Sardine City Fish Tales and Tradition in the Porto Docks

5.0 (28 reviews) Porto, Portugal
Duration5h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 7 travelers

Overview

Porto is a picture-perfect city, its beauty easily captured in a single frame — monumental churches dressed in blue tiles line a steep street opening up onto a view over the Douro River to Vila Nova de Gaia on the other side of the river, where the city’s famed Port wine lodges and their iconic billboards dot the hill. Dig deeper into the backstreets and we find the complexities of city life and the culinary diversity that comes with it. On this full-day food tour, with at least ten tasting stops, we’ll start with the city’s favorite pastry, the éclair, and strong coffee before visiting a 3rd generation chocolate-maker. We’ll stop into a tavern for a quick petisco of smoked meat and whatever’s fresh and then visit a traditional cheese shop for a tasting. We’ll sample one of Porto’s famed sandwiches at a lunch counter crowded with locals and head to a neighborhood restaurant to taste the freshest fish and finish with a tasting Port wine and gooey cakes created in a Portuguese convent.

What's included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Coffee and/or Tea

What to expect

  1. Mercado Municipal de Matosinhos
    30m
    A vibrant market known for fresh seafood, meats, and local produce, it's a great place to explore local culture and cuisine.
  2. Port of Leixoes
    1h
    One of the most important ports in northern Portugal, it offers views of the harbor and has a striking modern architectural design.
  3. Castelo Do Queijo
    Pass by
    Located near the beach, this historic fortress dates back to the 16th century and is an iconic symbol of the region. It offers a great vantage point over the coast.
  4. Camara Municipal de Matosinhos
    30m · Admission ticket included
    An architectural landmark in the heart of Matosinhos with its impressive structure and local historical significance.
  5. Igreja Paroquial de Santa Cruz do Bispo
    1h
    A charming small chapel known for its peaceful atmosphere and its cultural and religious importance.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is at Confeitaria Ferreira, in Rua de Brito Capelo, n421, 4450-074, Matosinhos

End point

The tour ends at Conservas Pinhais

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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