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Free Walking Tour Porto

Baixa-Chiado Free Tour

The downtown area of Lisbon

Every day at 4 PM

2 hr 30 m

These romantic districts have been the meeting point of famous artists and poets for decades and it’s still considered to be the heart of Lisbon. 


Most of this area was rebuilt after the great earthquake in 1755 and nowadays, is one of the most popular and cosmopolitan places in the city.
This tour will show you the rich portuguese culture, the rise and fall of the portuguese empire, the longest dictatorship in Europe, the revolution that changed many lives and the many aspects of the Portuguese culture, its progress, values and pride.

 

From the historic Praça do Comércio (Commerce Square), one of the most emblematic symbols of Lisbon, we’ll take you to places like Elevator Santa Justa, Augusta Street, Carmo Monastery, Luís de Camões Square, Rossio Square, Adamastor viewpoint, São Roque Church and many more.

Free Walking Tour Porto

The historical area of Porto

2 hr 30 m

Every day at 10:00, 11:00 and 15:30 

At Fonte dos Leões, in front of Porto's University

Porto is one of the oldest cities in Portugal and the one that gave the country (and its world-famous wine) its name. Set along the majestic Douro River, its historical center was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, recognized for its outsdanding architecture, rich history, and unique urban landscape. 


With its medieval streets, grand churches, tiled façades, iron bridges, and riverfront views, Porto is a city that blens authenticity, tradition, and character like nowhere else in Europe. 


During the Age of Discoveries, Porto became an important economic and maritime center. Prince Henry the Navigator, was born here, and the city developed into one of Portugal's main shipbuilding hubs. 

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In the 18th century, the Douro Valley was officially established as a demarcated wine region, transforming Porto into the heart of the Port Wine trade. This wine heritage remains one of the city's defining features and a major highlight for visitors. 

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On this Porto walking tour, you'll understand how history, trade, and culture shaped the city we see today. 

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Porto Walking Tour highlights​

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  • Carmo and Carmelitas Churches 

  • Lello Bookshop

  • Clérigo Tower

  • Vitória viewpoint 

  • Avenida dos Aliados and Porto City Hall

  • São Bento Train Station

  • Porto Cathedral (Sé do Porto)

  • Luis I Bridge

  • And many other hidden gems along the way

 

We combine history, architecture, local traditions, and gastronomy to give you a complete understanding of Porto - not just what you see, but what it means. 

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Porto Walking Tour information

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Minimun of 4 participants required

Groups over 6 people: fixed price of 12,00 euros per person 

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free walking tour Porto

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Note: Participation on our tour is on voluntary basis. Hi Porto Walking Tours reserves the right of admission to any tour. Hi Porto Walking Tours won't be responsible in any way to body and/or property ocurred during the tour. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Activity license 428/2018.

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Nota: La participación en nuestros tours es voluntaria. Hi Porto Walking Tours se reserva el derecho de admisión a nuestros tours. Hi Porto Walking Tours no será responsable por lesiones físicas o perdida de objetos durante los tours. Niños menores de 16 años deben estar acompañados de un adulto responsable. Licensia de actividad 428/2018.

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