Igreja de São Paio de Merelim, Braga
#55 among attractions in Braga
Facts and practical information
The São Paio Church is the largest religious spot in São Paio de Merelim.
The patron saint is São Paio, a young man martyred during the Arab domination of the Iberian Peninsula.
São Paio de MerelimBraga Portugal
Igreja de São Paio de Merelim – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Estádio Municipal de Braga, Chapel of São Frutuoso, Mosteiro de Tibães, Museu dos Biscainhos.
- 2.3 miSEOutdoor activities, Football, Sport venue
Estádio Municipal de Braga, Braga
59 min walk • Tucked within the ancient city of Braga, Portugal, the Estádio Municipal de Braga, also known as Estádio AXA, is a modern architectural marvel that has redefined the concept of a sports venue. Carved into the Monte Castro quarry that overlooks the city, this stadium...
- 2.1 miSEChurch, Pre-romanesque architecture
Chapel of São Frutuoso, Braga
54 min walk • The Chapel of São Frutuoso, also known as São Frutuoso de Montélios, is a unique gem nestled in the historical city of Braga, Portugal. This pre-Romanesque church, dating back to the 7th century, stands as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry and architectural...
- 2.2 miSWBenedictine monastery with rococo decor
Mosteiro de Tibães, Braga
57 min walk • Nestled in the verdant landscape on the outskirts of Braga, Portugal, the Mosteiro de Tibães emerges as a testament to the country's rich monastic heritage. This former Benedictine monastery, steeped in history and architectural splendor, offers visitors a unique...
- 2.9 miSEMuseum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Museu dos Biscainhos, Braga
74 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Braga, Portugal, the Museu dos Biscainhos is a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. This historical museum is housed in a stunning 17th-century Baroque palace that was once the residence of the Biscainhos family.
- 1.7 miEManor house, Art Nouveau architecture
Castle of D. Chica, Braga
45 min walk • Nestled in the verdant outskirts of Braga, Portugal, stands the Castle of D. Chica, a manor house that embodies the grandeur of early 20th-century architecture. This remarkable edifice, also known as Palácio da Dona Chica or Castelo da Dona Chica, is an emblem of the...
- 2.9 miSEMuseum, Art museum, Art gallery
Museu da Imagem, Braga
76 min walk • The Image Museum or in Portuguese Museu da Imagem is located in Braga, Portugal and is dedicated to photography. The collection is one of the largest and most important in Portugal.
- 2.9 miSEChurch
Pópulo Church, Braga
74 min walk • Pópulo Church is a neoclassical church located in Braga. The Church has been classified as Property of Public Interest since 1977.
- 0.8 miNBridge
Ponte do Prado, Braga
21 min walk • The Bridge of Prado is a bridge constructed over the Cávado River, in the civil parish of Vila de Prado, municipality of Vila Verde, in Norte Region, Portugal northern Portugal. Although originally a Roman bridge, it was re-constructed during the 16th century when the original had been destroyed following flooding and consistent use.
- 2.8 miSEChurch, Restaurant
Carmo Church, Braga
73 min walk • The Carmo Church in Portuguese, Igreja do Carmo is a Portuguese 17th-century church in Braga, Portugal, with a Latin cross Floor plan and a single nave. The church is part of the Carmelite Convent, founded in 1653.
- 2.9 miSEGarden, Fountain, Park
Fountain of Campo das Hortas, Braga
76 min walk • The Fountain of Campo das Hortas is a fountain located in civil parish of Sé, municipality of Braga in northern Portugal.
- 2.2 miNEBridge
Ponte do Bico
57 min walk • Ponte do Bico is a bridge in Portugal. It is located in Braga District, crossing the Cávado River. It is a work from the time of minister Fontes Pereira de Melo who is mostly remembered for conducting dynamic industrial and public infrastructure policy which become known as Fontismo.