Overview

Get ready to discover the heart of Porto on foot with an easy and relaxing Walking Tour of Porto. This tour takes you through the city’s UNESCO-listed old town, hidden alleys, and breathtaking viewpoints. You will stroll through the top landmarks like the Porto Cathedral, São Bento train station, Aliados Avenue, Cândido dos Reis and Galerias Paris streets, and more. Walk by the ancient churches, noble palaces, colorful buildings, and quiet corners full of characters. Learn about the local culture from your storyteller local guide. Hear stories about Porto’s past and take in amazing views of the Douro River. Along the way, you will get tips on where to eat and the best places to take photos. The Walking Tour of Porto lets you uncover the soul of Porto in its old palaces, lovely squares, and river views as you pass through the different neighbourhoods.

Highlights

Stroll through Porto’s hidden gems and narrow alleys with the Walking Tour of Porto
See the famous places like Porto Cathedral, São Bento train station
Get insider tips on the best local food and photo stops in Porto
See the iron bridge designed by Teófilo Seyrig (apprentice of Gustave Eiffel)
Explore the cellars of the famous Port Wine and the iconic Rabelo boats
Smartphone Voucher Accepted! No need to take printed tickets!

Itinerary

Join us on a walking tour of Porto, where we'll discover some off-the-beaten-path places and picturesque streets of the city. On this exclusive walking tour through the streets of the historic centre of Porto, classified as World Heritage by UNESCO since 1996, you will explore this beautiful city “perched” over the river, made of old houses that seem to pile up on each other and stretching from the river to the sea. Stroll past ancient palaces, old churches, emblematic neighbourhoods, true locals, and the most picturesque alleys the city has to offer. Admire the emblematic iron bridge designed by Teófilo Seyrig, apprentice of Gustave Eiffel. Your local storytelling guide will introduce you to the famous Port Wine cellars and the iconic Rabelo boats lined along the pier, keeping alive the memory of when they transported wine barrels along the Douro river to Porto. This Walking Tour of Porto offers a complete overview of the city centre, allowing you to explore its oldest neighbourhoods and major sites while receiving fascinating stories, the best photo spots, and superb service from your guide.

The Walking Tour of Porto also takes you to visit the Porto Cathedral, located in the heart of the historic city and one of Portugal’s oldest monuments rich in history. Step inside São Bento train station, famous for its grand atrium adorned with twenty thousand pictorial tiles by Jorge Colaço depicting Portuguese history and ethnographic scenes. Walk down Aliados Avenue, the city’s main avenue, lined with Art Nouveau and Art Deco façades, ending with the Intercontinental Hotel at one end and the City Hall at the other. Stroll along Cândido dos Reis and Galerias Paris streets, lively at night with cafés, bars, and discos, but equally worth visiting during the day for their art deco and art nouveau façades. Explore the world-renowned Lello Bookstore, celebrated for its stunning staircases and recognised as one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world.

Pause at Gomes Teixeira Square, locally known as Lions Square, with its artistic fountain and sculptures of winged lions, named after the illustrious mathematician and first governor of Porto University. Marvel at the Clérigos Tower, the city’s ex-libris and the most iconic work of Italian architect Nicolau Nasoni. From the Vitória viewpoint in the heart of the old Jewish quarter, enjoy panoramic views of Porto’s historic centre, the two-level bridge, and Vila Nova de Gaia. Continue to Infante D. Henrique Square to see the neoclassical Bolsa Palace and the emblematic iron-architecture Mercado Ferreira Borges. End the Walking Tour of Porto at Ribeira, one of Porto’s oldest and most traditional areas, where you can relax by the Douro River, enjoy the breathtaking views of Vila Nova de Gaia, sip a glass of Port wine, and soak in the city’s vibrant atmosphere until sunset. Discover not just monuments, but stories, traditions, and hidden corners with the Walking Tour of Porto.

Schedule

Start Time: 10:00am and 03:00pm (please arrive 20 minutes prior to the start time)
Duration: (Approx.) 3 Hours
Meeting Point: R. de Alexandre Herculano 251, 4000-053 Porto
Ending Point: Praca do Infante D. Henrique, 4050-561 Porto, Portugal
(Please check the calendar to know about availability)

Includes

Professional Local Guide
Multilingual Tour (German, English, French)
Liability and Personal Accident Insurance
Taxes

Redemption Info

You can present your mobile or printed voucher at the meeting location: R. de Alexandre Herculano 251, 4000-053 Porto.
In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
Ticket/ Voucher is valid to the travel date you choose.

Know Before You Go

Voucher Information: Mobile and Paper Voucher are accepted!
Everyone joining the tour is encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and clothing since there will be considerable walking involved.
Guests are advised to carry their passport on the day of travel.
Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellation Policy

You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.