Porto tour
PORTO — A Full Day of History, Riverside Charm & Port Wine
Discover Porto, Portugal’s captivating second city, where monumental architecture, medieval lanes and colourful riverside houses reveal centuries of history and trading traditions.
Begin along Avenida dos Aliados, Porto’s grand civic boulevard, framed by elegant façades and crowned by the imposing Town Hall. Continue to São Bento Railway Station, where magnificent azulejo panels bring Portuguese history to life. Explore the historic centre around the soaring Clérigos Tower, admire the distinctive exterior of Lello Bookshop and discover the beautiful tiled façade of Carmo Church.
Visit the Cathedral quarter, dominated by Porto’s fortress-like medieval cathedral, and enjoy sweeping views towards the Douro and Vila Nova de Gaia. Stroll through atmospheric streets and charming Rua das Flores, once associated with the city’s goldsmiths, towards Praça do Infante, the elegant Palácio da Bolsa and São Francisco Church, renowned for its sumptuous gilded interior.
Reach the picturesque Ribeira waterfront, where colourful houses overlook the river and the magnificent Dom Luís I Bridge. Enjoy free time for lunch, discovering traditional flavours such as bacalhau, the celebrated tripas à moda do Porto or a hearty francesinha. An optional Douro cruise offers a delightful perspective of Porto’s bridges and riverside scenery.
In the afternoon, cross to Vila Nova de Gaia for a guided visit to a traditional Port wine lodge, with tasting included. Discover the heritage behind this world-famous wine and enjoy outstanding views of Porto from the Serra do Pilar viewpoint.
Complete your experience with a scenic drive through Boavista, passing the striking Casa da Música, and along Foz do Douro, where the river meets the Atlantic. Cross the impressive Arrábida Bridge for a memorable finale to a day filled with Porto’s history, landscapes and flavours.
Included: Full-day sightseeing and Port wine lodge visit with tasting.
Lunch: Free time; meal not included.
Optional: Douro river cruise. Other monument admissions are not included.