The Best of Porto: 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour

Highlights

  • Get insider tips on the best port wine cellars in town

  • Discover the influences of the ancient Romans and Moors on the city

  • Snap a few photos from the Ponte de Dom Luis I and Porto Cathedral

Summary

Meet your guide in central Porto to begin your city walking tour. Delve into the rich history of Porto beginning with ancient Romans and ending with the Moors and the French. See how these cultures influenced the local architecture that still stands today in the historic center. Stroll past Romanesque walls on your way to the Porto Cathedral and Baroque architecture by the Church of Santa Clara. And no visit to Portugal is complete without gazing upon the beautiful Moorish tiles that adorn many buildings in the area. From the city center, proceed towards the Ponte de Dom Luis I and look out upon the Douro River and traditional Rabelo boats. These boats were used to transport the grapes to the wine cellars which are the next stop on the tour. Learn about the process of making fortified wine, passing storied shops and cafes before ending your tour at Ribeira Square.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
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Why take this tour?

Discover the wine capital of Portugal on this immersive city walking tour of Porto. Learn about its extensive history with your tour guide while wandering its ancient curved streets. Visit the UNESCO-listed city center while exploring the Porto Cathedral, baroque churches, and learn about the process and history of their famous fortified wine.

What’s included?

  • Bottled water

  • Best Of Porto Walking Tour of 3-Hour, with Live Comentary.

  • Company Liability Insurance and Personal Injury Insurance

  • Each Tour is accompanied by one of our Storytellers.

  • General briefing is given before the activity.

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Food and beverages

  • Gratuities

  • Entrance fees

  • Entry/Admission - Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral)

  • Entry/Admission - Ponte de Dom Luís I

  • Entry/Admission - Sao Bento Railway Station

  • Entry/Admission - Cafe Majestic

  • Entry/Admission - Livraria Lello

  • Entry/Admission - Torre dos Clérigos

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Bluedragon Porto City Tours

About operator:

Our tours were designed to show you unique places, offers you the best orientation, with an informative & entertaining local guide and a great time in this beautiful World Heritage city. We are one of the TOP references on things to do on tripadvisor. We offer 3 ways to show you de city. Our guides will show you a great insight into Porto`s lifestyle, history and culture, great tips as well with a exclusive and personal touch. In our Walking Tours we delve into the wonderful & oldest neighborhoods, narrow streets and fantastic views of the city and Douro river. In our Bike Tours, you will join other travelers with same mentality as you. On the Segway Tours you simply see more, with less effort, 100% fun and 0% CO2.

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