The 10 Best City Tours in Porto, Northern Portugal

October 19, 2021 Stefan Strunk

The town that gave the country (and port wine) its very name, Porto is Portugal’s second-largest metropolis after Lisbon. Sometimes called Oporto, it's an age-old city that has one foot firmly in the industrial present. The old town, centered at Ribeira, was built on the hills overlooking the Douro River, and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 14th-century São Francisco church is a main attraction, as are the local port wine cellars, mostly located across the river at Vila Nova de Gaia.
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1. Private Porto city Tour full day (Pick-up and Drop-off in Porto)

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Visit Porto, one of the oldest cities of Portugal. The history of the unvanquished city dates back to 868. We would be delighted to welcome you in this historical city with 100% local guides. Starting the pick-up between 08:30am and 09:00am at your hotel prepare to discover the city with a Guide/Driver that will take you to the best monuments the city has to offer in a very comfortable car or van.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Wine cellars visit and wine tasting, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, 6 Bridge Douro River cruise (1 hour), Wi-FI

Exclusions: Lunch, Personal Expenses

Reviewed By amelietjedietje

We did a private tour to Coimbra and Aveiro with Touch Tours in the first days after the reopening post Corona on 24 June. A super positive experience. Spacious luxurious vehicle, super punctual and caring guide called Tiago, full respect for the new corona safety measures - I travelled alone with my 3 teenage children. The commutation with Touch Tours (André) from start to finish was impeccable. The company listens to what you want to do. We are very satisfied.

2. Half Day in Porto - Private Tour

Go Travel Everywhere
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At Go Travel Everywhere, we bet on a quality service, punctual and personalized, in order to guarantee the satisfaction of those who choose us. Our drivers, and guides, are committed professionals who stand out for their attention and care. Allow yourself to travel through the streets of the city that gave the name to Portugal and whose historical center is vividly highlighted by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Known for its harmonious beauty, its traditions and its hospitable character, you will not be indifferent to the Old, Very Noble, Always Loyal and Invicta City of Oporto!

Inclusions: Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Pick-up and drop-off at the Accommodation

Exclusions: Lunch, Entries in Monuments, Gratuities, Personal expenses, Port Wine tasting

Reviewed By dcji

Pedro, our driver is excellent and became a wonderful friend. I can recommend him from all my heart! Daniela ????????

3. Porto Essential Walking Tour (6 Participants maximum)

Fonte dos Leões, Praça de Gomes Teixeira 10, 4050-161 Porto, Portugal C&D Porto Local Tours
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Through this tour you can get a general historical notion, but also of the Portuguese lifestyle. We will continue with history, culture, day by day, food, religion, curiosities and current events. The local guide will be an open book about the city, and provide the tour with a general notion, but also a starting point for those who want to discover Porto and its surroundings more deeply. The aim of the project is to provide a close and authentic experience, so the group will be limited to a maximum of 6 participants. Minimum number of participants: 2

Inclusions: Guided walking tour

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Reviewed By lenasR3484JX

Thanks to David and his tour we learned a lot about Porto and its history, while walking around this beautiful city. The tour ended with a tasting of Port wine in two different traditional houses. We highly recommend this tour. David is a really nice and easy going person and he definitely knows a lot about his city.

4. Walking & Hiking Through Porto Half Day Tour

Avenida dos Aliados, Av. dos Aliados, 4000 Porto, Portugal Shuttle Douro Tours
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Interested to discover my city??? Then walk with me on this amazing streets as Porto historic center is classified in UNESCO World Heritage since 1996, we will visit the most iconic places inside the old city walls, visit Porto best knowen tile works like São Bento Train Station, Carmo and Carmelita Church as long as Congregados and Santo Ildefonso tile facade, walk in the mediviel narrow streets into the river side, admire Porto magnificent bridges from metal construction works to concrete wide bridges, feel Porto downtown alive with our people, customs and traditions, visit with me the best viewpoints from the city and over the city. Be prepare to walk, amazed and love Porto by what it is, in the end of this trip a Port Wine overlooking the river "Douro" that saw the birth of this magnificent city, PORTO. Depending where you are I will make a custom tour and you will see the main highlights.

Inclusions: Guiding services, Port wine or a local beer :)

Exclusions: Lunch, Admission tickets

Reviewed By isabel_ms_rodrigues

Ricardo gives us the best experience inside a boat riding Douro river. We will repeat for sure, with food and wine hás the best we can ask.

5. Full-Day Private Tuk Tuk All Around Porto

R. de Dom Hugo 2, 4000-013 Porto, Portugal Portuk
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Get ready to enjoy this unique experience that will allow you to make the most of your time, with a unique tour, in a mix of Tuk Tuk with short walks and stop at the best places to take pictures. A transversal tour, tailor-made to show you the mystique of Porto, its origins, its romantic gardens, architecture, lifestyle, culture, gastronomy and some hidden gems!

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Wine tasting

Exclusions: Gratuities, Monuments Entrance, Lunch

Reviewed By goncalo_monteiro98

I booked a tour for me and a group of friends, and we loved the experience ! This is the best way to go around porto! Thank you !/ Fiz uma tour com um grupo de amigos espanhóis com esta empresa e simplesmente amamos a experiência! Os guias estão de parabéns !

6. Porto Half-Day Tuk Tuk Private Tour with Lunch

Private Tours Porto
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Private Tours Porto invites you to enter this ancient city that gave its name to Portugal and has a wine know around the world – The Port Wine. World Heritage since 1996. We will spend 90 minutes very lively and fun in our Tuk Tuks, our guides will tell you all the stories of the city, will show you the historical center and the most beautiful monuments of the city, the S. Bento Station (includes a guided tour), S. Francisco Church and the Cathedral, the oldest monument in the city, 12th century. We will cross the D. Luís Bridge to Gaia, breathe the atmosphere of Port Wine and see the city from the best hotspot: Serra do Pilar Monastery; we returned to Porto to the Torre dos Clérigos and one of the main icons of the city: The Lello Bookstore, founded in 1904 where you can see and admire the plaster stairs imitating wood who inspired a passage from the movie Harry Potter. We will continue to Matosinhos, where a fantastic typical lunch awaits us at a local restaurant by the Sea.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Reviewed By sccmgt59

Francisco was very knowledgeable and friendly. He spoke good very good English I would recommend this tour to anyone.

7. Braga and Guimarães Tour with Lunch from Porto

Porto, Portugal EFun Tours
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Discover the culture and picturesque beauty of northern Portugal on this full-day Braga and Guimarães tour with lunch, from Porto. Accompany your guide to Braga’s grand medieval Sé Cathedral, and enjoy hilltop birds-eye views. Savor a traditional Portuguese lunch, then explore Guimarães’s charming town center and and Medieval Castle before returning to Porto.

Inclusions: Lunch, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Local guide, Entrance in Bom Jesus Funicular, Entrance in Braga's Cathedral, Entrance in Guimarães Castle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By 523koenp

Guide was very cool, lot of interesting information. Helps you get familiar with different types of port, tastings are really good.

8. Guimarães Half Day Tour from Porto

Porto, Portugal EFun Tours
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Delve into ancient Portuguese history on this 4-hour Guimarães tour, from Porto. Explore the city’s well-preserved historical center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, via guided tour. Discover landmarks such as the 10th-century Guimarães Castle, the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, and the medieval quarter. Visit the Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Oliveira church, and hear the story of the nearby Padrão do Salado monument. Morning and afternoon tours are available to accommodate your schedule.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Professional guide, Entrance in Guimarães Castle

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Reviewed By 523koenp

Guide was very cool, lot of interesting information. Helps you get familiar with different types of port, tastings are really good.

9. ✔ Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems: Best of Porto Private Tour ✔

Praça de Gomes Teixeira, 4050 Porto, Portugal Withlocals
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Explore Porto through its beautiful highlights & landmarks and discover hidden gems along the way. See the best the city has to offer with the help of a friendly local, enjoy a tasty treat and receive local recommendations to continue to discover the beauty of Porto & its local atmosphere.

Inclusions: Private tour, Veal pastry tasting, Local guide

Exclusions: Hotel pick up & drop off, Entrance tickets to Porto Cathedral, Food and drinks

Reviewed By ginger_openside

Rui was a warm and genuine host to give us a introduction to Porto. He's passionate about the history and stories of Porto which really gave us a feel for the life of the city. Thank you Rui! We actually visited in March 2019.

10. Porto Jewish Heritage Walking Tour

Porto Cathedral, Terreiro da Sé, 4050-573 Porto, Portugal EFun Tours
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Start this tour in the original core of the city of Porto, next to the pilory in front of the Cathedral. Follow the directions of the expansion of the city, getting to know the places marked by the jewish presence and the contribution of this community to the development of this mercantile city in the first centuries of the country foundation. From Pena Ventosa till Ribeira, imagine yourself in the medieval city, whilst you walk through the oldest streets and see what is left of the city walls and other medieval buildings. Find out also the role that the jews took during the discoveries and how three centuries of inquisition tried to erase theirpresence. Know the places of the old jewish quarters and how these are still imprinted in the city nowadays. End up this tour appreciating a nice view to the river.

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide

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Reviewed By 523koenp

Guide was very cool, lot of interesting information. Helps you get familiar with different types of port, tastings are really good.

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