Enchanted Porto Walking Tour of the Historic Center

Porto, Portugal
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Duration2h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesSpanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Discover the historic center of Porto on a walking tour in Spanish of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, from the Clérigos Tower to the Cathedral area.

You will know the history of its monuments and the legends surrounding them. The tour passes by the exterior of Livraria Lello, Avenida dos Aliados, and São Bento station, with time to ask questions and receive local recommendations. We finished next to the Episcopal Palace.

The reservation costs €2.99 per adult or child; babies do not pay. At the end, you can leave a tip for the guide if you wish. It is completely voluntary and has no minimum amount.

Look for the lilac umbrella of Encantos de Portugal next to the historic tram stop, in front of the Torre dos Clérigos. Arrive 10 minutes early.

What's included

  • Guided walking tour of Porto

What to expect

  1. Torre dos Clerigos
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    Your tour will begin in front of one of Porto's great symbols: the Clergy Tower. You will discover its history, its baroque architecture, and some curiosities of the complex designed by Nicolau Nasoni, while we delve into the historic heart of the city; exterior visit, no entrance fee required
  2. Centro Portugues de Fotografia
    10m
    It will continue to the Portuguese Photography Center, located in a historic building. From the outside, you will discover the past of this ancient space and how its architecture is part of the memory of Porto.
  3. Jardim de Joao Chagas
    10m
    Walk through the Jardim da Cordoaria, (João Chaga) one of the historic spaces in the center of Porto. You will learn curiosities about this area and its relationship with some of the most representative buildings surrounding it.
  4. Universidade Do Porto
    10m
    In front of the Rectorate of the University of Porto, you will learn part of the academic and cultural history of the city, in addition to discovering the importance this area has had in the evolution of the historic center.
  5. Livraria Lello
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    It will arrive at one of the most famous bookstores in Porto. Discover the history of the Lello Bookstore, its singular architecture, and the curiosities that have made this place one of the most photographed spots in the city; exterior visit, no ticket required
  6. Avenida Dos Aliados
    15m
    It will go along Avenida dos Aliados, one of the great monumental axes of Porto. You will observe its historic buildings, learn about the evolution of this area, and discover some details that often go unnoticed when walking through the center.
  7. Estacao de Sao Bento
    20m
    It will enter the historic São Bento Station to contemplate its impressive lobby decorated with thousands of tiles. Through its panels, you will discover episodes of Portuguese history and some details of one of the country's most emblematic stations.
  8. Catedral do Porto
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Go up to the Cathedral of Porto, one of the most important monuments in the historic center. It will know its different architectural stages, its relationship with the city's history and the medieval environment that can still be appreciated around the Cathedral; exterior visit, no ticket required
  9. Episcopal Diocese of Porto
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    It will finish the tour next to the Episcopal Palace, at one of the best viewpoints in the historic center. From here you will see the Douro River, the rooftops of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia while closing its tour with some of the stories that best explain the city's identity; exterior visit, no ticket required

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at the historic tram stop, in front of the Clerics' Tower. Look for our guide with the lilac umbrella from Encantos de Portugal. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time of the tour.

End point

The tour ends at Terreiro da Sé, next to the Episcopal Palace of Porto. From this point you can enjoy one of the most beautiful views over the historic center, the Douro River, and Vila Nova de Gaia.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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.

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