Porto Walking Tour with River Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Porto's UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Discover the historic Lello Bookshop
- Enjoy a scenic Douro River cruise
- Experience the historic Porto cable car ride
- Learn about Porto's rich history and culture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Porto's historic center
- Visit to Lello Bookshop, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Douro River cruise with panoramic city views
- Ride on the historic Porto cable car
- Meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary
Itinerary
Start of the walking tour at 09:00 am through the city. As you meander through the city, uncover its hidden gems and well-known landmarks, including the majestic Sao Bento Railway Station and the historic Ribeira district.
Visit the inside of one of the most famous and renowned places in Porto as its Livraria Lello
Continue the walking tour
After exploring the city’s charming streets, take a leisurely cable car ride. As you ascend, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Porto, the Douro River, and the surrounding landscapes. It’s an ideal way to witness the city’s beauty from a different vantage point (From November 17th to 30th, the cable car will be under maintenance and will be replaced by the Guindais Funicular)
The adventure continues as you reach the riverfront. Here, board a comfortable boat for a river cruise that offers a unique perspective of Porto. Glide under the city’s iconic bridges, including the famous Dom Luís I Bridge, and admire the picturesque riverside dotted with traditional Rabelo boats and colorful houses.
Meeting point
Start Location
Centro Português de Fotografia, Largo Amor de Perdição, Porto, Portugal
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Children under 6 require a booster seat for the cable car ride; please inform in advance if needed.
- The tour operates rain or shine; cancellations due to weather are rare.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for cobblestone streets.
- Bring a camera to capture the scenic views and historic sites.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the river cruise.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Traveler reviews
Great tour of the city!
We had an excellent tour this morning with Joao. He was so welcoming and knowledgable of Porto and its colourful history. The tour was well organised and timely- it was so helpful having the Lello Bookstore tickets included as it meant we did not have to wait in the general public queue. It was our first day in Porto and so really enjoyed this tour of the iconic spots in the city. We enjoyed every part of our tour today- didn’t feel rushed at any point and the organisation and flow of the itinerary was great. Enjoyed the cable car and boat tour at the end of the session. Thank you so much to Joao for such a wonderful day - we thoroughly enjoyed his jokes and his sense of humour- made the tour even better! At the end of the tour, he also gave us some recommendations for top restaurants to visit for different types of cuisines and also some really good tips for places to visit and things to see in the city. Would 100% recommend the tour and many thanks to our wonderful guide.
Must Do Porto Half Day Tour
Tour guide, Maria, was fantastic! Knowledgeable, warm, and energetic.
Awesome Porto City Tour
Maria was an awesome guide who shared Portugal’s history with us in an interesting and informative way. We had a great morning seeing the main sights of the city and learning about Portugal’s fascinating history.
Porto and Gaia
Wonderful time with our guide Maria. She was well versed in both the local history and pop culture references from Porto. Beautiful architecture and delightful river cruises. Highly recommend.
Maria is amazing!
Maria is extremely friendly and informative. She is a wealth of knowledge and incredibly patient. I would highly recommend this tour.