Porto
Your perfect half-day in Porto
Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours
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Your perfect half-day in Porto
4 hours tailored to what you want to see and do. So whether it's ticking off main sites or discovering hidden gems, it's up to you and your host!
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Your knowledgeable host will tailor your experience to your wishes.
- Discover Porto's unique history, lively markets, and thriving contemporary art scene in just half a day.
- Explore the ancient heart of Porto by wandering through the historic ruins of the Romanesque Cathedral, once a bustling center of religious and cultural activity.
- Shop for an eclectic mix of antiques, souvenirs, and local crafts at the Mercado do Bolhão.
- Get lost in the enchanting alleyways of Ribeira and Miragaia, known for their colorful buildings, street art, and traditional tavernas.
- Experience the magic of the historic district of Ribeira and indulge in the authentic flavors of Portugal at a local taverna, where you can savor mouth-watering dishes and enjoy a glass of port wine or ginjinha.
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
4 hours with a host
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transport costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Spend half a day exploring Porto and experience what makes it so unique. From the historical landmarks to centuries of history around the city and bustling markets to a thriving contemporary art scene, your host will tailor an experience around your wishes.
Perhaps start by exploring the historic center of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcasing magnificent Baroque architecture, ancient churches, and charming plazas. From there, you could head to Ribeira, where you'll find colorful buildings, traditional restaurants, bars, cafes, and breathtaking views of the Douro River.
Or you could head to the trendy neighborhood of Cedofeita and immerse yourself in Porto's thriving contemporary art scene while wandering through charming alleyways, admiring the street art, trendy boutiques, and alternative culture.
And if it's a quintessentially Portuguese experience you're after, why not visit Foz do Douro, a picturesque beach and promenade, and then indulge in traditional Portuguese cuisine at a local restaurant? You could try local specialties like bacalhau, francesinha, or pastéis de nata and pair it with a glass of Port wine.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of our Portugal experiences
Allan
Jul 2025
Malwina gave us a wonderful private tour designed for our interests and preferences. She showed us a great number of places and provided lots of history and information about Porto. Malwina a lovely young lady with patience, kindness and a sense of humor.
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Melanie
Jul 2025
Antonio was amazing, very flexible with adding a lot of what we wanted to see. We absolutely loved our tour! He also had lots of great suggestions for authentic food and shopping!
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Tanya
Jul 2025
We really enjoyed our walking tour with Marynka. The sights were taylored to our interests and she was good at pacing and giving us time for breaks. There is no way we could have seen all that we did without her as our guide! Thank You!
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Tanya
Jul 2025
We had a lovely day with Mayinka. We enjoyed her planned route that was customized to our interested and we very much appreciated that she allowed us time to rest, snack, etc. A lovely personal touch was that she took photos of our family for us with her phone and then sent them to my later.
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Chad
Jun 2025
Hannah was AMAZING!!!! We connected with her right away! A very personal touch with deep understanding of the local culture and history. Hannah was so flexible and accommodating!
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Virginia
Jun 2025
Hannah was an amazing guide. She knew her history, went at a great pace, and made sure we saw everything we wanted and many other gems along the way. Great way to see Porto as we were pressed for time.
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