Enjoy a full-day guided minibus tour through the historical center of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel through centuries of history, visit a cellar to taste port wine, and enjoy a cruise to see the bridges that connect Porto and Gaia.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, French, Portuguese
- Pickup optional
- Your hotel in Porto or Vila Nova de Gaia city center.
Experience
Highlights
- Visit the historic center of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Learn the secrets of making port wine, and enjoy a tasting at a local wine cellar
- Enjoy a cruise to see the 6 bridges that connect Porto and Gaia
Full description
This guided tour of the city of Porto begins in the historic center, where you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Cathedral, the São Bento train station, known for its beautiful tiles representing important moments in the history of Portugal, and stop at the Lello bookstore.
During the full-day tour you’ll learn about the streets, squares, and sites in the historic center, including the Praça da Batalha, Santa Catarina Street, Majestic Coffee House, Bolhão Market, and Aliados Avenue.
Later in the morning you’ll visit a port wine cellar, learn how the wine is made, see some of the rarest bottles that currently exist, and enjoy a port wine tasting.
Stop for lunch a restaurant in Ribeira, and take in the magnificent views while dining.
In the afternoon you’ll see the city from a different perspective on a 1-hour cruise, and you’ll also have a chance to see all of the bridges that connect Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia.
Lastly, you’ll see Boavista, Serralves, and Foz as you travel to Castelo do Queijo, where you’ll take a break, have a snack or drink, or just enjoy the magnificent views of the sea.
Includes
- Guide service
- Sightseeing and minibus tour
- Port wine cellar visit and wine tasting
- Lunch
- 6 Bridges cruise
- Panoramic visit to Boavista and Foz (by the sea)
- Coffee break (scones and coffee/tea at a beach terrace)
- Hotel pick up and drop-off service (if option chosen)
- Other meals and drinks
- Entrance fee to Clérigos Church and Tower
- Personal expenses
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Meeting point
Next to São Bento train station - R. de Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4000-069 Porto, Portugal
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera
- Comfortable clothes
Not allowed
- Pets
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- Usually tours run in one language but there are cases where one extra language or more can be used
- Tours are available in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French
- The group size will be from 8 to 30 people
- The tour duration is an estimation, subject to local traffic and visit schedules
- Bookings must be confirmed at least 48 hours before the date of the service
- Children from 4 to 12 years pay half price
- Children aged 0 to 3 are free of charge
- The services included in the tour are subject to third party availability and may change without notice
- This tour is not available on 25 December and 1 January