Foodie Experience in Porto, Porto

4.5 (29 reviews)
Enjoy a culinary journey through downtown Porto and discover the city's vibrant food scene.
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Maja
Maja K.
Oct 22, 2024
This was a fun, tasty tour! Joao was an entertaining guide, and the food we were able to taste was good. The small restaurants we were... Read more
brad
brad m.
Oct 17, 2024
Fun exploring and experiencing the food culture while meeting new people in a small group setting. Experience led to repeat consumption of new favorites.
Steven
Steven M.
Sep 21, 2024
This was one of many food tours we took on this trip and we had Jon (Jean) as our guide. This man was incredible. Not only... Read more
Jo Ann
Jo Ann T.
Sep 06, 2024
This was a great and fun food tour, Each stop offered a true culinary experience with wine. The sardine and mackeral blew me away.
Ken
Ken N.
Jun 13, 2024
This was fantastic and in our opinion a must do for people visiting Porto. Our guide and all the restaurants who welcomed us were outstanding. Highly... Read more
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Overview

Embark on a three-hour walking tour of historic downtown Porto, guided by a local expert, and experience the city's culinary renaissance. Visit specialty food shops and family-owned businesses while tasting a variety of dishes. Learn about the revival of Portuguese cuisine and end the evening with an introduction to port wine, tasting different versions, including one vintage, as you learn about its timeless history.

Highlights

  • Savor the city's famous dishes and hear the stories behind them
  • Experience the culinary renaissance of Porto through specialty food shops and restaurants
  • Learn about family-owned businesses integral to Porto's unique gastronomy
  • Enjoy tastings at distinct locations offering the best of Porto's cuisine
  • Sample three different types of Port wine, including a vintage selection

Know before you go

Duration
3 hours
Recommended for
All ages
Group
Small group
Food & Drink
Dinner Included

What you'll do

Embark on a delicious walking tour through Porto's historic downtown area, where you'll experience the city's culinary renaissance first-hand. Guided by a knowledgeable local expert, your small group will explore a variety of specialty food shops and new restaurants that are reviving old methods, giving you a taste of Porto's unique gastronomy.

Your journey will begin in the early afternoon as your guide leads you to carefully selected locations that represent the traditional family-owned businesses of Porto. Here, you'll learn about their importance to the city's culinary culture and sample a variety of simple, quality products and recipes created by people who are passionate about their craft. As you explore local restaurants, cafés, and stores, you'll witness the revival of Portuguese cuisine, showcasing the very best that Porto has to offer.

Next, dive deeper into the world of Porto's most famous drink: port wine. Your guide will introduce you to the history of this timeless beverage as you taste three different versions, including one vintage. Discover the nuances of each variety and learn what makes port wine special to this region.

As your tour progresses, listen to fascinating stories behind the food and drink you're tasting, shared by your friendly and knowledgeable guide. Throughout the excursion, you'll be in the company of fellow food enthusiasts, making for a fun and engaging atmosphere. Your expert guide will also provide personalized recommendations on where to eat.

At the end of this fulfilling experience, you'll leave with a newfound appreciation for Porto's gastronomy and a full stomach, having enjoyed an unforgettable culinary adventure.

Start times

  • Daily
    6:00 pm

What's included

  • English-speaking local guide

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Travelers often mention

Summarized by AI based on kimkim traveler reviews

Great Guides

Many reviews highlighted the quality of the guides, mentioning names like Joao, Marianne, and Claudia, and describing them as knowledgeable, friendly, and enthusiastic. (12 mentions)

Ken
“Our guide and all the restaurants who welcomed us were outstanding.”  — Ken N.
Sarah
“Our guide Joao was informative and friendly.”  — Sarah S.
J
“Claudia was a very enthusiastic and warm guide and made the tour really enjoyable.”  — jenny G.
Experience Summary

Overall, the experience was considered great by the majority of reviewers, with high praise for the guides and food. (9 mentions)

Joanne
“Overall, it was a great experience.”  — Joanne R.
Patricia
“Wonderful, great tour all around!”  — Patricia F.
Corrin
“This was possibly the most wonderful tour I have ever been on.”  — Corrin T.
Food Variety

The tour featured a wide variety of foods, including local dishes and wines. This was well appreciated by most reviewers. (9 mentions)

Anthea
“We were able to try a variety of foods.”  — Anthea B.
Steven
“we got to experience many of the foods on our wish list in a serving size that was not overwhelming, perfect”  — Steven L.
Georgianne
“We got a great overview of the food and wine of Portugal”  — Georgianne G.
First Night Experience

Several reviewers mentioned that this tour was a great introduction to Porto, especially for their first night in the city. (2 mentions)

Robert
“It was a nice experience for our first night exposure to Porto”  — Robert G.
N
“We had a lot of fun doing this on our first night!”  — Nina G.

Traveler reviews

29 total ratings, 25 with reviews
4.5
Feature ratings
Quality of Experience
4.5
Food
4.4
Guides, Drivers and Staff
4.5
Transport
4.6
B
Barbara C.
Palm Desert, CA | Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024
Guide was sweet and knowledgeable. We tasted regional food but the places selected lacked atmosphere. I think more thought could be given to this as we’ve been on many food tours around the world Read more

Guide was sweet and knowledgeable. We tasted regional food but the places selected lacked atmosphere. I think more thought could be given to this as we’ve been on many food tours around the world

Quality of Experience
Researched this trip quite a bit. I don’t think seeing Nazaré or Óbidos was necessary. Heavy tourist spots with same shops over and over
Food
The restaurants we booked on our own were excellent. Better feedback from your company would be helpful
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mixed review. Hugo who did our historical tour in Lisbon was unexciting and poor other drivers were more engaged
Transport
On time or waited for us
Maja
Maja K.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 22, 2024
This was a fun, tasty tour! Joao was an entertaining guide, and the food we were able to taste was good. The small restaurants we were guided to were great choices. Read more

This was a fun, tasty tour! Joao was an entertaining guide, and the food we were able to taste was good. The small restaurants we were guided to were great choices.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
brad
brad m.
Japan | Reviewed on Oct 17, 2024
Fun exploring and experiencing the food culture while meeting new people in a small group setting. Experience led to repeat consumption of new favorites. Read more

Fun exploring and experiencing the food culture while meeting new people in a small group setting. Experience led to repeat consumption of new favorites.

Quality of Experience
Quality of establishments visited and prep before arrival.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Steven
Steven M.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 21, 2024
This was one of many food tours we took on this trip and we had Jon (Jean) as our guide. This man was incredible. Not only was Jon a knowledgeable local guide who knows the city well, he was also a chef. So all meals were expertly picked with a chefs taste and Jon was about as entertaining and knowledgeable guide as you could ask for. Meals ranged from local meats and cheeses with authentic port wine to local hot spots with authentic dishes Read more

This was one of many food tours we took on this trip and we had Jon (Jean) as our guide. This man was incredible. Not only was Jon a knowledgeable local guide who knows the city well, he was also a chef. So all meals were expertly picked with a chefs taste and Jon was about as entertaining and knowledgeable guide as you could ask for. Meals ranged from local meats and cheeses with authentic port wine to local hot spots with authentic dishes

Tips for future travelers

100% book this. Such a great way to introduce you to Porto and understanding what the city has to offer, which is ALOT

Quality of Experience
Wide variety and incredible guidance
Food
Absolutely everything
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Jon (Jean) was amazing and a local expert.
Jen
Jen S.
Machesney Park, IL | Reviewed on Sep 21, 2024
This tour also felt like something I could have booked myself. The guide was fun and the places we went lovely, it just didn't feel special. Read more

This tour also felt like something I could have booked myself. The guide was fun and the places we went lovely, it just didn't feel special.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Jo Ann
Jo Ann T.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 06, 2024
This was a great and fun food tour, Each stop offered a true culinary experience with wine. The sardine and mackeral blew me away. Read more

This was a great and fun food tour, Each stop offered a true culinary experience with wine. The sardine and mackeral blew me away.

Quality of Experience
Food
The wine pairings were perfect!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ken
Ken N.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
This was fantastic and in our opinion a must do for people visiting Porto. Our guide and all the restaurants who welcomed us were outstanding. Highly recommended. Read more

This was fantastic and in our opinion a must do for people visiting Porto. Our guide and all the restaurants who welcomed us were outstanding. Highly recommended.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was amazing - actually better than amazing if that’s possible
Transport
D
Dennis S.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 08, 2024
Overall the places we went to were good except maybe for the last stop for desert. The guide was great. Read more

Overall the places we went to were good except maybe for the last stop for desert. The guide was great.

Quality of Experience
Food
Sampling of different foods and wines
Guides, Drivers and Staff
R
Robin W.
Harrison, NJ | Reviewed on May 16, 2024
It was interesting to meet the other people in the group, who were all friendly and easy to talk to. However, the food aspect of the trip was poor. In particular, the second stop was at a bar where we sat in the basement and insects hovered over the food on the table. There were several of us in the group who do not drink beer, but this was the only beverage option there. The food served was all variations of pork. We had requested vegetarian food and we were served some sort of "fish"... Read more

It was interesting to meet the other people in the group, who were all friendly and easy to talk to. However, the food aspect of the trip was poor. In particular, the second stop was at a bar where we sat in the basement and insects hovered over the food on the table. There were several of us in the group who do not drink beer, but this was the only beverage option there. The food served was all variations of pork. We had requested vegetarian food and we were served some sort of "fish" cake which was inedible.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Anthea
Anthea B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on May 16, 2024
This was a really good experience. We were able to try a variety of foods. Read more

This was a really good experience. We were able to try a variety of foods.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport

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