What activities to do in Braga with children?

Parque da Ponte is a green space that combines two distinct spaces. Outside, different and elegant species of trees are arranged in an organized way and make the place cool and pleasant. In the center of the Park an artificial lake with a small fountain in the center. A few meters away, there is a children's playground and an exercise park. The first, consisting of the traditional swing and slides, and the second, with small metal machines for those who want to exercise.
Location: Parque Da Ponte, N101, 4715-214 | Braga

The highway park is the sports space of choice in Braga. It offers, in various sizes, football fields with synthetic grass and on land, two basketball courts, a maintenance circuit and, in the future, volleyball, beach soccer and paddle courts.
The playground is complete with swings, slides, hammocks, among others. The versatility of the space allows not only the practice of sports such as football, basketball or athletics, but also leisure walks around the park or on the adjacent bike path. Anyone who wants to exercise a little has no excuse for not taking the little ones.

Location: Av. João Paulo II, 4715 | Braga

There is no shortage of things to do at Quinta Pedagógica de Braga! Feed the animals, treat them, water the gardens, remove weeds and then enjoy a well-deserved rest at the foot of the lake, or relax with a walk in the woods.
For school students, the pedagogical farm of Braga offers the possibility of preparing the land, sowing, planting, weeding and watering, thus following the entire process of growing vegetables.
On weekends and holidays, admission to the Quinta Pedagógica de Braga is free.

Location: Caminho dos Quatro Caminhos (next to the Chapel of S. Frutuoso) - Real, 4700-288 Braga

Opened in March 2019, Picoto Park offers several activities for adults and children from 3 years old. Some of the modalities are: panoramic tree climbing circuit, slide, climbing, free fall jump, paintball, target shooting, mini golf, among others. The price of each activity varies between € 1 and € 75, but admission to the park is completely free. If you prefer, you can just enjoy the beautiful view from the Picoto viewpoint. It is the only place from which it is possible to have a 360 degree view of the city. it is just five minutes from the center of Braga.

Location: Monte do Picoto, 4715-213 Braga

It is imperative to take the kids to Bom Jesus do Monte, where they can see all the splendor of the city!
Bom Jesus do Monte is a reference of Baroque art in Portugal and one of the most visited places in Europe, not only by pilgrims, but also by all those who want to admire its beauty.
It is a place where you can pray, rest, do various activities and discover places and charms.
It is the ideal place to celebrate nature with the kids. Here you can let your imagination run free and play freely.

Location: Estrada do Bom Jesus, 4715-056 Tenões