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Port: Walking Tour with Local Guide and Hidden Roofings
Porto
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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Escape the robotic routes and tourist traps. Join us on a journey through history, where the grandiosity of the monuments crosses with the best-kept secrets of medieval streets. From the cinematic glory of Lello Livraria to the vibrant pulse of Ribeira, this tour offers the perfect introduction to the city, focusing on what really matters: culture, architecture and the best photographs.
Why book this experience? Optimized Route: We created an intelligent itinerary, almost always descending, so you can see the iconic landmarks (Allies, Saint Benedict, Clergy) with maximum comfort.
Insider Tips: In addition to the story, we share the best recommendations of where to eat the best cod, drink t...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Government Fees
Meeting Points
Departure
Praça de Gomes Teixeira
Meet your Guide at the Teixeira Gomes Square, near the fountain and near the Churches of Carmo and the Carmelites.
**The Guide will be wearing a blue rain guard**
Return
R. da Bolsa 1834
The experience ends in Ribeira, one of the most emblematic areas of Porto, along the river Douro.
Port: Walking Tour with Local Guide and Hidden Roofings
Porto
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Escape the robotic routes and tourist traps. Join us on a journey through history, where the grandiosity of the monuments crosses with the best-kept secrets of medieval streets. From the cinematic glory of Lello Livraria to the vibrant pulse of Ribeira, this tour offers the perfect introduction to the city, focusing on what really matters: culture, architecture and the best photographs.
Why book this experience? Optimized Route: We created an intelligent itinerary, almost always descending, so you can see the iconic landmarks (Allies, Saint Benedict, Clergy) with maximum comfort.
Insider Tips: In addition to the story, we share the best recommendations of where to eat the best cod, drink t...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Government Fees
Meeting Points
Departure
Praça de Gomes Teixeira
Meet your Guide at the Teixeira Gomes Square, near the fountain and near the Churches of Carmo and the Carmelites.
**The Guide will be wearing a blue rain guard**
Return
R. da Bolsa 1834
The experience ends in Ribeira, one of the most emblematic areas of Porto, along the river Douro.
Secrets Between Walls: Meet the curious house of just 1 meter wide that separates two imposing churches and discover the legends surrounding this unique place.
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Torre dos Clerigos
Contemplate the former libris of Porto, a masterpiece by Nicolau Nasoni with 75 meters high. The climb to the tower is optional and is not included in the tour.
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Livraria Lello
Admire the neogothic facade of the one considered the most beautiful bookstore in the world. Note : The visit is only outside; the cost of the voucher and entrance are not included due to the long queues.
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Avenida Dos Aliados
Allies Avenue
Walk through the Port’s “visitor room” and admire the imposition of French-inspired architecture and the statue of D. Pedro IV.
5 minutes
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Sao Bento Railway Station
History in Azulejo: Enter one of the most beautiful stations in the world for a guided reading of its 20,000 tiles, which portray the battles and traditions that shaped Portugal.
15 minutes
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Catedral do Porto
Porto and Miradouro
The Origins of the Port: Visit the outside of the 12th-century Cathedral-Fortaleza. Enjoy a strategic stop on your terreiro to capture the most stunning panoramic views over the city’s roofs.
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Muralha Fernandina
The Medieval Defense: Travel through time to the 14th century and contemplate the imposing pieces of the walls that once protected the city. A fascinating example of medieval military architecture that survived the growth of Porto.
Vertiginous Views: Enjoy one of the most dramatic sights in the city. From here, you will have a unique view of the Douro slope, the Louis I Bridge and the Porto wine caves on the other bank.
Hidden Paths: Discover how these walls defined the limits of the historic center (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and listen to the stories of sieges and victories that shaped the spirit of the "Unbeckled City".
Note: We will focus our visit on the viewpoints and sections accessible to the public, allowing you to take panoramic photographs without the crowds of the lowlands.
5 minutes
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Mercado Ferreira Borges
Iconic Iron Architecture: Admire one of the most vibrant examples of 19th-century industrial architecture. Its red iron structure is one of the most unmistakable visual landmarks of Porto.
From Market to Cultural Center : Discover how this old fresco market has been transformed into the Hard Club, a dynamic space of music and culture that gives a new life to the historic building.
Heritage and Modernity: Learn the history of this National Monument which, although never functioned as a traditional market, has become a fundamental piece in the identity of the historic area.
10 minutes
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Cais da Ribeira
World Heritage Site: End the tour on the banks of the Douro River, in the most charismatic neighborhood of Porto. Explore the maze of colorful streets and the imposing Louis I Bridge, the perfect setting for your latest photographs.
**In this last place we will close the tour with a golden key with the offer of a small gift!**
