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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Step into a living storybook where a historical walking tour meets a thrilling mystery. Starting at the iconic Bolhão Market, you won't be following a traditional guide or staring at a phone app. Instead, you'll receive a physical Investigation Book and sealed envelopes to guide your exploration. As you navigate Porto's famous landmarks, you'll solve tactile riddles built into the city's architecture and interact with local shop owners to collect secret clues. This 100% screen-free, 3 to 4 hour adventure lets you uncover the real history and legends of Porto and northern Portugal at your own pace.
What's included
Real-world interactions with local partner establishments
Physical Investigation Book (features route maps, landmark history, and suspect profiles)
Comprehensive walking route through Porto's historic center
Sealed envelopes containing physical puzzles and secret tools
A tour guide walking with you
What to expect
Mercado do Bolhao
20m
Your mission begins here as you locate our secret local informant inside the market to collect your physical Investigation Book and first sealed envelope.
Capela das Almas
10m
Pass by the breathtaking exterior of this chapel, using its famous blue-and-white azulejo tiles as the backdrop for your next set of clues.
Paroquia de Santo Ildefonso
20m
Admire the majestic tiled facade of this 18th-century hilltop church as your book reveals fascinating local history and guides you further along the route.
Sao Bento Railway Station
20m
Go inside this iconic railway station to decode historical clues hidden in plain sight amidst the hustle and bustle of the city center.
Catedral do Porto
Pass by
Investigate the ancient, fortress-like square of the city's oldest cathedral, cross-referencing its stunning medieval architecture with the physical map in your hands.
Dom Luis I Bridge
20m
Take in the spectacular views of the Douro River as your investigation leads you past this towering iron bridge toward the thrilling conclusion of your mystery.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Bolhão Market (You'll receive a clue the day before, to be able to find your contact point)
End point
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
