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Porto Walking Tour with Fado Show

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Duration

3.5 hours

Group Size

1 to 15 people

Ages

18 - 99 yrs

Languages

English

Tour Overview

A tour of Porto, where in addition to history and culture, you will get a good overview of what to do, what to visit and what not to miss. Porto has been a World Heritage Site since 1996 and has been awarded as the best European tourist destination. Will you join us to discover it? We will not only tell you about the history of the city, the Douro and its bridges, the wine that has made it world famous and its gastronomic attractions. We will also tell you about the interesting history of Portugal, from its origins, through its imperial era and how in the 20th century it became the longest-lasting dictatorship in Europe. After the tour, continue to enjoy a Fado Show Immerse yourself in fado at the emblematic São Bento station! After the walking tour part, you can join a musical experience that will touch your soul

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For attractions that said to be "admission not included", we don´t enter inside any monument or attraction during the tour, we just pass by and makes stops outside to explain everything about the attraction.

Pickup

The walking tour departs from the Portuguese Center of Photography at 9:30 am, see map, our guide will wait for you with a blue umbrella or a name tag with the logo of Guides & Tours. Please do the check in at least 5/10 min before the departure time. - Time zone: Europe/Lisbon

The walking tour departs from the Portuguese Center of Photography at 15:00 pm, our guide will wait for you with a blue umbrella or a name tag with the logo of Guides & Tours. Please do the check in at least 5/10 min before the departure time. With fewer than 4 participants, the tour could be cancelled The drink included is a port wine, but there is a choice of water or soft drink. You have to be there 15m before the show starts

What's included

Fado show with a drink included (only adults)

English or Spanish-speaking guide

Tea and coffee

Gratuities

Other

Itinerary

Stop 1: 0.3 hours

Together with the church they form the ensemble designed by Nicolau Nasoni. We will learn about his life and the important legacy of Nasoni who, although Italian, worked mainly in Portugal and was a key figure in the Portuguese Baroque and Rococo periods.

Stop 2: 0.3 hours

It is undoubtedly one of the best viewpoints from which to contemplate the city, the Douro, its bridges and the charming popular architecture of the city.

Stop 3: 0.3 hours

This 16th century building was once a prison and courthouse, and we will discover its dark and interesting past.

Stop 4: 0.3 hours

It was born in the Romanesque period, but the Gothic and Baroque trends left their mark on it.

Stop 5: 0.3 hours

This wonderful station with its incredible decoration of traditional Portuguese tiles is considered one of the most beautiful in the world.

Stop 6: 0.3 hours

Is one of the most beautiful in the world and has been internationally known since it was rumoured that J.K. Rowling was inspired by this bookshop for her Harry Potter saga.

Stop 7: 0.3 hours

The "Igreja dos Carmelitas" together with its convent, are works of the 17th century. This church, which can be confused as one, was not built by chance. The "Igreja dos Carmelitas" was built for the nuns and then the "Igreja do Carmo" was built for the monks, both of the same order, giving rise to these twin churches.

Stop 8: 0.3 hours

A central point of Porto's student life, this square is named after an illustrious mathematician, but it is the lions of its imposing fountain that made it famous.

Stop 9: 0.3 hours

The Cordoaria Garden is a beautiful romantic style park, with ancient trees classified of “Public Interest”, a small lake and some striking sculptures by Juan Muñoz.

Stop 10: 1 hours

Includes Fado Show after the walking tour part with 1 drink included

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

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

Min 1 days: 100%
From 0 to 1 days: 0%

Tickets

Adult (18 - 99 years)

Minimum: 1, Maximum: 15