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Porto Guided Walking Tour: Lello Library, River Cruise & Cable Car

Lello Library's ornate staircase surrounded by books in Porto, Portugal.
Tourist enjoying a river cruise with views of Porto's historic Ribeira district and Dom Luís I Bridge.
Tourist in cable car with guide overlooking Porto cityscape during walking tour.
Aerial view of Cais de Gaia, Porto, showcasing the Douro River and traditional Portuguese architecture.

Duration

4 hrs

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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    • Discover Porto’s charm on a guided walking tour covering top landmarks like the Cathedral and Clérigos Tower. Your local guide will share cultural insights and hidden gems along the way.

    • Visit Livraria Lello, often ranked among the world’s most beautiful bookstores. Step inside this gem, famed for its grand staircase and rumored inspiration for Harry Potter.

    • Enjoy a scenic ride on the Gaia Cable Car with panoramic views over Porto and the Douro River. A relaxing way to take in the rooftops, river, and iconic Ribeira district from above.

    • Cruise down the Douro River on a traditional boat, passing under Porto’s six bridges. See the city from a new angle while gliding past Ribeira and Vila Nova de Gaia’s wine cellars.

    • Perfect for first-time visitors who want to see Porto’s highlights in one easy, well-paced day. This combination ticket saves time and planning—just meet your guide and experience the best of Porto.

    • Guided walking tour of Porto
    • Tickets to enter Livraria Lello
    • Ticket to cable car
    • River cruise along the Douro River
    • Professional guide in English, Portuguese, or Spanish (based on option selected)
    • Food and drinks
    • Hotel pick-up
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • What to bring

    • Prepare for cobblestone streets and steep inclines—wear sturdy walking shoes.
    • Bring weather-appropriate clothing; parts of the tour are fully outdoors.

    What’s not allowed

    • Large bags or bulky backpacks are not permitted inside Livraria Lello.
    • Outside food and drinks are not allowed on the Douro River cruise boat.

    Accessibility

    • The walking tour involves uneven paths and steps; it is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The Gaia Cable Car is wheelchair-accessible, but embarkation points may vary.

    Additional information

    • Livraria Lello often gets crowded; your guide will manage entry time accordingly.
    • The tour ends in a different location from the starting point—plan transport ahead.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide at R. de Azevedo de Albuquerque 1.

    • Address: R. de Azevedo de Albuquerque 1, 4050-629 Porto, Portugal .

    Get directions to the meeting point

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