Porto Highlights: 4-hours Porto Highlights with Wine Tasting IncludedCity, Historical and Theme Tours
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- Porto
- €45.00 / person
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About this experience
✔ Health & safety measures apply✔ Best-in-class experience
✔ No booking fees
DURATION: 4 hours
MEETING POINT: Rua de Mouzinho da Silveira 352 4050-418 in from of S. Train Bento Station
STARTING TIME: 9.00 am & 2.15 pm (please tell us your preferred starting time during the booking)
LANGUAGES: Portuguese, English, and Spanish
OPENING SEASONS: Year-round
WHO CAN COME: Porto highlights is suitable for everyone. Children won't be served alcohol
Overview
Embark on an extraordinary Porto highlights tour and immerse yourself in the enchanting allure of one of the world's most beloved cities. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage city center, where history and culture intertwine to create a captivating ambiance.
Experience Highlights
◾Enjoy a panoramic tour of Porto's historic center, taking in the main attractions and soaking up the city's rich heritage.◾Discover the captivating beauty of the São Bento Railway Station, adorned with majestic tiles that depict historical scenes, while learning about their significance.
◾Indulge in a visit to a renowned Port Wine Cellar, where you can savor the distinct flavors of two exquisite Port wines, immersing yourself in the region's winemaking traditions.
◾Be captivated by the grandeur and historical details of the Porto Cathedral and Aliados Avenue, letting their imposing facades transport you to a bygone era of architectural splendor.
About this Experience
✔ Health & safety measures apply✔ Best-in-class experience
✔ No booking fees
DURATION: 4 hours
MEETING POINT: Rua de Mouzinho da Silveira 352 4050-418 in from of S. Train Bento Station
STARTING TIME: 9.00 am & 2.15 pm (please tell us your preferred starting time during the booking)
LANGUAGES: Portuguese, English, and Spanish
OPENING SEASONS: Year-round
WHO CAN COME: Porto highlights is suitable for everyone. Children won't be served alcohol
Description - What to expect
Start your Porto highlights experience with a drive to the most charming monument of the city, the Cathedral of Porto. Located in the highest part of the city, its construction began in the 12th century. The Cathedral of Porto is considered a national monument, for its religious, architectural, and historic value.Crossing the famous Aliados Avenue, surrounded by a vast architectural complex with Art Nouveau and Art Deco façades, you will continue your Porto highlights tour towards the São Bento Railway Station. This train station seems like a true tile museum! Its tile panels tell the history of the North of Portugal through dazzling blue and white tiles. The main atrium is covered by more than twenty thousand tiles!
Enjoy the most exquisite landscapes of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, connected by the Douro River where the iconic D. Luís I Bridge stands out, built by one of the disciples of Gustav Eiffel - the French engineer who participated in the construction of the Statue of Liberty in New York and the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Vila Nova de Gaia is famous for the stunning Port Wine Cellars, your next stop. Take the opportunity to visit a renowned wine Cellar and learn all about the winemaking process that has lasted for centuries and that is the basis of this world-famous wine. A Port Wine tasting is included in the tour, the perfect opportunity to savor some of the best Portuguese wines.
What's included, what's not
✔ Professional tour guide✔ Transportation on a comfortable minibus
✔ Entrance and guided visit in one of the finest Port wine cellars
✔ Wine tasting
✖ Meals and drinks
✖ Visit to the Interior of the Lello Bookshop and Cathedral
Free Cancellation
Free cancellation is available for this Porto highlights up to 48 hours before the start of the experienceWhat makes this experience unique?
The Porto highlights experience is so exceptional for several reasons. Here are a few!◾The Porto highlights experience begins with a visit to the Cathedral of Porto, a national monument whose construction dates back to the 12th century. Its historical, architectural, and religious significance makes it a captivating starting point for the tour.
◾As you cross the famous Aliados Avenue, you’ll be surrounded by stunning Art Nouveau and Art Deco façades, creating a picturesque urban landscape that reflects Porto's rich architectural heritage. This vibrant context sets the stage for your exploration of the city.
◾The São Bento Railway Station is another highlight, often described as a tile museum due to its breathtaking blue and white tile panels. These tiles beautifully narrate the history of Northern Portugal, making the station not just a transit point but a cultural landmark.
◾Finally, the Porto highlights tour takes you to Vila Nova de Gaia, known for its iconic Port Wine Cellars. Here, you have the opportunity to learn about the centuries-old winemaking process and enjoy a tasting of some of the finest Portuguese wines, providing a delightful conclusion to your Porto highlights adventure.
Good to know - practical information
◾ Please be at the Meeting Point 10 minutes before the departure schedule◾ Hotels in Vila Nova de Gaia and any type of alternative accommodation (guesthouse, apartments, or Airbnb) are not included in the pick-up service
◾ The duration of Porto highlights experience is an estimation, subject to local traffic and visit schedules
Description - What to expect
Start your Porto highlights experience with a drive to the most charming monument of the city, the Cathedral of Porto. Located in the highest part of the city, its construction began in the 12th century. The Cathedral of Porto is considered a national monument, for its religious, architectural, and historic value.Crossing the famous Aliados Avenue, surrounded by a vast architectural complex with Art Nouveau and Art Deco façades, you will continue your Porto highlights tour towards the São Bento Railway Station. This train station seems like a true tile museum! Its tile panels tell the history of the North of Portugal through dazzling blue and white tiles. The main atrium is covered by more than twenty thousand tiles!
Enjoy the most exquisite landscapes of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, connected by the Douro River where the iconic D. Luís I Bridge stands out, built by one of the disciples of Gustav Eiffel - the French engineer who participated in the construction of the Statue of Liberty in New York and the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Vila Nova de Gaia is famous for the stunning Port Wine Cellars, your next stop. Take the opportunity to visit a renowned wine Cellar and learn all about the winemaking process that has lasted for centuries and that is the basis of this world-famous wine. A Port Wine tasting is included in the tour, the perfect opportunity to savor some of the best Portuguese wines.
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