Porto · CITY TOURS
Good city tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Explore Porto’s historic center on a 2.5-hour pay-what-you-want walk covering Lello, São Bento, the cathedral, and local stories.
“Nicely paced with great historical explanations. English was excellent and guide was very friendly and helpful. Answered questions within the tour and after tour.”
See Porto’s hills, bridges, cathedral, Ribeira, and Gaia by e-bike on a lively three-hour guided tour with local insight.
“Even though the rain was pouring down and I ended up completely drenched, the tour was an absolute highlight of my trip. Our guide Rodrigo was exceptionally friendly, well-educated, and full of fascinating stories about Porto’s history and culture. He led us to some truly beautiful hidden spots and made the entire experience both insightful and great fun despite the weather. I can highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Porto!”
See Porto by city train, tour Portugal’s oldest port cellar, taste two ports, and cruise beneath the Douro’s six famous bridges.
“Overall I would say it’s well worth the €22! It gives you three opportunities to experience the amazing sights in Porto! Just make sure to validate your ticket at the office across from the cathedral. There was the added bonus of the attractive man who sells you tickets and gets you on the train”
Review Porto’s 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus, with Red and Blue routes, port tasting, walking tours, and an optional Douro cruise.
“A nice bus ride to see the city if you don’t want to walk much”
See Porto’s cathedral, tiled São Bento Station, Aliados Avenue and local stairways on a friendly three-hour walking tour.
“My husband and I only had one day in Porto so decided to do a private walking tour of the city. Our guide Egor was great. He took us around the city and explained the highlights. He was also very knowledgeable when we asked for more details or about other information. We would ask for him again next time.”
Walk Porto’s historic center with a local guide, from São Bento’s blue tiles to Ribeira, the Douro, Aliados Avenue, and Cordoaria Garden.
“Pedro was great! We had an awesome time learning from him; he was super knowledge of Porto and its history.”
See Porto’s key landmarks in 2.5 hours with lively local guides, useful city tips, hill-aware pacing, and excellent value.
“Great walk seeing where the top sites are! Artu, our guide was very knowledgeable covering a lot of the history.”
See Porto and Gaia by private vintage Ford T, with Serra do Pilar views, landmark stops, local stories, and optional Cálem Port tasting.
“Very friendly and informative driver/guide. Opportunities to get out of car to see things closer up.”
Porto’s hop-on hop-off bus covers Gaia, the coast, parks, museums, and wine cellars, with two routes, audio commentary, and discounts.
“Whatever commentary there was, it didn't synch with what was out on the street. A little synchrony please! We saw very little and learned even less. We should have taken a walk.”
Review of Porto’s full-day city tour with historic sights, Port wine tasting, Six Bridges cruise, Foz do Douro, and practical booking advice.
“Had the most awesome time. Our guide Inez and our driver couldn’t have been more professional, courteous, caring and friendly. Was a great start to our time in Porto and helped find places to visit.”
Explore Porto through Harry Potter on a small-group walk to São Bento, Café Majestic, and Livraria Lello with guide Vinicius.
“Vini was an absolutely brilliant guide: so friendly, positive energy and knowledgeable about Harry Potter! I can’t recommend this tour highly enough, it’s a must-do for Harry Potter fans visiting Porto!”
Make pastel de nata from scratch in central Porto, sip local wine, and enjoy warm pastries in a friendly small-group workshop.
“We were greeted warmly by our hostess as we walked up to the charming location! It was 1/2 of a block from our rental. It was fun and we learned a great skill together”
Connect Porto landmarks with Harry Potter lore on a 2.5-hour walking tour with snacks, a local map, and guide Vinicius Otaviano.
“Vinicius Otaviano our tour guide was awesome! Made me need to watch all the movies again because of all I missed.”
See Porto’s cathedral, Ribeira, São Bento, Clérigos Tower, and Douro views on a fast, friendly two-hour Segway tour.
“Very nice tour with a friendly guide (Vini) who took the time to explain things about Porto. Would definitely recommend.”
Cruise Aveiro’s canals, explore Beira Mar with a local guide, visit sacred sites, and taste ovos moles in this 165-minute tour.
“My guide, Catrina was professional, very knowledgeable and a really nice person. She made the tour special. Aveiro is a beautiful town. The boat ride was a unique experience and a really great way to see Aveiro.”
Pick a bank of the river, a valley or a kitchen.
