Top 10 Historical Tours in Porto

Destination: Porto.
Explore Porto’s historic center on foot, discovering hidden, colorful streets, stunning viewpoints, and iconic hand-painted tiles. Learn the city's rich history from your local photographer guide while capturing incredible photos. After the tour, receive at least 25 professionally edited photos of yourself at the best locations—your own Porto Photo Story to remember this one-of-a-kind experience.
Known For: Porto Half-day Tours, Porto Historical Tours, Porto Private and Luxury, Porto Private Sightseeing Tours, Porto City Tours, Porto Walking Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Porto.
This is our tour specially dedicated to wine and all aspects of its making. Recommended mainly to only true wine lovers. You will sample a vast array of completely different wines from producers with very different backgrounds, experiences and approaches to wine making. Simple, elegant and fruit forward,Traditional, bold and prestigious. Out of the box, creative wines made by non-conformists. You will taste all of the above and by the end of the day you will have the knowledge to pick your wines from Douro and understand its labels and styles, wherever you go. Lunch will surpass your best expectations and you will taste local cuisine paired with yet more lush wines. If you aren't yet sold then get this: your guide is just as enthusiastic about wines and their specifics as you and you will be doing all of the aforementioned in what probably is the most scenic wine region of the world. Make the best of your stay in Portugal and don't miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity!
Known For: Porto Spring Break, Porto Bus Tours, Porto Shore Excursions, Porto Port Pickup, Porto Day Trips, Porto Historical Tours, Porto Full-day Tours, Porto Luxury Car Tours, Porto Ports of Call Tours, Porto Cultural Tours, Porto Private Sightseeing Tours, Porto Excellent Quality.
Duration: Around 8 hours and a half.

Destination: Porto.
The perfect Overview of Porto! We’ll explore Porto’s best viewpoints off-the-beaten-path as we travel slowly discovering the history and stories of Porto told by your private Local guide. The rhythm is slow-paced with conversation, lots of stops, historical facts, curiosities, lots of photos gorgeous views! We’ll go through places and neighborhoods like the Cathedral, Miragaia and along the river Douro to Massarelos with his bridges and Foz with the smallest beach in Porto. Then back up the hills to explore Virtudes and Vitória neighborhoods and learn about Clérigos tower and the Lello bookstore neighborhood. Time to cross to Gaia and see the Cais de Gaia, the D.Luis bridge and the Port wine neighborhood and the best viewpoints overlooking Porto to take amazing photos! Finish with lots of recommendations of what to see, where to eat and what to drink next :) We Offset the Carbon Emissions of Your Tour with us.
Known For: Porto Half-day Tours, Porto Sidecar Tours , Porto Private Sightseeing Tours, Porto Historical Tours, Porto Adventure Tours, Porto Private and Luxury, Porto Architecture Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Porto.
Discover the city of Porto, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1996. This unique experience takes place in an E-Mehari (electric car) and connects the narrow streets of the historic center, the right bank of the Douro, Foz and the Atlantic coast. We show the main attractions of the city, its history, culture and gastronomy. We offer a differentiated, fun and professional activity that guarantees a quality service, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide and an environmentally friendly electric vehicle.
Known For: Porto Bus Tours, Porto Car Tours, Porto Private Sightseeing Tours, Porto Historical Tours, Porto Best Conversion, Porto Cultural Tours, Porto Excellent Quality.
Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Porto.
Our tour is exclusive, only for you and your guests, up to 6 people, with a duration of 2 hours. The "Amazing" is a 23-foot boat, completely new and super comfortable. Calm navigation, serene. Relaxed environment. We intend to introduce one of the most beautiful areas in the world – the river area of Porto and Gaia, through the River Douro, passing under the 6 bridges that connect the two cities. We share personal experiences and provide a relaxed conviviality with a welcome drink. We depart from Marina do Freixo in the direction of the Foz do Rio Douro / Atlantic Ocean between the shores of the two cities. Crew composed of 2 skippers. If you want a different experience, come and meet us!
Known For: Porto Water Tours, Porto Private and Luxury, Porto Historical Tours, Porto Excellent Quality, Porto Private Sightseeing Tours, Porto Spring Break.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Porto.
Experience Porto in a whole new way on this small-group Douro River cruise. Enjoy a Port wine (only whites) or Port Tonic as you cruise Douro River on classic, luxury and charming boat with generous and comfortable seats with backs and cushion for all of the guests. Hop on board with your group and sail the Douro River. See typical houses of Porto and wine cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia from the water and enjoy sweeping views of the six bridges, Ribeira of Porto, and Douro Estuary Nature Reserve close to the mouth of the river (Foz). Enjoy the sail with a knowledgeable local guide and immerse yourself in an elegant, relaxing, and peaceful atmosphere on board Lady Moon. Please note: Sunset time available to colour your dreams :)
Known For: Porto Day Cruises, Porto Water Tours, Porto Historical Tours, Porto Sightseeing Cruises, Porto Excellent Quality, Porto Private and Luxury, Porto Small Group.
Duration: Around 2 hours.

Destination: Porto.
Enjoy the scenic landscapes of Minho, noted for its popular Vinho Verde, and visit two of the region’s historic cities, Guimarães and Braga, to discover their architectural heritage. The first stop on this full-day tour is Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal. The city center has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. Marvel the Guimarães Castle, dating from the 10th century, where you’ll learn about the early period of Portugal’s history. Admire the Dukes of Bragança Palace and the architecture of this medieval city, full of unique buildings, streets, and squares. Continue to Braga, a city once occupied by the Romans and one of the most important Christian centers of Portugal. Take a break to enjoy a traditional lunch with Vinho Verde. After that continue learning about the history of Braga and pay a visit to its most important landmarks such as the Cathedral from the 11th century, Bom Jesus do Monte, and the Sameiro Sanctuary. You will arrive back to Porto close to 5pm.
Known For: Porto Private and Luxury, Porto Culture, Porto Bus Tours, Porto Day Trips, Porto Walking Tours, Porto New Product, Porto Historical Tours, Porto Excellent Quality, Porto Small Group, Porto Full-day Tours.
Duration: Around 8 hours.
Normal Price: 78.52 USD.
Current Price: 70.67 USD.

Destination: Porto.
No other Douro Valley tour gives you such a rich cultural, historical and gastronomy experience. Each stop in the tour program will bring new stories about Portugal history, the importance of Port wine for the region and the country along with delicacies and wines of this amazing region!
Known For: Porto Small Group, Porto Full-day Tours, Porto Spring Break, Porto Cultural Tours, Porto Day Trips, Porto Historical Tours, Porto Bus Tours.
Duration: Around 10 hours.

Destination: Porto.
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Porto with Thiago’s personalized walking tour! Immerse yourself in the magic of this historic town. Whether you’re a solo adventurer, with friends or family, or a corporate team, this private tour is tailored for you. Thiago shares fascinating stories and insights you won’t find in any guidebook, unveiling the history behind iconic landmarks like São Bento station, Luis I Bridge, Porto Cathedral, Clérigos Tower, Mercado do Bolhão, and Livraria Lello. With his engaging storytelling and friendly demeanor, Thiago ensures an enjoyable experience. As a real estate consultant, Thiago provides insights into the property market. As an expat, he offers tips on adapting to the local lifestyle and navigating bureaucracy. Highly recommended for those wanting to see a different side of Porto and truly connect with the city. Join Thiago and experience Porto like a local. Safety is his priority, with all precautions in place.
Known For: Porto Private Sightseeing Tours, Porto Food & Drink, Porto Hiking Tours, Porto Historical Tours, Porto Wine Tours, Porto Half-day Tours, Porto New Product, Porto Walking Tours, Porto Wine Tastings, Porto Cultural Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Porto.
This cycling tour presents itself as an easy route to reach Santiago de Compostela, the ultimate pilgrimage beacon in the Iberian Peninsula and one of the most important spots for religious tourism in Western Europe. Enjoy a city tour with us in Porto, to get to know a little bit of its architecture, heritage and local traditions. After this, ride towards Santiago, passing by sunny and seaside areas such as Esposende, Caminha and Bayona. Have a delight with the famous Arcade's oysters. Know why Caldas de Reis holds such a royalty importance and end this tour in the Square of Obradoiro, where you can see the colossal baroque cathedral where the remains of the apostle Santiago lies. Route description: Flat for the first 3 days, with a few smooth and short climbs. Hilly in the last 3 days, up and down in secondary roads. 30 % bike lanes and wood walkways, 30% smooth dirt roads. Some coubblestone roads and rough dirt roads, 20 % paved secondary roads with low traffic.
Known For: Porto Historical Tours, Porto Audio Guides, Porto Multi-day Tours, Porto Bike Tours, Porto Small Group, Porto Cultural Tours, Porto Mountain Bike Tours.
Duration: Around 8 days.