Amarante 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.
Amarante is a Lovely town in Porto district to relax! If you go there Visit "São Gonçalo" church!
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.

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Casa das Lérias

Casa das Lérias

3 out of 5
R. Cândido dos Reis 1 Amarante Porto
The price is £49 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£49
1 Mar - 2 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 ...
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
Monverde - Wine Experience Hotel by Unlock Hotels

Monverde - Wine Experience Hotel by Unlock Hotels

4 out of 5
Qta Sanguinhedo, Castanheiro Redondo Amarante
The price is £114 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
£114
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Amarante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Quinta da Lixa Winery and Caves Moura ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (338 reviews)
Beautiful property, clean rooms, excellent wine and restaurant.

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Monverde - Wine Experience Hotel by Unlock Hotels
Casa da Calçada Relais & Châteaux

Casa da Calçada Relais & Châteaux

5 out of 5
6 Largo do Paço Amarante
The price is £203 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
£203
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Amarante. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions San Gonçalo Bridge and San Gonçalo ...
10/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Everything about the place is beautiful and deserves a longer stay to enjoy all the amenities. Unfortunately, the town is charming but does not offer much for more than 1 night. If I could do it again, I would arrive earlier to enjoy the facilities and great restaurants, spa, etc., and still have ...

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Casa da Calçada Relais & Châteaux
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Gatao: Cottage in the begining of Douro very cosy and peaceful

Gatao: Cottage in the begining of Douro very cosy and peaceful

Gatão Porto District
Stay at this holiday home in Amarante. Enjoy private pools, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso Museum and Solar dos Magalhães ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
Hidden Gem
Think Beauty and the Beast, with a pool! A magical property with everything you need for a peaceful family getaway…I miss it…

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Gatao: Cottage in the begining of Douro very cosy and peaceful
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 ...
9.4/10 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
Quinta de Locaia - Magnifica Casa Rural Junto a Amarante

Quinta de Locaia - Magnifica Casa Rural Junto a Amarante

Salvador do Monte Porto
Stay at this golf villa in Amarante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Parque Aquático de Amarante and Amarante Golf Course ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Vacances
Annonce conforme à l'annonce À la campagne avec jardin Super

Reviewed on 10 May 2025

Quinta de Locaia - Magnifica Casa Rural Junto a Amarante
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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