São Gonçalo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Amarante probably had its origin in the primitive peoples who inhabited the Aboboreira mountain range (inhabited since the Stone Age), although the exact name of its founders is unknown.  However, it only began to gain importance and visibility after the arrival of São Gonçalo (1187-1259), born in Tagilde, Guimarães, who settled here after pilgrimage through Rome and Jerusalem.  To this saint is attributed the construction of the old bridge over the River Tâmega.
Amarante probably had its origin in the primitive peoples who inhabited the Aboboreira mountain range (inhabited since the Stone Age), although the exact name of its founders is unknown.  However, it only began to gain importance and visibility after the arrival of São Gonçalo (1187-1259), born in Tagilde, Guimarães, who settled here after pilgrimage through Rome and Jerusalem.  To this saint is attributed the construction of the old bridge over the River Tâmega.
Fun shot at sunrise of Church São Gonçalo and Ponte de São Gonçalo bridge reflecting in Tamega River
Casa da calçada in Amarante it's a Beautiful place to relax in a weekend. It's in the city center and it's in front of the Tâmega river. The restaurant has one Michelin star.
Casa das Lérias

Casa das Lérias

3 out of 5
R. Cândido dos Reis 1 Amarante Porto
Stay at this hotel in Amarante. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Museu de Arte Sacra and Mosteiro de São Gonçalo are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
Would definitely book again.
A lovely place. Has a nice café as part of the hotel that serves pastries and coffees and is also used by locals. The terrace has views over the river. We enjoyed relaxing by the small pool and it was located close to many restaurants. There is also a free public car park very close by.

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Casa das Lérias
Six Senses Douro Valley

Six Senses Douro Valley

5 out of 5
Quinta de Vale Abraão Lamego
The price is ₹101,579 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
₹101,579
₹107,673 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lamego. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Adega - Cadão Douro and Douro Museum are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (237 reviews)
Unparalleled Service
The service at this hotel was unparallel. I needed a medication and they sent a driver to the pharmacy to pick it up and bring it back to the hotel. I also needed hiking boots and they went to a hiking shoe store bought me my size got them on sale and brought them to the hotel. I’ve never experienced ...

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Six Senses Douro Valley
Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA

5 out of 5
Portela do Rio, Pala - Ribadouro Baiao
The price is ₹12,559 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
₹12,559
₹13,312 total
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Baiao. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (350 reviews)
Spacieux

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar

Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar

3 out of 5
Rua das Charnecas, 100 Guimarães
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Guimarães. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
Sitio tranquilo, instalações excelentes, pessoal muito simpático. Na habitação havia alguma Humidade.

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2025

Vale de São Torcato Houses and Wine Bar
D'Autor Village

D'Autor Village

4 out of 5
Rua da Algária 473 Baiao Porto
Stay at this villa in Baiao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Quinta de Covela and Eça de Queiroz Foundation are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
We stayed here for about a week with our children aged 13 and 11. We loved our time here, the estate the apartments are on is beautiful. The apartment was clean and the staff are friendly and very responsive. Breakfast was delicious too.

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025

D'Autor Village
Aldeia da Quinta do Paço

Aldeia da Quinta do Paço

3 out of 5
Rua do Paço nº343, São Salvador do Campo Santo Tirso Porto
Stay at this villa in Santo Tirso. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an on-site winery. Popular attractions Parque das Termas de Vizela and Estádio do Futebol ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
TOP
Gostei muito da estadia! Estava tudo fantástico, a limpeza ótima, o espaço exterior muito bem cuidado, a piscina muito agradável e limpa. Recomendo 5 ⭐

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Aldeia da Quinta do Paço
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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