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Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines
(3) Reviews
Porto
About
Discover the elegance and legacy of the Casa de Mateus palace, one of the most beautiful examples of Baroque mannors in Portugal. The guided tour takes you through the museum, where you can explore the history of the family and its cultural impact, the stunning gardens and the imposing Chapel. In the end, you get to know the mannor's products, have a delicious lunch and a wine tasting session with 3 Douro wines.
• Discover the iconic Mateus Palace, a jewel of Portuguese Baroque architecture. • Explore the formal gardens and richly decorated interiors of the house. • Taste authentic regional wines in a unique historical setting. • Learn about the connection between Casa de Mateus and the fam...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch: Pão d’Avó bread, olives, cheese with ham, Alheira, carrot & orange soup Mains: Codfish Brás or crispy chicken confit with salad & rustic potatoes. Douro wines. Dessert: Chocolate cube & coffee.
Wine tastings (18+)
Pick up/Drop off service
Meeting Points
Departure
Igreja da Lapa
Facing the church façade, bus is parked on the right side
Return
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Children up to 12 years old and less than 135cm tall (at the same time) must be secured by an approved restraint system adapted to their size and weight (seats with or without back support). Seats available.
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
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Non-alcoholic drinks will be served for travelers under 18 years old
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Casa de Mateus Foundation is a magnificent Baroque manor house that enchants with its imposing architecture and stunning gardens, the chapel, a museum full of art and relics, and the centuries-old cellar, where the region's winemaking tradition is preserved. The visit ends with a Douro wines tasting.
3 hours
2
Régua
Lunch at the Quinta do Lodeiro and wine cellars visit
Starters: Pão d’Avó bread, seasoned olives, Shepherd cheese with Lamego ham, game meat Alheira sausage and a creamy carrot and orange soup
Main Courses: Codfish Brás style or Crispy chicken Confit with garden salad, Rustic potatos with Aromatic olive oil reduction
Paired with Douro white and red wines
Dessert:
Chocolate Cube
Coffee
1 hour and 30 minutes
Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines
(3) Reviews
Porto
Select Date & Travelers
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$139.50
Price varies by group size
About
Discover the elegance and legacy of the Casa de Mateus palace, one of the most beautiful examples of Baroque mannors in Portugal. The guided tour takes you through the museum, where you can explore the history of the family and its cultural impact, the stunning gardens and the imposing Chapel. In the end, you get to know the mannor's products, have a delicious lunch and a wine tasting session with 3 Douro wines.
• Discover the iconic Mateus Palace, a jewel of Portuguese Baroque architecture. • Explore the formal gardens and richly decorated interiors of the house. • Taste authentic regional wines in a unique historical setting. • Learn about the connection between Casa de Mateus and the fam...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch: Pão d’Avó bread, olives, cheese with ham, Alheira, carrot & orange soup Mains: Codfish Brás or crispy chicken confit with salad & rustic potatoes. Douro wines. Dessert: Chocolate cube & coffee.
Wine tastings (18+)
Pick up/Drop off service
Meeting Points
Departure
Igreja da Lapa
Facing the church façade, bus is parked on the right side