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.
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
The price is ₹5,386 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
₹5,386
₹5,926 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
Casa das Lérias
Six Senses Douro Valley

Six Senses Douro Valley

5 out of 5
Quinta de Vale Abraão Lamego
The price is ₹101,280 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
₹101,280
₹107,357 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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 ...
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 ₹12,890 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
₹12,890
₹13,664 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (353 reviews)
Spacieux

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Douro Royal Valley Hotel & SPA
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Casa do Salgueiral

Casa do Salgueiral

3 out of 5
Tv. do Bico Santa Marta de Penaguião Vila Real
Stay at this villa in Santa Marta de Penaguião. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Caves Santa Marta and Centro Cultural ...
10/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
Lovely setting and wonderful hosts

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Casa do Salgueiral
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! (13 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
Peso Village

Peso Village

3.5 out of 5
Rua da Quinta do Peso, 85 Amarante Porto
Stay at this holiday home in Amarante. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions San Gonçalo Bridge and Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
This place is above snd beyond you can imagine. Very special . You feel, relax and welcome . Indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Spa hot tub .. private , vineries very beautiful. The owner is sooo nice . Breakfast is unique.. home made and delivered to you every morning… wowwwww

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Peso Village
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Popular places to visit

Parque Aquático de Amarante

Bring the family to Parque Aquático de Amarante and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Fregim. Visit the spas in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its wineries.

Parque Aquático de Amarante

Amarante Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Fregim at Amarante Golf Course. Visit the spas in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its wineries.

Amarante Golf Course

San Gonçalo Church

You can find out about the history of São Gonçalo with a stop at San Gonçalo Church. Visit the spas in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its wineries.

San Gonçalo Church

San Gonçalo Bridge

Find out about the history of São Gonçalo when you spend time at San Gonçalo Bridge. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront or simply enjoy its wineries.

San Gonçalo Bridge

Solar dos Magalhães

You can learn about the history of São Gonçalo when you stop by Solar dos Magalhães. Visit the spas in this relaxing area or simply enjoy its wineries.

Solar dos Magalhães

Mosteiro de São Gonçalo

You can learn about the history of São Gonçalo when you stop by Mosteiro de São Gonçalo. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront or simply enjoy its wineries.

Mosteiro de São Gonçalo

Cities near São Gonçalo

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