Arco da Porta Nova, Braga

Name: Arco da Porta Nova
Address: R. Dom Frei Caetano Brandão 63, Braga, 4700-422, Portugal

#38 among attractions in Braga

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The Arch of the New Gate, is a Baroque and Neoclassical arch, designed by André Soares in the late 18th century, in the civil parish of Sé, municipality of Braga, in northern Portugal. The triumphal arch which decorates the western entrance to the medieval wall of the city, was opened in 1512 and traditionally used to present the city's keys to dignitaries and celebrities. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1373 (651 years ago)Coordinates: 41°33'1"N, 8°25'46"W

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R. Dom Frei Caetano Brandão 63SéBraga 4700-422 Portugal

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Arco da Porta Nova – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Braga Cathedral, Episcopal Palace, Museu dos Biscainhos, Garden of Santa Barbara.

~640 ftE
Cathedral with Gothic and Baroque features
Braga Cathedral, Braga
4 min walk • Braga Cathedral, known as Sé de Braga, stands as a timeless testament to the religious and architectural heritage of Braga, Portugal. As the oldest cathedral in the country, its foundations date back to the 12th century, embodying Romanesque style with subsequent...
~800 ftE
Palace
Episcopal Palace, Braga
4 min walk • The Episcopal Palace of Braga, a majestic architectural gem, stands proudly in the historical city of Braga, Portugal. This palace, which has served as the residence of the Archbishops of Braga for centuries, is a monument to religious and political power, reflecting...
~380 ftN
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Museu dos Biscainhos, Braga
2 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.
~1040 ftNE
Garden, Park
Garden of Santa Barbara, Braga
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Braga, Portugal, the Garden of Santa Barbara presents a picturesque escape from the urban bustle, offering visitors a serene blend of historical charm and natural beauty. This enchanting park, with its meticulously manicured flowerbeds...
0.4 miE
Museum, Art museum
Nogueira da Silva Museum, Braga
11 min walk • The Nogueira da Silva Museum is located in Braga, Portugal. The museum consists of the legacy bequeathed by the entrepreneur Nogueira da Silva to the University of Minho.
~1360 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Capela dos Coimbras, Braga
7 min walk • The Chapel of the Coimbras is a Manueline chapel located in the civil parish of São João do Souto, in the municipality of Braga. It has been classified as a National Monument since 1910.
0.4 miE
Church
Congregados Basilica, Braga
11 min walk • The Congregados Basilica in Portuguese, Igreja dos Congregados is a Portuguese 18th-century baroque Basilica in Braga, Portugal.
~1850 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Theatre Circo, Braga
9 min walk • The Theatre Circo is a 20th-century, Portuguese revivalist theatre, in the civil parish of São João do Souto, municipality of Braga.
~1940 ftE
Museum, Baroque architecture, Architecture
Raio Palace, Braga
10 min walk • The Palace of Raio is a Baroque era residence in the urbanized area of the municipality of Braga, in the civil parish of São José de São Lázaro.
~40 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Museu da Imagem, Braga
1 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.
~640 ftE
Church
Misericórdia Church, Braga
4 min walk • The Misericórdia is a church located in Sé, Braga, Portugal. Built in 1562 it is considered the most important legacy of the Renaissance period in the city, despite the profound changes it suffered in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Arco da Porta Nova?

Nearby attractions include Museu da Imagem, Braga (1 min walk), Minho Free Walking Tours, Braga (1 min walk), Fountain of Campo das Hortas, Braga (2 min walk), Museu dos Biscainhos, Braga (2 min walk).

How to get to Arco da Porta Nova by public transport?

The nearest stations to Arco da Porta Nova:

Train

Braga (7 min walk)

Bus

Central de Camionagem (11 min walk)
João XXI-I (18 min walk)