Best way to experience it is to take the tram near the Cathedral all the way up for just BR20 both ways, and then walk down to Guimaraes, where you get great views of the northern part of the city as you stroll down the hill, but beware of your surroundings as the cars here go around the bends like maniacs and you are in a favela after all, even though they are mostly harmless, just get down to Centro or Guimaraes before dark. read more