Porto: Private 3H Tuk Tuk Tour with a Local Guide Old Town & Gaia

Ride through Porto's old town, cross to Vila Nova de Gaia and stop at the best viewpoints with a local guide who adapts the route to your group. 100% private, free cancellation up to 24 hours before

1. 1

   Sao Bento Railway Station

   Heading towards the magical São Bento Train Station, considered one of the most beautiful stations in the world.

2. 2

   Catedral do Porto

   10 min

   Your guide will take you to see Porto Cathedral, built in the Gothic period in the 12th century and the main building of the Catholic Church in Porto.

3. 3

   Miradouro Serra Do Pilar

   10 min

   Viewpoint with panoramic views of Porto and Gaia

4. 4

   Cais De Gaia

   5 min

   Cais de Gaia is a tourist area of terraces, restaurants and bars located on the left bank of the River Douro in Vila Nova de Gaia, opposite the historic centre of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Portugal.

5. 5

   Dom Luis I Bridge

   Passing over one of Porto's best-known bridges, designed by the same engineer as the Eiffel Tower, Gustave Eiffel.

6. 6

   Praca da Batalha

   Pass by

   Since 1866, the square has been dominated by the monument to King Pedro V, designed by Teixeira Lopes. The square is also home to the São João National Theatre and the Cine-Teatro Batalha.

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   Rua de Santa Catarina

   Pass by

   Rua de Santa Catarina is a street in the parishes of Santo Ildefonso and Bonfim in the city of Porto, Portugal. It is the most commercial thoroughfare in downtown Porto, and a large part of it is now closed to car traffic and reserved for pedestrians only.

8. 8

   Mercado do Bolhao

   Pass by

   The Bolhão Market is a jewel of Porto: the building, one of the most emblematic in the city, is a municipal heritage site and a monument of public interest and preserves the memories and stories of the great fresh market, which pulses in the heart of the city, the people of Porto and those who visit it. Its character is unique and valuable and its identity and history have been intertwined with the identity and history of the city of Porto for over a hundred years.

9. 9

   Capela das Almas

   Pass by

   The chapel has its origins in an old wooden chapel built in honour of Santa Catarina. The construction of the building that exists today dates back to the end of the 18th century, when the Brotherhood of the Souls and Wounds of St Francis moved from the Monastery of Santa Clara to the Chapel of St Catherine.

10. 10

    Igreja da Trindade

    Pass by

    The Igreja da Trindade is a church in the city of Porto in Portugal, located in Praça da Trindade behind the Porto Town Hall. It was built throughout the 19th century to a design by architect Carlos Amarante.

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    Avenida Dos Aliados

    Aliados Avenue is the main avenue and the center of the city of Porto. Discover what makes this avenue so emblematic.

12. 12

    Igreja dos Carmelitas

    5 min

    Carmelitas Church is a place that tells a curious story about Porto - it started to be built in the 17th century.

13. 13

    Igreja do Carmo

    5 min

    This church was built on land next to the Carmelite Church on the west side, which was given to the Order in 1752. As it wasn't allowed to build two churches together at the time, the so-called Hidden House was built between them, which you'll find out more about on our tour.

14. 14

    Hospital de Santo Antonio

    Pass by

    A general, central and university hospital, it is responsible for teaching the Integrated Master's Degree in Medicine of the Abel Salazar Institute of Biomedical Sciences (ICBAS) of the University of Porto. Despite being housed in a building of great historical and architectural value, it is a modern and well-equipped hospital in the country, and a benchmark for quality in healthcare provision.

15. 15

    Passeio das Virtudes

    5 min

    The Passeio das Virtudes garden is the perfect place to end the day with a fabulous sunset over the River Douro. Lying on the grass or enjoying a beer on the terrace is the ideal spot for those who like to relax at the end of the day. The boulevard offers an excellent view over the river, all the way to the bar at the mouth of the Douro.

16. 16

    Torre dos Clerigos

    5 min

    The Tower of Clérigos is a remarkable architectural ensemble located in the city of Porto, and is considered the postcard of that city.

17. 17

    Livraria Lello

    5 min

    Be amazed as you pass by the most beautiful bookstore in the world there is no shortage of stories to discover and magical places to explore.

18. 18

    Jardins do Palacio de Cristal

    5 min

    The Palácio de Cristal Gardens are a pleasant green space located in the parish of Massarelos, in the city of Porto, Portugal, from where you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Douro River and the sea.

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    Castelo Do Queijo

    Pass by

    In a dominant position over the Atlantic Ocean and a short distance from the mouth of the Douro River, it is also known as Castelo do Queijo (Cheese Castle) because, according to tradition, it was built on a rounded granite rock similar in shape to a cheese (penedo do Queijo).

20. 20

    Miradouro de Santa Catarina

    5 min

    Located on one of the highest points in the parish of Lordelo do Ouro, it offers a wide view of the Douro River estuary, including the Jardim do Calém, all the way to the sea.

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    Jardim do Infante Dom Henrique

    Pass by

    This square, in the heart of Porto's historic centre, pays homage to Prince Henry the Navigator - the most important figure at the beginning of the Portuguese discoveries - who, according to tradition, was born nearby, in the so-called Casa do Infante, in 1394.

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    Palacio da Bolsa

    Pass by

    The Palácio da Bolsa, or Palácio da Associação Comercial do Porto, a neoclassical building, began construction on 6 October 1842, the solemn date of the laying of the first stone, given the closure of the Casa da Bolsa do Comércio, which forced Portuguese traders to discuss their business in the open air.

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    Miradouro da Vitoria

    5 min

    The Miradouro da Vitória is located right in the heart of the old Jewish quarter. The history of this Jewish neighbourhood tells us that in the 14th century, King João I demarcated an area where all the Jews had to live, with high walls and access gates - it was like a city within the city of Porto. This period lasted around 100 years, until the arrival of the Inquisition.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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