Porto Half-Day Guided Historical Tour with Port Cellar Visit and Tasting
Description
We begin with a walking tour through Porto’s historic center, starting with the grand Avenida dos Aliados and the iconic Clérigos Tower. Discover unique spots like the beautifully decorated McDonald’s and São Bento Train Station, where you’ll learn about its historic tile panels. From there, we’ll walk up to the Cathedral of Sé (external visit) for panoramic views, followed by a stop at the Fernandina Wall. At Batalha Square, we’ll board a comfortable bus to Vila Nova de Gaia for a traditional Port wine cellar visit, where you’ll learn about the production process and enjoy a tasting of three wine varieties. The tour concludes in Porto’s city center
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Itinerary
When you arrive it is necessary to hand over your ticket to the official who will be waiting for you.
The corner stone was unveiled in 1900 by king Carlos I on the site of the former convent S. Bento de Avé Maria (Saint Benedict of Hail Mary). The initial project was designed by architect Marques da Silva with its external lines demonstrating then contemporary French influences.
On the 17th December 1921, an establishment called Elite café opened for business in Porto. It was located in Santa Catarina street, a pedestrian walkway for shopping and for the finest members of society, then and now. The café enlightened the street with its Art Nouveau decoration, by architect João Queiroz.
The Church of Clérigos (Ecclesiastics) is a genuine baroque masterpiece dating from the mid-18th century. It was designed by Nicolau Nasoni, an architect of Italian origin. He stamped his mark on many monuments around Oporto and the north of Portugal. Nasoni, on his request, was buried here in a small chapel with its gateway at the same level as the top of the double bolster stairway.
Now it's time to taste the nectar of the gods that us humans call Port Wine, you will have the chance to know more about the port in a guided tour and at the end taste two type of Ports.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Duration: the hours of duration are approximate 4 hours, The Tour is subject to local traffic, visit schedules, etc
- Tours are usually in one language, but a second language may be used.
- Group size maximum capacity is 27 people.
- Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Our Free Walking Tour is available on a daily basis, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. departing from Living Tours Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto
Reviews(340)
I think the travel is very amazing. I saw handsome guide. On this trip was nice music (becouse we choose this 😂). A lot of vine, very strong Vine. Sooooo beautiful views, brilliant womens. Im so excited. (Writed by my girlfriend)
We had an incredible day on this tour. The day was broken up into manageable chunks of driving. We were never in the car for too long. Our tour guide, Phillip, was knowledgeable and handled the group dynamic with ease. Would absolutely book again!
We did a day tour with Anabela as our guide, and she was marvelous. Anabela speaks many languages and she takes her time explaining the history of all the areas we visited, learning the history offered a different appreciation rather than just seeing a pretty sight. We did a tour of Porto including the train station, the church, and included was a port wine tasting.
Our tour guide Carlos was very nice
I had a superb tour; Carlos was an extraordinary guide, and he took the time to translate everything into French for me. I recommend the tour 100%.
Very courteous guide. Everything was fantastic.
Top Daniela Top top...................
Really nice tour guide, lovely women, learn a lot about de city and de wine visit was excellent
The tour was lovely, just long enough not to be too long and pick up lots of great places, including port cellar visit as well. Our guide Daniella was wonderful, full of interesting stories and engaging facts! Well done!
Daniela was the perfect guide and we had an informative, interesting visit through Porto ending with a delightful wine tasting. Top experience. Highly recommended.
