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Porto Highlights Small-Group Walking Tour
3 h
Small Group
By walk
About this activity
Meet your guide morning or afternoon in at Gomes Teixeira Square, and take a stroll alongside the remains of the Roman-era walls of the city which have since been dismantled to improve some facilities. Among the history your guide will help you feel that you are part of Porto.
After a briefing about the Celtic, Roman and Moorish occupation, and battles with the Castilians, Napoleon, and the civil war you will learn about the development of the structure of the city. Learn about the river which once ran through the valley, the monasteries, the three walls (one of which the remains were only recently discovered), and the Roman vestiges.
Visit the São Bento railway station and learn about its history, the site of a former Benedictine convent. This is also one of the landmarks of the city and one of the most beautiful train stations in the world.
Back on the street you will stroll up to the Café Serrana, built by a very important architect in the city, the cathedral, and the Convent of Santa Clara for a visit behind the remains of the walls.
The tour goes on to the Casa do Infante to see roman mosaic, pottery, coins, tiles, and an amazing model of the city as it was in the 15th century. Then walk along the river to the tour's end at Ribeira Square.
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After a briefing about the Celtic, Roman and Moorish occupation, and battles with the Castilians, Napoleon, and the civil war you will learn about the development of the structure of the city. Learn about the river which once ran through the valley, the monasteries, the three walls (one of which the remains were only recently discovered), and the Roman vestiges.
Visit the São Bento railway station and learn about its history, the site of a former Benedictine convent. This is also one of the landmarks of the city and one of the most beautiful train stations in the world.
Back on the street you will stroll up to the Café Serrana, built by a very important architect in the city, the cathedral, and the Convent of Santa Clara for a visit behind the remains of the walls.
The tour goes on to the Casa do Infante to see roman mosaic, pottery, coins, tiles, and an amazing model of the city as it was in the 15th century. Then walk along the river to the tour's end at Ribeira Square.
Included
- Local guide
- Professional art historian guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
- This is a personalized tour so different interests and options can be discussed along the way
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
75%
Sport
20%
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Excellent guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. Although it was a very hot day, the tour was at a very comfortable pace for us (both in our late 50s). Excellent value!
Loved the 10 am one on one walking tour with Ana and to see Porto through her eyes. Ana asked when I arrived, what I had seen and tailored the tour accordingly to show me things I had not seen, or found on the typical tourist route, all the while giving me her personal insights. We walked past the old hospital, an art gallery and restaurant with beautiful views looking down over the city. Continuing on past the photography museum that was a jail, old church, courthouse, palace, old stock exchange, markets, back up to the cathedral, Sao Bento train station with the beautiful tiles that we discussed at length. The old cafe now a McDonalds and bank with an amazing old tiled foyer. Before we knew it was I due for my 3 pm food and wine tasting tour, so Ana called and escorted me to greet them, so I did not miss out. I only wish we had more time to continue talking and sightseeing. I thoroughly recommend the tour and Ana.
It was a really detailed walking tour in which I knew more about the story, history, architecture, culture and food of Porto.