de Queirós
4700-314, Braga
In the garden, a true "persian carpet" of natural flowers stands out. In the centre there is a charming fountain topped by a sculpture of Saint Bárbara. In the close by garden there are some vestiges of the ruins of the old bishop's palace.