The Significant Stroll - the walking tour in Porto
The historic centre of Porto was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996 for its beautifully preserved streets, colourful houses and picturesque old harbour. Some of the most emblematic places in this city are the Dom Luis I Bridge, Sao Bento Train Station, Clerigos Church, Palacio da Bolsa, San Francisco Church, the Cathedral, Arrabida Bridge and Bolhao Market. For culture lovers, there is the Casa da Musica Theatre, the Crystal Palace Gardens and the Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art. And don't miss Lello Bookshop, so magical that it appeared in the Harry Potter saga as the Flourish and Blotts bookshop!
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Walking Tour in Porto
What's included in The Significant Stroll - the walking tour in Porto
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Fonte dos Leoes
Our meeting point - look for the guide with the Touché Tours badge. This square is named after a famous mathematician, but it is the lions of its fountain that have made it famous. Legend has it this fountain was a source of inspiration for JK Rowling, the author of Harry Potter.
Igreja dos Carmelitas
They stand side by side, separated by a narrow house. The Carmo and Carmelitas churches seem to be one, but they have very different stories. Between these two churches lies the narrowest building in the city, which gives access to the bell tower. However, to get there, it is necessary to climb three floors and go over the dome of the Carmelite church.
Livraria Lello
Ah, Porto's Livraria Lello - the most beautiful bookshop in the world! The bookstore is one of Porto's most popular sights, and for good reason, with its sweeping staircases, endless bookshelves and stunning Art Nouveau decor. Legend has it that Livraria Lello was the inspiration for some of the famous Hogwarts scenes in Harry Potter. The story began when JK Rowling was an English teacher living in Porto and would visit the bookshop at weekends. It's easy to see how this story could be true. Admission fee (opcional): 8€
Inclusions
- Café + nata (the local custard pie)
- Admission fee to Porto's Livraria Lello (opcional): 8€
- Admission fee to Torre dos Clerigos (opcional): 8€
- Porto Cathedral (€3 - Entry Fee to Cloister and Treasury)
- Gratuities
- Admis. fee CityHall (optional AND under request 24h before): 2€ adults; free children under 12 y.o..
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- The Lions Fountain Square - less than 1 min from the "Harry Potter" Bookstore
End Points
- The tour ends at this scenic lookout: the square of this beautiful monastery in Gaia, on the south bank of Porto.
