We begin with a guided walk through Porto’s historic center, starting with the grand Avenida dos Aliados and the iconic Clérigos Tower. Discover unique spots like the beautifully decorated McDonald’s and São Bento Train Station, where you’ll learn about its historic tile panels.
From there, we’ll walk up to the Cathedral of Sé (external visit) for panoramic views, followed by a stop at the Fernandina Wall. At Batalha Square, we’ll board a comfortable bus to Vila Nova de Gaia for a traditional Port wine cellar visit, where you’ll learn about the production process and enjoy a tasting of three wine varieties.
The tour concludes in Porto’s city center, at our starting point.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Porto City Walking Tour (available from the day after your experience)
✔ Local guide
✔ Porto Wine Cellar- Visit and Tasting
✖ Hotel pick-up and drop off
✖ Gratuities
✖ Monument entrance fees
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Personal expenses
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Tourist Service: Living Tours (Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, 350 - 4050-418 Porto) - next to São Bento train station - when tour only option
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Living Tours Porto
When you arrive it is necessary to hand over your ticket to the official who will be waiting for you.
2
Sao Bento Railway Station
The corner stone was unveiled in 1900 by king Carlos I on the site of the former convent S. Bento de Avé Maria (Saint Benedict of Hail Mary). The initial project was designed by architect Marques da Silva with its external lines demonstrating then contemporary French influences.
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Cafe Majestic
On the 17th December 1921, an establishment called Elite café opened for business in Porto.
It was located in Santa Catarina street, a pedestrian walkway for shopping and for the finest members of society, then and now. The café enlightened the street with its Art Nouveau decoration, by architect João Queiroz.
4
Torre dos Clerigos
The Church of Clérigos (Ecclesiastics) is a genuine baroque masterpiece dating from the mid-18th century. It was designed by Nicolau Nasoni, an architect of Italian origin. He stamped his mark on many monuments around Oporto and the north of Portugal. Nasoni, on his request, was buried here in a small chapel with its gateway at the same level as the top of the double bolster stairway.
5
Porto
Now it's time to taste the nectar of the gods that us humans call Port Wine, you will have the chance to know more about the port in a guided tour and at the end taste two type of Ports.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Duration: the hours of duration are approximate 4 hours, The Tour is subject to local traffic, visit schedules, etc
• Tours are usually in one language, but a second language may be used.
• Group size maximum capacity is 27 people.
• Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Our Free Walking Tour is available on a daily basis, in English and Spanish, at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. departing from Living Tours Agency located in Rua Mouzinho da Silveira 352, 4050-418 Porto
