Activities in Porto

Activities in Porto

Top 5 Activities in Porto

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    Classic Francesinha Cooking Class with Secret Recipe

    397 reviews
    3 hours | cooking classes | Porto

    Take a unique recipe of the classic 'Francesinha' home and bring back with you the local flavor of Porto! Join me in my kitchen for a private cooking workshop where I'll share with you my family's francesinha recipe. Eat what you created and let's share a nice time together!

    €70per person
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    Authentic Porto Food: Home Dinner Experience

    397 reviews
    3 hours | home dinners | Porto

    Welcome to my house! You are invited for an authentic home dinner where you'll try the authentic flavors of Porto. Enjoy delicious Portuguese dishes like a delicious "Arroz de Marisco", "Feijoada à Transmontana" or a tasty "Bacalhau"! Drinks are included, so let's have a good time!

    €80per person
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    Real FC Porto Football Fan Tour

    271 reviews
    5 hours | sports & leisure | Porto

    Calling all football fans! On this private tour,​ you can discover the football club that made coach Jose Mourinho famous! That's right, it's the place to be for the famous dragons. While you're here, why not check out the museum and the practice grounds? And if its game day, you can come along!

    €42.35per person
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    Pasteis de Nata Cooking class & Brunch or lunch or dinner

    204 reviews
    3 hours | cooking classes | Porto

    Learn how to prepare the best homemade Pasteis de Nata! You can have a vegetarian/non vegetarian meal afterwards: starters with Tonic white Port , 3 courses and drinks included. For the FINALE... our own pasteis de nata with red Port Wine!

    €65per person
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    Family Cooking Masterclass: Portuguese Specialties!

    178 reviews
    3 hours | cooking classes | Porto

    Put your chef hats on and let's cook together delicious Portuguese specialties. I want to share with you my favorite family recipes with you & your loved ones. On this hands-on private cooking class, everyone will be a part of the creation of tasty dishes like fish cakes & chicken soup!

    €115.00per person
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    Patricia
    The Local Foodie
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    Vera
    THE Foodie
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    Helena
    The Home Chef
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    Gustavo
    The Royal Local
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    Luis
    The Beer Crafter
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Best Activities in Porto

There are all kinds of fun activities in Porto for travelers and locals alike, so it’s impossible to get bored in this enchanting city. What to do and where to start? A local can give you the insider’s tip on what kind of activities the locals normally get up to and you’ll be amazed by the amount of suggestions that aren’t even mentioned in any guide book!

  • Get in touch with history with a local

    There are lots of historic attractions to check out ranging from activities that are more traditionally authentic like visiting the Sao Bento Station or the Clerigos Tower. Get a blast from the past with a guided tour detailing Portugal’s heritage as you stroll down the roads of the city and take in the sights that hint at traditional tales and legends. Sometimes history books don’t cut it, so the best thing is to visit the historic site itself and walk where icons of the last century once did.

    It’s important that you get to experience your trip in Porto on your own agenda and you’ll be surprised by how much you can learn and take away from a culture, simply from engaging in the activities that Porto has to offer!

  • Get a delicious taste of Porto by joining a cooking class!

    Visiting the top restaurants of the city is a lot of fun and a delicious experience but eating a home-cooked meal and learning from the pros can be even better! Wouldn’t you love to be able to bring home a little bit of Portugal with you and impress your friends and family with some new Portuguese recipes?

    Cooking and eating together is most definitely an activity in Porto that you are guaranteed to enjoy and is a great way to get to know not only the cuisine but also the locals that will become instantly in your new long time friends! A passionate local will share with you their tips for recreating these delicious Portuguese experiences once you’re back home!

  • Get artsy with a ceramic tile workshop

    Once you arrive in Portugal, you’ll begin to see the famous hand painted ceramic tiles that are traditional to the country’s culture. These intricate designs have meanings and involve a lot of artistry to perfect. You can channel your inner artist with a creative activity in Porto like a ceramic tile painting class and learn the history behind it!

    A local host with tons of experience in ceramics will walk you through the steps in order to create your own beautiful masterpiece. You will learn the styles and techniques and at the end, you’ll have a little souvenir to take home!

  • Cycle around the city’s gems and mysterious paths

    Cycling is an activity in Porto that you’ll notice is quite popular among the locals, both young and old. There are some great bikeways and avenues that serve as a perfect way to explore the city in the nick of time! A local will guide you through the best routes to get the best sights available, while getting your fitness kick.

    Rentals are always available and are surprising affordable considering the treat you get to experience when riding around Porto. The city is easily accessible by bike and the routes included in the bike tour are incredibly scenic, you may want to stop for a while to admire the landscape. Then hop back on your bike and enjoy the best ride of your life.

  • Have a lazy day at the park

    Lazy days like Sundays are best for taking a breather and sitting down to relax in the park while enjoying an outdoor lunch. The city has an abundance of lush, green spaces so a sunny picnic is the perfect way to have some downtime while still technically exploring the city’s gardens. A friendly local can show you some of the quieter, hidden gems away from the buzz of the city where you can bask in the sun.

What other travelers love about our local experts

Joanne
About local
Wonderful Experience

Helena was wonderful. She was very accommodating to our food preferences. She is a warm and welcoming person and was very easy to communicate with to set up the class. It was lovely to experience the cooking class in a local home. It is an experience you will enjoy while you are there and remember for a long time after.

Classic Francesinha Cooking Class with Secret Recipe
Susan
About local
Not To Be Missed

The four of us really enjoyed our time with Patricia and Rui. They were interesting and knowledgeable on many subjects. It was lovely to spend time in their home to see how they lived. Patricia had prepared a delicious Portuguese meal for us. She explained how her main dish was prepared so that it could be duplicated at home. We then were able to participate by preparing the dessert. The time flew by.

Pasteis de Nata Cooking class & Brunch or lunch or dinner
Gabrielle
About local
Truly Unique Experience

If we could rate this higher than 10 we would. We didn’t really know what to expect when we booked this tour with Luis but we knew we like beer and have done a fair amount of brewery tours over the years. This was nothing like anything we have done before! Luis and Antonio were a lot of fun and gave us a really personal experience of the work they do and the life of the brewery. We had a great time and would 100% book another experience with Luis next time we are in Porto. The beer was fantastic too! Some of the best imperial stouts we have had.

Private Farm Brewery Experience Outside of Porto
Brian
About local
Wonderful evening with Helena!

We had the nicest evening with our very welcoming hostess Helena. We started with engaging conversation over a variety of appetizers including cheese, olives, breads, and ham.. along with a very nice white port! Dinner focused on the best arroz de marisco either of us had ever had.. accompanied by a nice Vinho Verde! A very unique experience.. highly recommended!.

Authentic Porto Food: Home Dinner Experience

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