This walking tour offers you the chance to explore some of Porto’s less well known areas (at least for tourists).
Let’s go off the beaten track with a nice walk through the picturesque districts placed outside and inside the ancient wall.
Discover the oldest public garden, the “ilhas” (old working-class neighborhoods), enjoy the most amazing views over the Douro River and the very old medieval town.
The tour ends with a descent of the medieval core of the old city until the riverside.
Praça da Batalha (Batalha square)
We start our walking tour in front of the Saint John National Theatre.
Arrival at the Saint Lazarus garden (the oldest public garden in Porto)
Walk through the old working-class neighborhood known as "ilhas".
Fontainhas is famous for the Saint John celebrations and has the most amazing views over the Douro river and its bridges.
The neighborhood around Porto's cathedral is the cradle of the city. It's the moment for medieval times.
End of tour at Ribeira square (riverside) - postcard of the city.
Praça da Ribeira (Ribeira square - by the riverside)
Walking guided tour.