Each restaurant in Guimarães offers its guests interesting dishes from a variety cuisines of the world. Foreign tourists often prefer national restaurants to others, however, fans of other culinary directions can easily find a place to eat. Histórico by Papaboa is considered one of the best restaurants serving local cuisine. The main feature of this place is a huge selection of desserts. Those having a sweet tooth will certainly enjoy fruitcakes, fresh pastries, and other sweets prepared by chefs according to their own recipes.
Guimaraes is a great destination for those who prefer ancient cities with their own history, atmosphere, culture. Indeed, this city has something to tell - there are more than enough … 
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1. It's best to exchange currency in specialized offices located at the airport. The rate may vary from bank to bank, it is also worth paying attention to the amount of the commission. Banks … Open
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Traditional local taverns are, perhaps, the best place to try the most popular local food in Guimaraes. This is where local residents prefer to eat on an everyday basis. As a rule, such taverns have very affordable rates and offer mouthwatering burgers and many dishes with fish. Fans of seafood should consider trying Bacalhau, an original dish that is made of dried cod. The menus of local restaurants specializing in the regional cuisine contain many meat dishes. Veal with potatoes remains one of the most sought-after foods among locals.
In a beautiful historic building situated near the city center is housed the Hotel Mestre de Avis. One of the main features of this establishment is its pleasant interior. The rooms are … Open
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All kinds of salads are an essential part of the national menu. They often contain seafood. Gourmets will find it interesting to order a salad with octopuses. Shrimps and clams are one more widespread ingredient of many salads. Some types of vegetable garnishes may look quite unusual to foreign guests. For example, there are very interesting salads consisting of onion, fennel, and olives. Olives alone are a very popular snack and appetizer in the region.
One of the most prestigious accommodation options in Guimaraes is Hotel da Oliveira. This designer hotel is situated a couple of minutes’ walk from the old castle – the most famous … Open
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As an appetizer, local restaurants usually offer plates with bacon, ham, and cheese. The plates can also contain fresh fruit. Local markets are a great destination for everyone wishing to try peculiar types of meat delicacies and rare types of cheese. Grocery shops often organize interesting sampling sessions to their visitors. Finally, local restaurants offer a range of interesting desserts. Airy mousses and creams, all kinds of sweet pastries, and many interesting desserts with fresh fruit will not leave tourists indifferent. The traditional cuisine of Guimaraes is simple and elegant at the same time.
