Barcelos – Home of the Portuguese Galo de Barcelos

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180€
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  • 1 Day
  • Porto
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Known for being the capital of Portuguese craftsmanship, the dynamism of its people is reflected in the greatness of its handicrafts. Home of Galo de Barcelos, the architectural heritage also deserves attention, such as the Mother Church (13th century) and the Keep Tower (15th century).
  • Visit the oldest weekly market in Portugal
  • Visit Artisan workshops
  • Visit the Pottery Museum
  • Taste Local food meet Local people
  • 40 min from Porto

Barcelos – Capital of Portuguese Handicrafts

Morning:

City Tour: Explore the charming city of Barcelos.Weekly Market: If the visit is on a Thursday, stop by the weekly market, one of the oldest in Portugal.

Landmarks: Visit the Church of Santa Maria Maior (13th century) and the Torre da Porta Nova (15th century).

Pottery Tradition:Discover the region’s pottery heritage, which dates back to Roman times.Visit the Pottery Museum with over 9,000 pieces on display. Highlights: Portuguese ceramics (matte and glazed) and international pieces from countries like Angola, Brazil, and Cape Verde.

Afternoon:

Visit local artisans’ workshops to learn about the craft of the Barcelos figurines.Highlight: The iconic Barcelos Rooster.

More Information

Included

Transport, visits to the museum and artisan workshops, assurance

Not included

Meals and personal expenses

Bring along

Confort shoes

Participants

Min 2 max 6

Languages

English, French, Portuguese

Important information

Be present 15 minutes before departure Its not permited to eat or smoke inside the car ( vaping not allowed to) Not suitable for people with with reduced mobility We don´t admit children under eight years old
Venue

Address

R. Ofélia Diogo da Costa 25, 4100-111 Porto, Portugal

Location name / meeting point

Behind Casa da Música

Train Stations & Bus Stops

Boavista

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