Port Wine Cellar Tour and Food Tasting in Porto
Description
This isn’t your typical wine tour, you can find those with plenty of other companies. Instead, this experience offers behind-the-scenes access to the world’s oldest working port wine cellar (we have the key to the vintage room!), paired with generous tastings of iconic Portuguese dishes like Francesinha as you explore Porto’s renowned wine district, Vila Nova de Gaia. Along the way, enjoy an exclusive port wine tasting. And because that’s just the start, savor local wines and beers thoughtfully paired with each stop. You’ll venture into hidden food spots and authentic neighborhood restaurants, meeting passionate local owners whose dedication shines through in every bite.
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Itinerary
Start the tour at Jardim do Morro in Vila Nova de Gaia, a scenic hilltop park offering sweeping views of Porto and the Douro River. Perfect for photos, its green terraces and relaxed atmosphere make it a favorite lookout over the city’s iconic skyline.
Start your morning with a traditional local pastry called the Bishop, a puff pastry base covered with sweet egg cream and shredded coconut, paired with a rich espresso. A delightful combo of sweet and bold flavors that captures the essence of Porto’s breakfast culture.
We have the key to the vintage room at Real Companhia Velha, the oldest Portuguese-owned port wine company in existence. We'll unlock it together to enjoy a curated tasting of four port wines: white, rosé, ruby, and tawny. Discover the rich flavors and history of Portugal’s most famous fortified wine in an iconic, centuries-old cellar.
At Mercearia do Bernardino, savor traditional Portuguese flavors with a codfish fritter, rich tomato rice, and a glass of crisp white wine. A cozy spot offering a genuine taste of local culinary traditions.
Dive into Porto’s iconic comfort food with a Francesinha tasting, Porto’s legendary sandwich layered with cured meats, steak, and melted cheese, all smothered in a rich, tomato‑beer sauce. Pair it with a Super Bock beer for a truly local, indulgent experience.
Pass by the vibrant Bordalo II street art, where the artist transforms trash and recycled materials into colorful, larger-than-life animal sculptures. A striking and playful display blending creativity with environmental awareness.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
Reviews(313)
Hugo is an excellent guide. He is a chef and a local, so he knows how and what the locals eat,how the food should be cooked. What should be authentic or not. It is a true experience of what Porto people eat.
G was a fantastic guide. Not only did he give us information about the food and wine, but also the history of the winery and the city. He had a lot a local knowledge of the town and the people. We even met the owners of the restaurants who were local families. I highly recommend for anyone visiting Porto and definitely ask for G!!!
Great food,good port, great tour - Goncalo was an excellent guide!
Excellent, beautiful and very informative and friendly. Good balance between Porto must see and try and native experience.
Really great tour and the food was phenomenal. D was the best! Super informative, passionate, and friendly.
We booked this tour for our first day in Porto hoping to tick off some of the local food and taste some amazing port and we were not disappointed! Ribs (Diogo) was an excellent guide and took us to some fabulous local places to eat. He was greeted like an old friend at every place we went and that just shows you how nice of a guy he is! Ribs is very knowledgeable about Porto, the food, the culture, and used to work at the Port Cellars so absolutely knows his stuff. Port was delicious, we tried 4 different types, thoroughly enjoyed the private cellars of the port owners and learning about the process and the difference between the ports. Food was amazing and service was quick at each place so everything flowed seamlessly. Ribs was so easy to talk to it was like touring Gaia with a friend. We learnt so much on this tour - he even gave us recommendations of where to eat over the coming days - would definitely recommend!
Ribas is WONDERFUL!!! So knowledgeable, kind and funny. This tour was a highlight of our trip. All the food and port were outstanding.
Diogo R Ribs was our tour guide, I had an amazing experience on this tour. Our guide was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about Portugal. He shared so much about the country’s history, culture, and local traditions, which made the experience much more meaningful than just sightseeing and food. kept the tour engaging the whole time. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Portugal. Definitely made Porto more enjoyable and fun - Justin
Hey Justin! Thank you so much for this amazing detailed review. We're so glad you liked the tour and having Diogo R. as your guide! We'd love to see you again in another Eating Europe Food Tour!
Ribbs is the most knowledgeable guide I have ever encountered... Educated and knowledgeable about all aspects of Porto and Portugal. Must do!!! Great food and wine !
Hey! Thank you so much for this amazing review. We're so glad you liked the tour and having Diogo R. as your guide! We'd love to see you again in another Eating Europe Food Tour!
An amazing morning tour of Porto with Ribs!
Hey! Thank you so much for this amazing review. We're so glad you liked the tour and having Diogo R. as your guide! We'd love to see you again in another Eating Europe Food Tour!
