Top Things to Do in Ponte de Lima, Portugal's Oldest Village, Ponte de Lima, Portugal

Situated in the heart of Portugal’s Minho region, Ponte de Lima is a charming historical village that is easy to visit from Porto. It is known for its picturesque landscapes, ancient architecture, and for having the oldest village charter in Portugal. It’s an easy day trip from Porto, taking less than an hour’s by car or 90 minutes by bus. Prefer an overnight stay? You can easily combine this with a side trip to Viana do Castelo. Here are our top things to do during your visit to Ponte de Lima.

By Car: The quickest way to reach Ponte de Lima is by car, taking the A3 motorway towards Valença. This route takes about 50 minutes and allows you to enjoy the beautiful vistas of the Minho region at your own pace. Before reserving your rental car, be sure to check out the top tips for renting a car in Portugal!

By Bus: For those preferring public transport, regular buses run from Porto to Ponte de Lima. The journey takes approximately one hour and thirty minutes, and costs 9-24 Euros. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).