Overview
This aims to be a short but essential Porto sightseeing driven tour. The private local guide will help you to understand the city's historic context of so many spots and to catch a glimpse of the local atmosphere.
The standard duration of the tour is 4 hours. Depending on the interest and the time you have, tour can be extended to 5 hours and include a 1 hour break for lunch.
We will be pleased to present a taylor-made tour for you, starting from the above basis of 4 hours, so you are free to choose yet a monument to visit, like: Livraria Lello Bookstore, the Cathedral of Porto or the Tower of Clérigos (each attraction will need up to 30 minutes for visit and it is your choice).
Please notice that the skip-the-line entrance tickets for all these attractions are excluded from the final price, so kindly contact in advance in order for us to book them. The amount concerning the cost of these tickets should be paied to the guide on the day of the tour.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transportation
Private Local Guide
Bottled water
On-board WiFi
Visit to Mercado do Bolhão, Estação de S. Bento and Igreja dos Clérigos.
In-vehicle air conditioning
Lunch
Visit to Torre dos Clérigos 8€ per person
Visit to the Cathedral of Porto 3€ per person
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
In front of the church's façade.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Matosinhos Beach
The largest beach within easy reach of the city, Matosinhos has a wide expanse of fine golden sand and it draws a broad cross-section of Porto society: you will see surfers, paddle-boarders, couples walking hand in hand, families splashing in the water.
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Museu Serralves
Serralves Foundation. Selected as one of the 12 museums that are most worth visiting worldwide, by the american prestigious review "Artnet".
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Jardim Botanico do Porto
Run by the Faculty of Sciences of Porto University, the city's Botanical Garden is located in the old "Quinta do Campo Alegre".
It is a garden of great botanical, historical, artistic and literary interest, -
Jardins do Palacio de Cristal
19th century Romantic Garden. One of the Porto's best-loved escapes. Fountains, peacocks, magnolias, camellias and the most breathtaking views over the river Douro.
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Torre dos Clerigos
30 min
Clérigos Tower has marked Porto city's skyline for more than 250 years. In mid-18th century was one of the highest towers in Europe. In the same building, the Church is magnificent and we will visit it free (10minutes).
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Antiga Cadeia da Relacao
5 min
This building, commissioned in 1765, is a unique example of the judicial/prison architecture of the Old Regime.
The grandiose building is nowadays the Portuguese Center of Photography. -
Livraria Lello
5 min
Built in 1906, this is probably the most iconic bookstore worldwide
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Praca Gomes Teixeira
5 min
The green winged lions' fountain, the twin churches Igreja do Carmo and Igreja dos Carmelitas, as well as the Administration of the University of Porto (Reitoria da Universidade do Porto) - all seen from the exterior
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Avenida Dos Aliados
5 min
From the bottom of Praça da Liberdade, we will admire the Town Hall and the Avenue of Allies. Open in 1915, this avenue estalished the connection between the Historic Centre and the new town.
Monument to the King D. Pedro IV. -
Mercado do Bolhao
10 min
One of the most iconic buildings in Porto, the market Bolhão reopened in 2023, after a demanding restoration and modernization work to welcome traders, customers and visitors.
(it closes no Sunday) -
Praca da Batalha
10 min
At the southern end of Santa Catarina Street (where the finest Majestic Cafe is undoubtedly a must-see), we find the Teatro Nacional S. João, the Santo Ildefonso Church and the Cinema Batalha, all at Praça da Batalha.
This leads us back to the bohemian 19th century vibrant square. -
Rua de Santa Catarina
5 min
At the heart of Porto's shopping district, it is a pleasant area to browse for shops.
We will admire Majestic Cafe from the exterior. -
Sao Bento Railway Station
10 min
The train station's concourse is decorated with multiple fine "Azulejo" tile paintings.
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Catedral do Porto
30 min
With its stark Romanesque fortified appearence it is the oldest monument in town.
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10 min
The street formerly called "Straw Street". We are now at the heart of the Medieval Historic Center, walking through its narrow lines.
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Jardim do Infante Dom Henrique
5 min
Here you find a spendid harmonious square, with three major buildings: Mercado Ferreira Borges, Palácio da Bolsa and Igreja de São Francisco.
Admire the statue of the Infante Dom Henrique at the centre of the square. -
Palacio da Bolsa
5 min
The 19th century Stock Exchange Palace of Porto.
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Igreja e Museu de Sao Francisco do Porto
5 min
It was (along with the convent) the grandest religious building of Porto. Inside is a profusion of intricate woodcarvings and excessively adorned altars.
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Praca Da Ribeira
10 min
Views over the Vila Nova de Gaia row of wine cellars and Rabelo boats. A typical city forum.
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Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar
10 min
UNESCO World Heritage. Vantage point of stunning natural and urban landscape.
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Ponte da Arrabida
10 min
Built between 1956 and 1963, becoming the first Douro bridge to be entirely made by the Portuguese engineering, in this case a project by the engineer Edgar Cardoso.
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Jardim do Passeio Alegre
10 min
After the bustling Cantareira, we will pass the Lighthouse of São Miguel-o-Anjo and we will reach the Jardim do Passeio Alegre, one of the most beautiful gardens in Porto. It has a lovely and bucolic name and it has existed here for just over 150 years.
Fortress São João Baptista da Foz do Douro. -
Forte de Sao Francisco Xavier do Queijo
10 min
Fort of military defense at the sea front, played a relevant role during some periods in the History of Portugal.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Lisbon).
Additional Information
- For lunch, we will have the pleasure to advise your the best local cuisine. Furthermore, we can accomodate dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 2 travelers per booking
FAQs about Porto Your Perfect Half Day Customized Private Tour
Can I cancel Porto Your Perfect Half Day Customized Private Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4–5 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- Private Local Guide
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- Visit to Mercado do Bolhão, Estação de S. Bento and Igreja dos Clérigos.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included?
- Lunch
- Visit to Torre dos Clérigos 8€ per person
- Visit to the Cathedral of Porto 3€ per person
Which places does it visit?
It visits Matosinhos Beach, Museu Serralves, Jardim Botanico do Porto, Jardins do Palacio de Cristal, Torre dos Clerigos, Antiga Cadeia da Relacao, Livraria Lello, Praca Gomes Teixeira.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Portuguese, English, French.
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