About this experience
We were born, raised and always lived in Porto, so we know the city as a local and, since it is a private tour, we will customize it according to your interests.
In this private food/wine tour we will focus on Portuguese gastronomy, but you will learn a lot about our culture, history and traditions, which makes us unique.
You will visit the Bolhão market and several food spots and tascas (traditional stores), while getting in contact with the locals. Meanwhile, discover the stories behind our main dishes: the legend of the "tripeiros", name given to the Porto inhabitants; you will learn how "francesinha" is made, that "caloric bomb" that you should not miss and the tasty codfish recipes, so important in our culture.
We will harmonise it with our portuguese wines and explain the diverse grapes and wine regions. And what about our cakes, such as pastel de nata or Jesuita?
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At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr 30 min 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
- 18 + snacks with wine, beer or non alcoholic beverages
- Olive oil workshop with degustation
Itinerary and highlights
Our accredited guide will meet you at the interior clock of the São Bento train Station. The murals represent moments in the country's history, and the multicoloured panels depict rural scenes showing the people of various regions, as well as the 2 wine regions in the north of Portugal.
Locals are known as "Tripeiros", and you will discover the legend behind, which is related to the conquest of Ceuta (1415), with the principal figure of Infante D. Henrique, who subjugated the Moors.
The station is located in the Historic Centre of Porto, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a National Monument of Portugal. It is the main terminus of Porto's suburban railway lines, and it is connected to São Bento Metro Station on Metro line D.
Get to know the locals, known as "tripeiros" at Bolhão market and taste canned fish with green wines, as well as olives and lupins. Discover the stories behind Portuguese traditional dishes, culture and history. The market was opened to the public in 1914 and specialises in meat, fish, fruit, flowers, vegetables and other colourful products. Recently renovated, it is one of Porto's highlights.
Experience our sour cherry liqueur, ginja, in a chocolate cup. The history is, above all, a family and local story whose recipe has remained untouched for the last 2 centuries.
Try pastel the nata with a coffee. At the same time, you watch the mastery and skill involved in making a pastel de nata, from shaping the dough into the moulds to filling it with the cream, which must be placed right up to the edge, with extreme precision.
Experience several small tastings and discover our flavor experiences made with the best Portuguese raw materials, protected designation of origin (DOP) or organic fruits, mixed with Portuguese wines, aromatic herbs and spices.
Discover our excellent extra virgin olive oils during an olive oil workshop. Accompany it with a cheese and charcuterie board, olive oil crackers and dry fruits with a Douro DOC wine.
Meeting and pickup information
- Interior clock of the S. Bento train station
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Oporto & Douro Moments
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The market is closed on Sundays and holidays. We will adapt the tour and tastings
- Available dietary options such as vegan, vegetarian, and pescatarian
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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