Amarante

Travel 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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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 SAR 566 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
SAR 566
SAR 608 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Amarante. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and an attached winery. Popular attractions Quinta da Lixa Winery and Caves Moura ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (340 reviews)
Beautiful property, clean rooms, excellent wine and restaurant.

Reviewed on 14 November 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 SAR 919 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
SAR 919
SAR 983 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Amarante. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions San Gonçalo Bridge and San Gonçalo ...
10/10 Exceptional! (19 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 November 2025

Casa da Calçada Relais & Châteaux
Octant Douro

Octant Douro

5 out of 5
Estrada Nacional 222 Km 41 Castelo de Paiva
The price is SAR 1,263 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
SAR 1,263
SAR 1,339 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Castelo de Paiva. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (347 reviews)
Wonderful stay in a gorgeous location. Staff, room, comfortable bed, food (in-room dining and onsite) were excellent.

Reviewed on 31 December 2025

Octant Douro
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.
Peso Village

Peso Village

3.5 out of 5
Rua da Quinta do Peso, 85 Amarante Porto
Stay at this vacation home in Amarante. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions San Gonçalo Bridge and Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso ...
9.6/10 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 July 2025

Peso Village
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 vacation 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! (56 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 July 2025

Gatao: Cottage in the begining of Douro very cosy and peaceful
D'Autor Village

D'Autor Village

4 out of 5
Rua da Algária 473 Baiao Porto
Stay at this villa in Baiao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Quinta de Covela and Eça de Queiroz Foundation are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
We stayed here for about a week with our children aged 13 and 11. We loved our time here, the estate the apartments are on is beautiful. The apartment was clean and the staff are friendly and very responsive. Breakfast was delicious too.

Reviewed on 26 August 2025

D'Autor Village
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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Colette

A great place to stay and a darling town

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Stayed in Amarante just to visit Douro Valley area. Beautiful drive from hotel to Pinhao.