MINI TOUR
Take a glimpse into one of the oldest cities in Europe, during this private mini tour: the ideal choice for visitors with limited time. A local guide ensures you receive special attention and tailored recommendations while being transported air-conditioned comfort.
Did you know that there is a ghost in the São Bento train station? Did you know that the tallest tower in the world is in Porto? Did you know that J. K. Rowling lived for a few years in this city and was inspired by it to write her “Harry Potter” works?
So embark on this adventure to discover these and many other curiosities about the city, its history and monuments.
This tour begins with a wine tasting experience of two port wine varieties: ruby and tawny, as a “welcome drink.” While explaining the whole process of producing this wine so unique and tasty, we cross the river heading to Vila Nova de Gaia, the city that hosts the very famous Port Wine cellars. Crossing the outstanding D. Luís I bridge, back to Porto where we find the “Ribeira”: the perfect place to relax and enjoy Portuguese gastronomy to the sound of the river and good music. Driving through the “Jardim do Infante D. Henrique” where you’ll see the Church of “São Francisco” and the Palácio da Bolsa, at the top of Mouzinho da Silveira Street we find the imposing São Bento Railway Station with its over 20,000 painted tiles, depicting remarkable moments in Portugal’s history. Next, we head to the Cathedral of Porto, the famous Santa Catarina Street, known for its commerce and the beautiful façade of the “Almas” Church. Then, in the very center of Porto, there is “Aliados” Avenue, the biggest square in the city, which hosts city hall. Then I’ll show you where you can find the very famous Lello Bookshop for all the references to “Harry Potter”, then I’ll tell you the incredible story about the Carmo and Carmelite Churches, and finally the unique Clérigos Tower.
Pick-up & Drop-off: Hotel / Airbnb / Airport / Other convenient place
Language: Portuguese, English or Spanish
Duration: 1 hour
Price: 55€ / group
Included: Port wine tasting, panoramic tour around the city, private guide, transport.
Small Group: up to 5