A mystical journey in Braga

A northern portuguese city

2000 years story

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When you visit the city of Braga you travel in time, you feel our ancestors’ presence, you get to know Portugal’s roots. Come and visit Braga with UNIQ. and be prepared to fall in love with this city’s beauty.

Braga was founded around 16 BC under the name Bracara Augusta, honoring the Roman Emperor Caesar Augustus. Braga is a magical place where we can breathe history, culture, and tradition features that only a city with more than 2000 years of History could have. In our days, it is still possible to find several Roman remains all over the city, from the Roman Baths of Alto da Cividade to the ruins under the Frigideiras do Cantinho.

Frigideiras do Cantinho Ruins / Ruínas das Frigideiras do Cantinho - UNIQ

Commonly known by “Archbishops' City” – due to the great importance that Braga’s Archbishop holds throughout the Iberian Peninsula –, and by “Young City”, because of the university and their students, Braga is the perfect combination between the past and the future, it is the perfect combination between the ancient and the modern times.


Bom Jesus, a Religious Place in Braga / Bom Jesus de Braga - UNIQ

Situated in Northeast Portugal and surrounded by breathtaking hills and forests, in Braga you can find a little bit of everything. You can feel the youthful spirit on the streets, that fill the old yet never forgotten spaces with life. Braga’s citizens are proud of their city and show that by communicating their ancestors’ heritage.

Braga's City Gardens / Jardins da Cidade de Braga - UNIQ

This city is one of the biggest religious centers in Portugal and Braga’s history is reflected on its countless churches and monuments. The baroque style is a constant, the beautiful little palaces, parks, and gardens make it tangible the importance that religion has in this city.
Therefore, Braga celebrates the Lenten season and the Easter with one of the most emblematic religious festivities of the country: The Holy Week in Braga.

Get to know more about the Holy Week in Braga and our suggestions of what you should do during this event.

Practical info

for your reservation

We will provide you with a comfortable vehicle, a Mercedes V250 7-seater, with all the necessary comforts, such as Wi-fi, air conditioning, cold water, universal charger, and a driver who will be your personal assistant that will make your experience UNIQ.

1 day in Braga


Start & End: Porto

Region: North of Portugal

City To Visit: Braga

Transport: Mercedes V250 vehicle, 7-seater

Duration: 1 day



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2 days in Braga


Start & End: Porto

Region: North of Portugal

City To Visit: Braga

Transport: Mercedes V250 vehicle, 7-seater

Duration: 2 days



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