Why choose this Porto tour ?
Get to know the history and culture of Porto on this Walking Tour!!
This experience introduces you to the essential sights and locations in Porto.
Explore the city’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center, seeing Baroque churches and the incredible Porto Cathedral. Hear of Moorish invasions and see some of the city’s more modern highlights, like the wine cellars where its famous Port (fortified wine) is aged, and its iconic iron bridge – Ponte de Dom Luis I.
We will take you to discover this city that perches over the river and it´s composed of old houses that seem to huddle each other, with a unique charm and character.
Just need to choose from the morning or afternoon schedule and inform us about your preferred language. Don’t forget to bring your camera, we guarantee amazing views and great moments. Public and private tours available every day.
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What makes Experience Porto’s Charm: 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour a unique experience ?
Meeting point
This bridge of metal structure was built between 1881 and 1888 linking both cities, Porto and Gaia.
The station connects the Minho and Douro Valley railway lines. The building has french arquitecture traces which was designed by the portuguese architect José Marques da Silva and officially inaugurated on October 5th, 1916. This site is very well-known for its tile panels.
The market is one of the most emblematic markets in the city. It is a typical neoclassical building. The Bolhão market offers fresh local products. The market is organized by product areas which includes fish, meat, vegetables, fruits and flowers. Outside the building, there are a variety of coffee and clothes shops.
This historic coffee shop can be found in Santa Catarina street. This place resembles the Belle Epoque-era with carved wood, mirrors and chandellers. In 2011, this beautiful coffee shop was considered the sixth most beautiful coffee in the world.
Lello & Irmão Bookstore – This bookstore has been considered as one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world by several personalities and entities. The stairways served as inspiration for the Hogwarts’ stairways in the Harry Potter books, since JK Rowling lived in Porto.
The church and tower are great architectural examples of the 18th century. The tower is the trademark of the city. It was designed by the architect Nicolau Nasoni, both buildings have a Baroque style and since 1910 they are part of the National Monuments.
Ribeira Neighborhood – Ribeira is one of the oldest areas of the city. Located along the river, it integrates the list of UNESCO sites. This is a very popular area full of restaurants and bars.
The Porto Cathedral is located in the heart of the historic area and is one of the oldest monuments in Portugal.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A small amount of walking is involved. We recommend comfortable shoes.
- This tour operates in the rain so please check the weather conditions and dress accordantly. The company provides ponchos.
- All customers with reservation must check in 15min prior to the tour start.
- Minimum number of 2 people applies. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements.
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- Private Portuguese Guided Tour
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Experience Porto’s Charm: 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Best Of Porto Walking Tour of 3-Hour, with Live Comentary.
- General briefing is given before the activity.
- Company Liability Insurance and Personal Injury Insurance
- Each Tour is accompanied by one of our Storytellers.
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and beverages
- Entrance fees
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Bluedragon.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Lisbon.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 1692 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
NOTE: The meeting point is at our shop Rua Alexandre Herculano 251, 4000-053 Porto.
• All customers with a reservation must BE READY 15min prior to the tour start. If the group is late, their reservation will be automatically canceled without any rescheduling or refund. (Reservations: 00351 912562190) .
• In case of bad weather and if the Company considers that there are no safety conditions to operate the activity, it’s possible to reschedule on the same day pending availability (no refund).
• This tour operates in the rain so please check the weather conditions and dress accordantly.
• Minors must be accompanied by an adult who must sign a Statement of Responsibility for children up to 17years old upon arrival.
• It´s forbidden for pregnant women and intoxicated people, not recommended to mentally or physically incapacitated people or to people with a prosthesis.
• Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
• Minimum numbers of 2 people apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
• All reservations can be rescheduled/refunded/canceled free of charge up until 24h working hours before the activity. After that, all reservations will be charged in full at 100%.
