Portugal · CITY TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 city tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center: 2.5-hour English walk from Aliados to the Cathedral, see Sao Bento and Clérigos, pay what you want.
“Was a nice activity. Very intresting Tour! Porto from the View of a Local. Just try it at your own. Thank you for the map Tiago!”
A pay-what-you-think Lisbon walking tour that strings together squares, churches, Chiado, Bairro Alto, and Praça do Comércio in 2.5 hours.
“Very good tour! We learned a lot about Lisbon history and also things to do and see. I felt inspired to come back!”
A small-group Tagus sail in Lisbon with live commentary, a welcome drink, and big views from Belém to Alfama, timed for day, sunset, or night.
“Seeing the city from a different angle was amazing, and the crew was super friendly, sharing cool bits of history as we went along.”
Cruise Porto’s UNESCO streets by e-bike in 3 hours, hitting Ribeira, Sé Cathedral, and Dom Luís I Bridge top views.
“Yohann was a great guide and highly recommend him for your Porto bike tour!”
Porto in 3 hours, by **Magic Train** and boat. Visit Real Companhia Velha, watch a film, taste 2 ports, then cruise the Douro.
“The train ride itself was pretty disappointing. Didn't see a lot, and there is NO live guide - just scratchy audio that is hard to hear about the noise of the city and the train. However, the port cellar tour was very interesting (and delicious!), and the boat ride was beautiful - it's a bit of a trek from where you are dropped off on the train, and they could do a better job with marking the boat so you know which one to take, but either way, the tickets were worth it for those two things alone.”
Hop-on hop-off buses across Porto and Gaia, plus port wine, walking tours, and an upgradeable 6 Bridges Douro cruise.
“A nice bus ride to see the city if you don’t want to walk much”
A 3-hour guided Porto walk through Aliados Avenue, Clerigos, Bolhão Market, and Miragaia’s stair streets, ending with Douro views.
“Ramon was our guide. We had a great time. He was passionate about this tour, gave a lot of funny facts and info, we loved it!! Highly recommend”
E-bike tour of Lisbon’s 7 hills, old quarters, and best miradouros. Easy climbs, tight streets, and local stories for $29.
“I wish for everyone to experience this tour 💛 It was in late May 2025 that I decided to go on this tour. It was one of the various surprise activities I had planned for my partner's birthday, and I couldn't be happier I chose it; she told me it was her favourite part of the day! Our guide, Juan, was honestly so lovely, and he had such an amazing and positive presence! On the tour, not only did we see various attractions and learned about the local history, but we also visited places that tourists don't usually go, like residential parts of Lisbon, which were beautiful to bike through.…”
See Lisbon’s UNESCO sights with flexible hop-on hop-off bus routes, add night views, walking tours, and possible discounts, for a smart 48- or 72-hour visit.
“Best HOHO by far. Several routes also fun fact if you get the more expensive option 48 hours with the boat. It INCLUDES free entry to the zoo. Probably the best zoo I’ve ever been to in my entire life!”
Private eco tuk tuk tour of Lisbon highlights with a bilingual guide. Ride Alfama streets and viewpoints in an electric, covered tuk tuk.
“Marta was a great guide! She showed us the best areas including recommendations on where to eat and drink!”
Lisbon Tagus River sail from Belém with live guide stories, music, and sunset views, plus an included drink for about $41.
“Our afternoon on the river was spectacular! Tiago and Paulo kept us entertained with wonderful history of the area and the views of the city from the other side of the shore were incredible! A great value and we're so glad we took this relaxing and beautiful tour of the Lisbon shoreline. Thanks!”
3-hour Porto historic center walk with a local guide, São Bento tiles, Ribeira bustle, and Douro river views. Small group value at $33.
“Guide was very knowledgeable about the history of Porto and was good at linking those stories to the various places visited around the old city. Would take the tour again.”
Private vintage Ford T Porto tour: Serra do Pilar views, Eiffel bridges, Douro cruise, and a Cálem port wine tasting with a multilingual guide.
“Francisco is a top man! He made the tour fun and very informative considering only a month of experience. Wish him nothing but the best in everything he does. Also, he deserves a pay rise after the probation period.”
A 2.5-hour English walking tour through Porto’s top sights, from Fonte dos Leões to Sé, with expert local storytelling.
“Monica was a very cheerful and enthusiastic guide who gave us plenty of fascinating information on the historical highlights of Porto. She gave us helpful tips on where to buy authentic Portuguese made goods so we avoid tourist traps and there was never a dull moment during the tour. It was Monica's 3rd anniversary of living in Porto but her knowledge and familiarity with so many people in the city made us feel like we were with a long time native resident. Highly recommended!”
A practical Porto hop-on hop-off bus with Red and Blue routes, 9-language audio, included wine tasting, and free cellar visits.
“Apart from a downpour, we saw part of Porto we probably wouldn't otherwise have seen. Very interesting”
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