Secret and authentic port - The islands of my Street

2 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: French

What if you discover a port that very few visitors know?
I take you off the beaten track, to the working-class neighborhoods and "Islands" of Porto - places steeped in history, born during the Industrial Revolution and still inhabited today.
This tour is an immersion in the real Porto, hidden alleys full of life with a human and local approach to the daily lives of the inhabitants of Porto. You explore an intimate, lively and deeply human Porto.
Access to very unknown places with the agreement and kindness of my neighbors

What's Included

Certified Francophone Local Guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Batalha Square

In front of the Teatro Nacional de São João

End point
Praça dos Poveiros

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Walk towards a second island, this one designed by the great architect Siza Vieira. Unlikely residential architecture

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Praca da Batalha

    Cultural and monumental square in transition between old Porto and the popular Quarteira

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Fontainhas Viewpoint

    Total immersion in the heart of the matter by strolling in the islands of my street. About thirty corridors, hidden, semi-secret, populated by small houses. Far from the free tourist circuits I take you into the daily life of the inhabitants of Porto. Different, sensitive and authentic experience. Understand Porto in its essence, human and local approach with the only Official Guide having the privilege of having in this great archipelago!

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Discovery of a first secret district, well hidden behind large buildings, a real village composed of 89 cottages. Lively and intimate approach in an off-the-beaten-track walk.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Fontainhas Viewpoint

    Walk towards the viewpoint of Fontainhas with panoramic views of the river and bridges. Maria Pia Bridge (Eiffel), Luís Bridge 1, Infante Bridge, workers gardens.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Walking Tours Porto

Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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