Top Porto Dining Experiences

Spend the day exploring Portugal’s famed Douro Valley on this guided excursion. Enjoy experiences that include touring the valley in a comfortable vehicle, enjoying a cruise on the Douro River, savoring a delicious lunch and wine pairing, and tasting a variety of reds and whites at a small, family-owned winery.

Live an unforgettable evening in the heart of Porto with a special dinner accompanied by a Fado show and traditional Portuguese music. The RC Restaurant, founded in 1894 and located in a building classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, offers the perfect setting for immersion in Portuguese culture and gastronomy. The Fado and traditional music show begins at 21:00 and takes place throughout the night, with brilliant performers who give voice to the Portuguese soul. Taste a carefully prepared menu with typical entries, chosen main dishes and delicious desserts, representing the best of traditional Portuguese cuisine. The experience is ideal for those who want to live the true spirit of Porto, combining music, tradition and authentic flavors in a unique and welcoming environment.

Discover the essence of Portuguese cuisine with hands-on cooking experiences in Porto city center. Whether you’re a passionate home cook or a curious traveler, our sessions are designed to bring people together around the table, where the best memories are made.

This workshop will be accompanied by good conversation, good music and fun. In the end, you will be able to shine with your friends and family. For families with children, a private workshop can be scheduled. Special conditions for groups of 10 or more people.

Skip the tourist menus. This is how Porto actually eats. Join a small group (max 6–8) and explore traditional tascos (local taverns), where recipes, prices, and habits are still shaped by the people who live here not by trends. Most food tours focus on what visitors expect but we focus on what’s actually here. That means places that existed before tourism, food people still eat in their daily lives and honest conversations about what’s changing in the city. No performances and no staged “authenticity.” Just the city as it is.

In Portugal, the musical tradition of fado is a cultural institution, so it’s a must-do experience when you’re in the country. This hassle-free Porto experience saves you the hassle of booking tickets and dinners separately and comes with a guide to help put the poignant singing into historical context.

This isn’t your typical Porto cooking class. Chef Filipe brings forgotten Portuguese recipes to life, using food to tell stories that span centuries—from Portugal’s Moorish heritage and Age of Discoveries to royal and convent kitchens. Cook in his family home, discover the fascinating history behind each dish, and then gather around the table with Filipe and his family to enjoy your meal with thoughtfully selected Portuguese wine pairings. It’s an intimate combination of hands-on cooking, storytelling, history and local connection that offers a deeper taste of Portuguese culture.

Join Porto’s #1 craziest and fastest-growing pub crawl — the best deal in town! Hit 4+ top bars and clubs, enjoy 9+ free drinks and shots, VIP entry, and wild drinking games. Meet 50+ people — only 2 nights a week, and it sells out fast. Book now!

Learn all about port wine and taste it in the place where it was named after during this wine-tasting experience in Porto. Ideal for travelers short on time, this express experience gives you a brief introduction to the history and legacy of port wine and includes multiple varietals to try alongside local snack pairings.

Admire the landscapes of Northern Portugal on a day trip from Porto to Régua by bus and boat. Begin your day with a scenic drive from Porto, watching as the landscape transforms from urban to rural and admiring the Douro Valley’s terraced vineyards. In Régua, hop onto a cruise boat, which will transport you back to Porto along the Douro River. Enjoy a traditional Portuguese lunch on board.

This is a unique opportunity to enjoy a homemade meal at the house of a local, pationate for hosting guests and cooking.

Unlike standard walking tours, this experience combines an expert-guided exploration of Porto with included skip-the-line entry to Livraria Lello, allowing you to enjoy one of the city's most iconic attractions without spending valuable time waiting in line. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll discover Porto's rich history, hidden stories, and architectural highlights while exploring its UNESCO-listed historic center. The experience concludes with priority access to Livraria Lello, where you'll learn about the bookstore's remarkable history and admire its breathtaking interior. With small groups, engaging storytelling, and a carefully planned itinerary, this tour offers a seamless and enriching way to experience both Porto's historic heart and its most famous bookstore in a single visit.

Booking THE PORTO ESSENTIALS Wine & Food Tour with Pedro & o Vinho will allow you to discover the secrets behind Portuguese wines & food and how this relation influences our culture, history and daily food habits. This tour will be guided by Pedro himself, a WSET level 2 wine lover who grew up in the Portuguese wine industry and dedicated half of their career to working and learning with some of Portugal's most recognized wine producers. Pedro is passionate about studying the Portuguese wine & food culture and how this liquid jewel influences the perception of values, tastings and flavours from Portugal`s food scene. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to travel through Porto's history and culture, taste traditional and daily finger food, why Pedro presented them on the menu and how these dishes are the perfect pairing with specific wines or beers. As we said in Portugal, the best friendships are born seated at a table, sharing comfort food and a glass of wine!

Cook a full traditional Portuguese meal in Porto from scratch, including appetizers, a main dish, and homemade Pastel de Nata. Enjoy an intimate, hands-on experience in Jorge and Isabel’s plant-filled home with expert step-by-step guidance. Upgrade with a market-to-table tour, sourcing fresh ingredients from one of Porto’s top fish and produce markets. Perfect for food lovers seeking authentic Portuguese flavors, local stories, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere in Porto.

Take a full-day food and wine tour through Portugal’s scenic Douro Valley. Avoid the hassle of planning and driving and let your driver-guide chauffeur you between local wineries—where you’ll sample both wine and Port—and an olive oil museum, where you can taste locally-produced almonds, honey, and bread along with regional oils. Experience the winding Douro River on an optional cruise in the picturesque town of Pinhão.

The Douro Valley’s landscapes are replete with vineyards and bounteous produce: sip and sample the best of the region’s culinary offerings on this full-day tour from Porto. Alongside your guide, visit wine estates and spectacular viewpoints. See, too, the beauty of the Douro River during a boat ride and enjoy lunch in a typical Portuguese restaurant.

This dinner allows you to travel around the country, present and past, understand how some ingredients, flavors and dishes appeared in Portuguese cuisine, pair dishes with wines, enhancing flavors, enjoy a friendly and attentive host capable of making a dinner an unforgettable experience.

This Porto cooking class combines eating a 3-course meal with an activity where you can actually learn to make a Portuguese meal from a traditional chef from the area. Once you make your meal, enjoy it with wine, tea, or coffee. You can also upgrade to add a market visit beforehand where you learn how to pick out local ingredients.

Create your own souvenir to remember your time in Porto during this watercolor workshop. Join a small group and learn how to manipulate the paints to create your very own artwork. Your teacher shows you the techniques used to make a beautiful painting and assists you while you paint the Porto landscape.

Although small in size, Portugal has a rich and varied gastronomy, based on the Mediterranean diet but with several influences. In this Cooking Class you will learn to prepare traditional Portuguese dishes based upon typical recipes. Menus are always seasonal and incorporate local products wherever possible.You will prepare and enjoy a four course meal: appetizer, soup, main course and dessert. After the class you can enjoy a well deserved meal with the dishes you prepared, paired with different Portuguese wines. Take home the memories of the city and prepare a Typically Portuguese Meal for your friends and family. - Hands-on cooking class by a local Chef instructor. - Wines from demarcated regions and beverages included. - Class is made up of 8 participants maximum - Family friendly.

Get a true taste of Porto on this private food tour with a local guide. Come hungry, and visit everything from local hot spots to hidden gems for a look into the authentic side of Porto. Stop for tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food. Sample some port wine, pasteis de nata, and more. All tastings are included with the price of your ticket.

Travel through the customs and traditions of Portuguese cuisine. North Coast between Douro & Vouga A four-stop journey through the Portuguese gastronomic culture that connects the Land and the Sea. A local experience about the customs and traditional Portuguese food of the North Coast of fishing and agricultural villages. Opportunity to buy the best fresh produce directly from local farmers and fishermen.

Ready to enjoy an outdoor Douro wine experience without travelling to the Douro Valley?
This unique experience takes place in the heart of Porto, at Fontainhas viewpoint, an authentic and scenic spot overlooking the Douro River. From this special setting, you’ll be guided through the essence of the Douro Valley — its river, landscape, people, wines, and gastronomy. Our local guide will bring the region to life through engaging stories and insights, shared in a warm and friendly way that truly transports you to the Douro. You’ll then enjoy a magical wine tasting experience, featuring four Douro wines, perfectly paired with traditional local products from the Douro region. A relaxed, flavourful, and unforgettable moment to savour and remember. If you enjoy authentic, alternative experiences and love being pleasantly surprised, this experience is made for you. Join us!