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Past and Present Porto Architecture Private Tour

About this experience

Discover Porto in a unique and exclusive way, with a local expert who will take you to explore the city through its architecture.
This tour approaches the city from the point of view of its architecture.
Immerse yourself in the masterpieces of great names such as Alvaro Siza Vieira and Eduardo Souto Moura, both winners of the Pritzker Prize, without forgetting the legacy of Rem Koolhaas.
Visit in detail Siza's masterpieces, such as the "Boa Nova Tea House" and the "Tidal Pool", icons of national heritage and world references. Stroll through the gardens of "Casa de Serralves", visit the "Museum of Contemporary Art", a masterpiece.
Explore the richness of Porto's classical architecture, with a route that goes from Nasoni to Marques da Silva, from Távora to contemporary masters.
An unforgettable tour between the city's glorious past and vibrant contemporary life!

At a glance

  • Duration: 7 hr–8 hr
  • Private experience

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Past and Present Porto Architecture Private Tour
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour7 hr–8 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesPortuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 7 hr–8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Bottled water
  • Tickets for the Contemporary Art Museum - Serralves
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guide

Not included

  • Personal Expenses
  • Lunch

Itinerary and highlights

Starting Point, near the Porto City Hall.
Brief Introduction of the Tour, Location and History of Porto and Portugal.

Drive through the Square and take a look at the Stock Exchange Palace

Pass by the Customs Building, by the river

Pass by the St. John Fort, right next to the mouth of the river Douro.

After a 30 minute ride, pass by the Fort of St. Francis, also known as The Cheese Castle and see the limits of the City Park

After a 10 minute drive, stop to see the Cruise Ship Terminal, a modern building with a unique architeture,

After a 45 minute drive, enjoy one of the most important buildings of the pritzker awarded Alvaro Siza Vieira.

One of the most iconic constructions, by the ocean. Also from the awarded Alvaro Siza Vieira.

After a 30-45 minutes drive, stop at the Contemporary Art Museum.
Invited to visit the original house of the property (Art Deco), the museum and the gardens.
Also the suggested place to lunch.

After a 15 minutes drive, The House of Music. An Iconic building in Porto to feel the Contemporary Architecture. Design of the Pritzker prize awarded architect Rem Koolhaas.

After a 30 minutes drive, visit the School of Architeture, from the Porto University. Design by Alvaro Sica Vieira.

Back at Porto´s city center, a outside visit of the Clerigos Tower and church. One of the most iconic buildings in Porto, from the 18th century. A complete explanation of the design fo the building and surrounding area.

Meeting and pickup information

  • In front of the city hall, near the "Porto." sign, will be the default place for pick up. Please look for a sign flag with our name on it. Any issue, call or message us on the Number on the Ticket.
  • The meeting point for the transfer can be in Porto, including the airport. Any issue, call or message us on the Number on the Ticket.

Languages and tickets

  • Portuguese — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Traveline

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 7 hr–8 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
The meeting point for the transfer can be in Porto, including the airport.
Any issue, call or message us on the Number on the Ticket.
Which guide languages are listed?
Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 4–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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