Free Tour of the Old City: Ribeira de Porto
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Discover the charm of Old Port as we explore its ancient walls and the outstanding neighborhoods of Miragaia, Ribeira and Barredo that lie within. Fall in love with the city through its fascinating culture and history.
The tour starts at the Portuguese Center of Photography, at the statue of Camilo Castelo Branco, a few meters from the Clérigos Tower. There we will be the guides with a yellow umbrella waiting for you to accompany you on a fundamental and fascinating tour through the neighborhoods of Porto's riverside.
We will visit the Old Port, visiting its walls and the most important points of the Miragaia, Ribeira and Barredo neighborhoods that were besieged within it, giving you the best recommendations of this area of the city, but above all where stop by stop we will make you fall in love with the city and its exciting culture and history. This tour requires a minimum of 4 people for its realization.
Meeting point
Largo Amor de Perdição
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h 15min
- Languages
- Spanish, English
- Usual start times
- 11:30, 15:15, 15:30 (Porto time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 15 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h 15min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Largo Amor de Perdição. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish and English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 15 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 11:30, 15:15 and 15:30. Times are local to Porto.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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