• By 24 June 1959, the new Palace of the Dukes of Braganza was inaugurated and finally open to the public.
  • The Palace of the Dukes of Braganza has a history that dates back to the 15th century, offering a captivating view of Portugal’s past.
  • Located in the very heart of charming Guimarães, the beautiful Palace of the Dukes of Braganza was designated as a National Monument in 1910.
  • It was the home to the first Dukes of Braganza from the 1420s. The palace fell into disrepair after the 16th century when the duke moved to Vila Viçosa.
  • The Palace of the Dukes of Braganza (Paço dos Duques de Bragança) in Guimarães, Portugal, was probably built between 1420 and 1422, for Afonso, Count of...
  • The Palace of the Dukes of Braganza was commissioned by Dom Afonso, around 1420 – the year of his second marriage to Constança de Noronha.
  • The imposing Palace of the Dukes of Braganza takes visitors on a journey through time with its majestic architecture and richly decorated interiors.
  • With its gothic architecture blended with Burgundian influences (yes, Burgundian, you read that right!) the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza is simply unique!
  • It was the home to the first Dukes of Braganza from the 1420s. The palace fell into disrepair after the 16th century when the duke moved to Vila Viçosa.