Porto has two railway stations: Companha – through station and big one and the terminating station of San Bento – in the heart of the old town.
I started from San Bento to Guimaraes. It is 70 min journey and round trip ticket costs like 7 euro.
Guimaraes is a litte town with a rich history. First Portugeese king – Alfonso I ruled from here since 1111. His small but well preserved castle is second attraction of the town. I was walking about half an hour from the station to see the picturesque ruin – entry is free.
Close to the castle you will see little Roman church of St Michael an then – 100 m away – an old palace of Dukes of Braganza. They charge here 5 euro but it is worth to see the halls, furniture, weapons, paintings etc. This is UNESCO World Heritage site and worth to recommend.
Back in Porto I was sad because it was my last day in Portugal. Let you know that the bottle of red wine costs here from 2 euro, but real portwein – 6 and more. Let’s celebrate!
