Hi, I’m Mayinka
Hi, I’m Mayinka
I’ve lived in Porto for 9 years
I speak English, Portuguese and some French, Spanish
I am a Sociocultural Animator
Olá! I'm Mayinka, your fun-loving host in the vibrant city of Porto. This city is a true gem, blending nature, art, and amazing vegetarian food. I adore swimming in the sea, skating along the scenic paths, dining in the city's best veggie spots, and catching live music at cool venues. Porto's artistic vibe is infectious, and I know all the neighborhoods inside out. From hidden vegetarian eateries to quirky second-hand shops, sports spots, beautiful nature retreats, art galleries, music venues, and historic sites, I'm your go-to person. Let's explore Porto's charming streets and create unforgettable memories together!
My knowledge & interests
Arts
Culture & customs
Local cuisine
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Parks
Gardens
Social history
Architectural history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Portrait photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Wine
Third wave coffee
Local beers
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Department stores
Vintage shops
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Alternative or underground culture
Vegetarian, vegan
Artistic associations
Second hands
My reviews
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Mayinka was delightful! Her enthusiasm for Porto was contagious. We appreciated her pointing out sites that aren’t usually highlighted. Wear good walking shoes and be prepared to move at a good pace. We covered a lot of Porto!
May 2025
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We saw so much of Porto on this tour and our guide customized it to our interests. Get ready to put in some walking miles with lots of inclines!
May 2025
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Mayinka est une super guide, très attentionnée à nous. Elle nous a rejoint à notre hôtel ce qui fut bien apprécié. Nous avons visité des endroits très intéressants que les locaux fréquentent. Elle nous en a mis pleins la vue avec du temps supplémentaire en plus. Je la recommande fortement. Ce fut bien apprécié! Mayinka is a great guide, very attentive to us. She met us at our hotel, which was much appreciated. We visited some very interesting places that locals frequent. She really showed us around, with extra time to spare. I highly recommend her. It was much appreciated!
May 2025
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The Park Crystal Palace! Malynka saw our interest and we headed there! It was amazing and the view we can get from there on the Douro was just amazing! We did a wonderful tour of différent ares of the City and she knows history. Overall it was more than we have expected! We had a great time! Thanks to Malinka
May 2025