Porto · FOOD & DRINK
54 reviewed
This is the shortlist we’d hand a friend: the 15 food & drink tours worth booking, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
From Porto, see Douro vineyards, taste Port at two stops, cruise the river for an hour, and enjoy lunch paired with Douro wines.
“Amazing tour, if I’ve a time again I’ll take again. Nice driver nice tour guide (Americo), food, wine pretty nice.”
Cálem’s 1-hour Porto cellar tour blends an interactive Douro museum, a guided historic cellar walk, and Port tasting in Gaia, from $23.
“The best port cellar tour that we had in Porto. Clear explanations and a great tasting session, we were very impressed!”
Small-group Douro day trip from Porto with 2 wineries, traditional lunch, and a river boat cruise, plus N222 and Pinhão views.
“Miguel was an excellent tour guide. He’s very knowledgeable, professional and friendly. He gave us a great introduction to the winemaking in the Douro Valley. We highly recommend this tour and Miguel”
Tour Cálem cellars, taste two port wines, then enjoy a live Fado show at Caves Cálem in Porto. One great 75-minute plan.
“Tour was amazing and the guide was very explanatory on the details. Then the concert with the wine taste was great.”
Taylor’s Port Cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia, self-guided audio tour and tasting of three wines with Porto views for $29.
“Very nice activity in Gaia. We booked an english self- guided tour last minute, very interesting and finishing with wine in the nice backyard was a very nice ending. If walking all the way up its a steep walk (but thats how it is in Portugal) . We didnt mind because we earned our wine at the end lol .”
Tour Cockburn’s huge working port lodge in Vila Nova de Gaia, watch coopers repair barrels, then taste a flight matched to your choice.
“Violeta is the best. The fastest knowledge for wine ever! 🩷”
Porto to Douro Valley with two winery tastings, traditional lunch, and a one-hour Douro river cruise, plus scenic stops and transport.
“Milena our Guide & Luis our driver were so friendly and helpful, the views of the valley were spectacular, the river cruise was another perfect way to see the views of the valley. Tour of winery, tasting in the oak room was so cool, very informative and lunch with wine was the best! Had a lovely group of people too which made it such a good day! Highly recommend”
Douro Valley day trip from Porto with port tastings, scenic river cruise, and a choice of lunch dishes, plus optional hotel transport.
“Our guide Igor was very informative and kept the atmosphere high energy. Plenty of wine was had. Learned a lot about port wines”
Porto food and wine in 3-4 hours, from Pastel de Nata to codfish cakes and Port. Small group, local stops, serious value.
“Beatriz was wonderful! She was so sweet, personable, engaging and knowledgeable. Her passion for food was palpable. At the end of the tour, she asked for suggestions. I mentioned perhaps switching the order of the dishes. She was very receptive and thanked me. She even waited with me for my Uber!”
Porto craft beer tour with 7 tastings and 3 food pairings across local spots, ending at Catraio, all in a small English group.
“We had a fantastic tour. We had a wonderful time learning about the town of Porto and the history of craft beer in the city. There were only 4 people on the tour so everyone had a great time getting to know each other while enjoying beers all over the city. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys beer!”
A small-boat Douro cruise in Porto and Gaia with 3 Port-style tastings, a local guide, and views from the iconic bridges.
“The trip was excellent because the hosts were genuinely knowledgeable and passionate, they inspired confidence even on a choppy, drizzly day, and they helped our group to bond very quickly. None of us wanted to get off when we got back to the marina! Plenty of wines to sample and great snacks too. The lunch recommendation afterwards - Casa Guedes rooftop - was perfect.”
Porto wine cellar visit plus five tastings and Portuguese tapas on a guided walk through Ribeira, learning how to taste Port well.
“I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a wine tour in Porto, it was truly unforgettable, largely thanks to our exceptional tour guide, Mariana From the moment we met her, it was clear that Mariana was not only knowledgeable but also incredibly passionate about the wines of the Douro Valley. Her ability to share captivating stories about the region's history and the winemaking process brought the experience to life. Mariana's warmth and engaging personality made the day even more enjoyable. She created a relaxed atmosphere that encouraged questions and conversations, allowing us to feel involved and connected. I not only felt more knowledgeable about Port wine but also had a…”
Burmester Cellar Tour in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto. Learn Port production, taste 2-3 styles, and add chocolate in premium options.
“Nice tour but the party was around 50 people which was too big. You could also hear the party behind talking and so hearing your guide was sometimes difficult.”
Porto to Douro Valley and Amarante in one day, with Port tastings, a private river cruise with tapas, and São Gonçalo pastry.
“Manuel the guide was the best, he is very knowledgeable and very enthusiastic. Highly recommend this tour.”
Small-group Douro Valley day from Porto with two wine estates, vineyard lunch in Pinhão, and a one-hour boat ride.
“Well organized day with several different interesting experiences including several wine tastings with understandable explanations of the different wines and processes plus beautiful scenery”
