Porto
Shhh... Uncovering Porto’s secrets with a local insider
Hidden Gems • 3 hours
5.0
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Shhh... Uncovering Porto’s secrets with a local insider
From hidden historical sites to picturesque districts and authentic local spots, explore Porto's hidden treasures with an experienced local guide.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Discover Porto's hidden alleys and traditional tavernas tucked away in the charming Ribeira district.
- Unearth Porto's secret culinary gems hidden in Cedofeita's winding streets and hidden alleys.Unearth Porto's secret culinary gems hidden in Cedofeita's winding streets and hidden alleys.
- Reveal Porto's forgotten past at off-the-beaten-path historic sites, such as the Palácio de Cristal or the Foz Velha district.
- Tailor your tour to explore the hidden gems that interest you most, from secret wine cellars to hidden gardens.
- Feel like a true Portuense in the company of a friendly and knowledgeable local guide who will show you the city's hidden treasures.
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a host
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
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
Get ready to explore the hidden side of Porto with a knowledgeable host who will take you beyond the usual tourist spots and reveal the city's best-kept secrets. You'll be surprised to learn that some are hidden just around the corner from popular attractions!
Discover the charming Ribeira district, with its winding streets, colorful houses, and riverside cafes that will transport you back in time. Or, if you are after something more contemporary, your host will lead you to the trendy Cedofeita neighborhood, where you can find local boutiques, street art, and innovative eateries.
Visit lesser-known historical and cultural sites, such as the enchanting Jardins do Palácio de Cristal or the peaceful Fontainhas viewpoint. And if you're interested in learning more about Porto's rich wine-making heritage, get introduced to some of the city's hidden wine cellars and tasting rooms.
Find tranquility in the lush, tucked-away Passeio das Virtudes or roam the captivating street art-laden alleys of the Miragaia neighborhood. The best part? We'll customize the experience to your preferences!
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 this experience
Andrea,
Jun 2023
She was the best guide of my life. Simply perfect. Smiley, she knew everything and she actually took us to a private and local restaurant. We are friends now and we experienced Porto with a local “like locals” I would recommend this tour and our guide to everyone. Many thanks
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Emily,
Mar 2025
Mayinka was very friendly and knowledgeable about Porto, and took us to some cool and unique spots that only insiders would know... she had lots of tidbits of information for us and we truly appreciated the extra time she spent with us showing "her Porto" to us! Highly recommend her for future tours!
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Chris,
Mar 2025
We liked the private tour very much. We were able to share personal experiences back and forth as we walked. The city is beautiful and Hanna showed us a lot of great buildings, parks and the market!
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Arlene,
Mar 2025
Very Interesting walking tour all over the old city. Hannah was very knowledgeable. She also was very accommodating to all of our preferences.
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Sylvie,
Mar 2025
Tiago is most knowledgeable and very interesting. He explained Porto history through the landmarks we visited adding anecdotes and entertaining stories. It was a rainy day, not ideal for a walking tour yet Tiago made the best of the situation by guiding us inside when it rained harder. By the way his English is impeccable. As this was a custom tour, he guided us to see everything that was on my list pointing out local delicacies and better restaurants. We had a wonderful time, learned a lot and were awed by guilded churches, stunning lookouts and a variety of architectures
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Stacy,
Mar 2025
Guide gave us exactly what we asked for and would have given us more. He took care to walk us through the attractions we wanted to see and some we did not know existed. Simon was great.
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