Porto Historic Center: History, Culture & Food
If you’re visiting Porto, there’s a good chance the historic center will be among your first stops. The area earned UNESCO World Heritage status for its cultural importance, and it’s easy to see why. Quaint buildings, Medieval architecture, narrow streets, and the city’s traditional layout all give you a glimpse...
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Discovering Cachorrinho in Porto
Tucked inside crusty bread and grilled to perfection, the cachorrinho is Porto’s irresistible take on the classic hot dog. It’s a little smaller and spicier than a red hot you might get in the States, yet it’s packed with local flavor. In Porto, cachorrinho is a beloved street food that...
A Guide to Family Restaurants in Porto
Porto is one of the hottest tourist destinations in Europe, drawing families from all over the world to explore Portuguese cuisine and culture. This also means that Porto has an abundance of family restaurants to suit just about any taste. Finding the right ones to fit into your Porto food...
Navigating Healthy Food in Porto
If you’re trying to stay in shape and maintain a healthy diet, Porto has a lot to offer. Like many major European cities, they embrace a wide range of ethnic cuisines and foodways. Including some of the top healthy restaurants you’ll find in Portugal. From Asian restaurants like Sushi & Co...
Petiscos are to Porto what an amuse bouche is to the French or a Portuguese take on Spanish Tapas. They’re small plates and single flavorful bites made with such high-quality ingredients to become a true foodie experience. From tascas like Adega São Nicolau to tabernas like Tascö, there are plenty...
A Local’s Guide to Tascas in Porto
Portugal’s culinary heart beats strongest in its tascas, which are small, often family-run eateries where tradition, comfort, and flavor come together in every bite. These humble taverns serve home-style meals made with time-honored recipes, offering a delicious window into everyday Portuguese life. Whether you’re drawn in by the smell of...
An Essential Guide to Vegetarian Restaurants in Porto
Porto is a secret gem when it comes to finding some of the top vegetarian restaurants in Portugal. From coffee houses like Noshi Coffee to purely vegetarian restaurants like Vegana by Tentúgal, there are a lot of vegetarian options to fall in love with. With so many veggie-centric eateries, it...
A Culinary Guide to Special Occasion Restaurants in Porto
Whether it’s a wedding, an intimate dinner, or a celebration, Porto offers some of the finest restaurants for a special occasion in all of Portugal. From Grand Hotels with Michelin-starred restaurants like The Yeatman or Vila Foz to trendy wine bars like Vinum, you’ll find great eateries to fit any...
A Food Lover’s Guide to Desserts in Porto
As passionate as Porto natives are about port wines, bacalhau, and meat-heavy sandwiches, they’re also partial to a sweet treat on occasion. If you’ve ever joined my Porto food experiences, you probably noticed that many popular Porto desserts are variations of confections from other corners of Europe. While the Portuguese...
Eating Europe Tours
Porto: Exclusive Food & Port Wine Tasting Tour
A culinary walking tour of Porto’s authentic Vila Nova de Gaia neighborhood, with a visit to the world's oldest port wine cellar, port wine tastings and traditional delicious food.
- Mon-Sat
- 3.5 Hours
- Small Group
Twilight Porto: Food & Local Wine Tour
A traditional Portuguese dinner that takes you all over the city!
- Daily
- 3.5 Hours
- Small Group
Already traveling in a large group or want something different? All our tours can be taken privately or we can create a tour just for you!
- Private tour
