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Porto is a postcard-perfect city, but its true richness is found in the backstreets, where urban life meets the rural roots of northern Portugal. On this full-day food tour through central Porto, we explore the city’s links to the Douro, Trás-os-Montes, and Minho across around ten stops. We begin with artisanal products from Trás-os-Montes, then continue with strong coffee and traditional pastries before exploring Cedofeita, where old food shops coexist with a growing arts scene. We taste northern cheeses, made-to-order rissoles, and sit down for lunch at a beloved neighborhood tasca, with seasonal dishes such as fresh sardines or baked duck rice. Along the way, we discover bean-to-bar chocolate from São Tomé and a mural celebrating São João. We end in a classic Porto taverna with a small glass of Port, closing a day devoted to the origins and flavors that define the city.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is at the entrance of the gardens of Palácio de Cristal – meeting by the main gate - R. de D. Manuel II, 4050-346 Porto.
Our tour ends near Porto's historic train station.
Itinerary
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1Praca Gomes Teixeira
A monumental square with the sights of Igreja do Carmo and Igreja das Carmelitas, where we are surrounded by the iconic and historical elements of Porto life that we discuss during the walk, including the Clérigos tower, a genuine baroque masterpiece. From there we will enjoy a delicious pastry with coffee.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Miradouro da Vitoria
A magnificent viewpoint to enjoy the city and it’s geography, where we can taste a traditional savory pastry.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Sao Bento Railway Station
We’ll pop into the station for a quick lesson on migration history, before some fresh fruit. Then nearby we will stop into a taverna with an avid local following for a sip of vinho verde and a taste of charcuterie and a salt cod speciality.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
Church of Saint Ildefonso (Pass by)
Nearby we will enjoy one the best sandwiches of the city, a Porto speciality, with the friendliest staff you can find.
Admission ticket free -
4Praça dos Poveiros
Cheese, wine and small plates in a square full of delicious food.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Fontainhas Viewpoint
Here we will take in the amazing views as we reflect on the amazing food we had during the tour
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6Muralha Fernandina
Nearby we will enjoy dessert in a very special bakery.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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