Overview

This five-and-a-half-hour food tour in Porto includes at least ten tasting stops that showcase a variety of flavors from decadent to down-home, all located in the heart of the city. The tour starts at Praça Gomes Teixeira, where participants spend about thirty minutes exploring the square and nearby landmarks such as Igreja do Carmo, Igreja das Carmelitas, and the Clérigos tower. Here, they taste the city’s favorite pastry, the éclair, paired with strong coffee. Next, the group visits a third-generation chocolate maker for a tasting. The tour continues to Miradouro da Vitoria, a viewpoint where a traditional savory pastry is sampled during a thirty-minute stop. Then the group moves to São Bento Railway Station for a two-hour visit that includes a short presentation on migration history and tasting fresh fruit. Close by, the tour stops at a local tavern popular with residents to try vinho verde, smoked meats, charcuterie, and a salt cod dish. Afterward, participants enjoy one of Porto’s renowned sandwiches at a lunch counter known for its friendly service. The afternoon continues with a one-hour stop at a traditional cheese shop in a lively square, where cheese, wine, and small plates are served. From there, the group goes to Fontainhas Viewpoint for an hour to take in city views and reflect on the food tasted so far. The final stop is at Muralha Fernandina, where dessert is served at a well-known bakery during a thirty-minute visit. The tour covers various neighborhoods and landmarks on foot and includes all alcoholic beverages, lunch, snacks, breakfast, tea, and coffee. The experience goes beyond typical wine tastings by incorporating a range of local foods and drinks from the barrel to the table in Porto’s city center.

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• Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

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