Private tour in Porto Ricardo M

Walking Through the main highlights in Porto, Morning or Afternoon Private Tour.

4.8

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Ricardo M.

4.8

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It's always a pleasure to show my old contemporary city of Porto, that I love and know every corner like the back of my hand. I'm fluent in English (US), please take a minute to read my reviews, they picture me best. I'm not your typical local guide, I always have a special inside to provide. I lived and study in Porto all my life. I'm a Clinical Psychologist. I enjoy very much doing tours in my beautiful City of Porto, as well as the North of Portugal. The best part of traveling is really getting to know a place with someone who lives there. With me you are guaranteed to have the best local experience and a real sense what Portuguese people are all about, in a easy, relax and fun way. We will explore the best sites and the historical and touristic places. In my tours I also like to show some hidden gems, that you won't find in any travel book. I never do two tours alike, there's always something unique to make it SPECIAL. My tours are PRIVATE, and done on a PERSONAL level! You will always have my full attention. Tours can be all personalized, according to your wishes and preferences. I only do tours for ToursByLocals. com and always adapt the tours to suit the interests and preferences of the travelers. I'm also available to offer a multi-days itineraries, in the North and Center of Portugal. I am not a licensed guide and will not be able to guide you inside of the historical monuments.

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Overview of your Porto tour

Come join me in this tour of downtown Porto, known for its bridges, history, architecture and port wine production, where you will discover the real city! We will walk on the ancient streets of the typical neighbourhoods of the city. Allow me to show you the authentic places among the local friendly people from Porto, with a taste of the typical food and drinks for those flavours you will not forget. Always with the highlights of the city, as a main driver of the tour and all the must sees of the city. Let me show you what makes Porto unique and an award winning city! *This Tour is flexible and will adapt to your preferences.

Recent Reviews

Kali A.United States
November 2025

We loved our walking tour with Ricardo. This was the first tour we did upon arriving in Porto and it was definitely the best way to start. We did visit the cathedral with him and he gave us time to explore it during our tour. He then recommended which sites would be most interesting to us to visit the next day - even provided some shopping and dining recommendations. He is clearly very proud of his city and it was nice to be guided by someone who truly enjoys their hometown. His English was perfect making him extremely easy to understand. We would highly recommend him as a guide!

Barbara M.United States
October 2025

Fabulous introduction to Porto! Ricardo was a treasure of knowledge and shared with us his suggestions for a great visit. He also steered us to a marvelous restaurant for dinner after our tour as well as encouraging us to reach out to him if we had any questions while in Porto. Once again, Tours by Locals exceeded expectations!

Susan R.United States
October 2025

If it’s Tuesday, it must be Porto. And our informative tour guide, Ricardo. What makes a great tour guide? One whose passion, knowledge and depth immerses you into the history, culture and customs of those who populated an ancient city-in our case Porto. Ricardo’s tour was fun and informative. He is a great ambassador for the city. Truly a memorable 3 hours with this colorful and thoughtful historian. So much more than a “tour guide.”

Brian H.United States
October 2025

Ricardo’s tour was a great first day introduction to Porto. Throughout our time together, he was warm and knowledgeable. We also appreciated how proud he was of his native city. Highly recommend.

Kristi C.United States
September 2025

Great day with Ricardo! He shared great history and architecture and sights and recommendations for shopping and dining. Highly recommend!

Mitchell R.United States
September 2025

Ricardo was an outstanding guide. He made the tour lively and fun, and he's deeply connected to this great city and its history.

Your Porto tour itinerary

The itinerary is very flexible and will adapt to the travelers preferences. Some places we will visit are the inside of Sao Bento Train Station, walk the Aliados Avenue and see the City Hall from the outside. Visiting the inside of Sé Cathedral. Walk the Dom Luis bridge over Douro river. See the outside of Sao Joao Theatre. Walk the oldest pedestrian and shopping street of Porto, Santa Catarina street. Experience the Majestic Cafe, one of the oldest coffee shops in Europe. Enter the local open market of Bolhao. Visit the famous Lello Book Store, considere one of the most beautiful book stores in the world. Claim the steps of Clérigos Tower, the tallest estruture of the city. Pass by the University of Porto main building. Walk the river Douro front side and the street of Ribeira, considere one of the most beautiful of world. Visit the inside of Henry the Navigator House. Visit the São Francisco Church. Possibility of a tour inside the Stock Exchange Palace. A visit to Taylors Port wine Celler, with tasting.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Public Transportation
Meeting location

Porto, Porto District, Portugal

Suggestion by Guide: Main Avenue "Avenida dos Aliados, Porto, Portugal." In front of the City Hall of Porto.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Architecture
City Highlights
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
374538
Languages
English
Portuguese
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

4.8

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This private tour in Porto is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's main highlights with a local guide. It's especially suitable for those interested in history, architecture, and local culture, as well as anyone who enjoys walking tours. Families with kids will find it friendly and accommodating.

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