Arriving

By Train -- The station is on Avenida Alcaides de Faria (tel. 25/381-12-43 or 808/208-208). To reach Barcelos from Braga, go by train to the town of Nine, from which there is a direct train link into Barcelos, costing 2.60€ one way. Twelve trains a day make the 45-minute trip from Viana do Castelo that costs 2.35€.

By Bus -- The station is on Avenida Dr. Sidónio Pais (tel. 25/381-43-10). Fourteen buses a day arrive from Braga. It's a 50-minute trip that costs 1.80€.

By Car -- From Braga, follow N103 due west.

Visitor Information

The Barcelos Tourist Office is at Largo de Porta Nova -- Torre de Menagem (tel. 25/381-18-82; www.rtam.pt). In summer, it's open Monday to Friday 9:30am to 6pm, Saturday 10am to 5:30pm, and Sunday 10am to 1pm.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.