Ribeira District Free Tour

Join us on a captivating free tour of Porto's Ribeira, where we'll delve into the significance of the Douro River and explore one of the city's most picturesque neighborhoods.

Tour Details

We'll meet at the fountain of the Museu do Vitral at the scheduled time for an engaging free tour through the neighborhood of Ribeira in Porto.

The journey begins with a visit to the Porto Cathedral, where we'll uncover the legend of Senhor d'Além. As we stroll through the colorful houses surrounding Pena Ventosa Square, we'll discuss the city's cuisine, including the renowned bacalhau Gomes de Sá.

Continuing through Porto's Ribeira, we'll pass by Largo de São Domingos, viewing Palácio das Artes, the Fernandino Gothic Wall, and Escada do Caminho Novo staircase in the Miragaia neighborhood. Along the way, we'll share insights about Porto's traditional boats and tripeiros.

Our next stop is the impressive São Francisco Church, a notable example of baroque architecture. We will also view Palácio da Bolsa and Casa do Infante, a historical house-turned-museum.

Continuing at Praça da Ribeira, we'll conclude our free tour of the Ribeira de Porto next to the Ponte Dom Luís.

After 2.5 hours of exploration, we'll finish the tour in the Gaia area.