Discover Porto's must-sees on foot and by bus and boat, in the company of a multilingual guide!
A coastal city, Portois the capital of northern Portugal and one of the country's most beautiful cities. It's famous for its namesake alcohol production and imposing bridges. During this day, your multilingual guide will take you on a tour, by bus and on foot, of Porto's unmissable, including the Lello bookshop.
You'll start by exploring the gare de São Bento, built on the ruins of a former convent. It has the distinction of housing no fewer than 20,000 earthenware tiles, known as azulejos. You'll head down Avenue Aliados, 250 meters long, to the historic center.
Your visit will continue with the discovery of the Tour des Clercs, visible from several vantage points in the city thanks to its 76-meter height. Built in the 18th century, the tower is now the tallest bell tower in the country. You'll continue along rue Miguel Bombarda and discover art galleries, then pause at the Romantic Gardens of the Crystal Palace, located on the upper part of Porto. You'll enjoy a view of Porto, over the Douro river and catch a glimpse of rabelos, traditional boats.
After a free lunch, you'll head to Porto wine cellarswhere you'll taste 2 Port wines.
You'll end your day with a cruise on the Douro where you'll observe the 6 bridges for which Porto is famous.