Take a walk off the beaten track, away from the tourist crowds, and see the real side of Porto. On this private tour, go beyond the classic route and explore Ribeira where you’ll experience a different Porto, like a local with a local by your side!
Porto’s Hidden Gems: Historic Shops & Local Flavors
103 reviews
2 hours | shopping tours | Porto
Step into Porto’s most historic and authentic stores and experience the city’s local spirit firsthand. Explore century-old businesses, meet passionate shop owners, and uncover the traditions behind their craft. Along the way, enjoy delicious tastings that showcase the true flavors of Porto!
Porto's medieval essence is still present on the city's streets. Let me take you on a historical journey to the past where you'll discover Porto in a different way. Admire the buildings, uncover its secrets and get all the insights from a historian.
This was such a great afternoon. João's enthusiasm & love of Porto made for an engaging and interesting time.
We all found the combination of social history, architecture and street art fascinating and found it really useful for the rest of our stay in Porto especially the bar & food recommendations for our teenagers.
Off the Beaten Track in Porto: Ribeira Tour
Vinnie
About local
17 June 2025
Find The Back Alleys
I wanted to see Porto off the beaten track and Ruben delivered. I saw all of the main sights with my tour group. I wanted to see the city from the point of view of the locals. The added benefit was no crowds. Ruben also gave me a brief history of Portugal. Very interesting. Be prepared to do a lot of walking including many, many stairs and hills. Wear good shoes.
Off the Beaten Track in Porto: Ribeira Tour
Stephane
About local
28 May 2025
Great guide
Carlos was a very fun guide. He told us about all the local places he likes, the places to go to avoid the tourists and showed us all around the city. He was always very responsive to our questions and we definitely recommend him for your next tour
Off the Beaten Track in Porto: Ribeira Tour
Mimi
About local
Amazing guide, Incredible person
I decided to do a solo tour and I picked the absolutely best person I could to really get an inside of the city and also the knowledge and emotion of the artists histories .
I felt like I got to know more about the country in our time together and then I would have any other way. I got to hear about the emotional history of the country and also see some amazing street art.
JOAO is a very special person and I really appreciated the caring way that he took me around the city. I got more than I thought I would ever get out of a tour because it didn’t seem like a tour. It felt like I was traveling with a friend who knew and had so much knowledge About the city where he lives and the artwork that he loves.
Thank you so much!
