Step inside the world's oldest port wine cellar, sip on some of its finest products and taste delicious traditional food.
Ages
4+
Duration
4 hours
Departs
Tue-Sat 10:00 am, 10:30 am
Highlights
Make an exclusive visit to the world’s oldest functioning port wine cellar, where you’ll enjoy an unforgettable tasting flight 🍷
Escape the typical tourist paths as you discover authentic neighborhood restaurants and unique food shops nestled in the backstreets of scenic Vila Nova de Gaia.
Experience the exotic taste of Portuguese favorites like sardine croquettes and black eyed pea salad 🥗
Indulge in a freshly made Francesinha sandwich and many other local delights, perfectly complemented by local wines and beer.
Learn all about Portuguese culture while you listen to your fun and engaging local guide
Tour Description
Join us on an exclusive wine tasting and food tour in Porto’s renowned wine district, Vila Nova de Gaia. Be guided through a Port wine tasting where you’ll taste 4 different varieties in the world’s oldest functioning port wine cellar.
It’s more than just a historic wine cellar that you’ll experience: we’ll also introduce you to the diverse and delicious cuisine of Porto. You’ll explore 5 off-the-beaten-path food shops and visit authentic neighborhood restaurants. Meet passionate local owners and indulge in classic Portuguese dishes made with love. Savor a freshly made Francesinha sandwich and many other local favorites while sipping on more local wines and beer!
Note: itinerary & tastings subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, departure time or local holidays. Regardless, your experience will be unforgettable!
Dietary Information
Vegetarian-Friendly Tours but vegan, gluten-free, or kosher options may be limited. Please share dietary restrictions upon booking for best accommodation. Note that tastings outside those catered for your needs are at your own risk. The company assumes no responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances. Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies cannot participate in this activity for their safety.
Why Eat with Us?
Expert Local Guides: Fun, knowledgeable, and English-fluent Porto locals.
Porto’s Hidden Gems: Enjoy exclusive access to local favorites where you’re treated like family.
Culinary Diversity: Taste a variety of delicious dishes, and hear the stories behind the food.
Cultural Immersion: See Porto through the eyes of a local.
Established Expertise: Since 2011, simply the best food tours in Porto!
"We had such a wonderful experience on this Port Wine tour! We appreciated the obvious thought and research that went into the entire itinerary. Each stop was unique and truly felt like a local experience versus a typical tourist attraction.
" — Kate | Tripadvisor
Please note that the items above are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Offerings may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Meeting Point
Jardim do Morro Vila Nova de Gaia 4430-210
Your guide will be waiting for you and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag on top of the hill, in the center of Jardim do Morro
What people are saying
5.0
★★★★★
If you're visiting Porto and want to experience the city like a true local, book a food tour with Ribs—you won’t regret it! From the moment we met him, Ribs made us feel like old friends. He’s warm, personable, and passionate about his city, which shines through in every stop and story he shares.
This wasn’t just a food tour; it was a deep dive into Porto’s culture, history, and identity through its cuisine. Ribs took us to hidden gems and authentic spots where locals actually go—places we would have never found on our own. At each stop, he explained not just what we were eating, but why it mattered—how certain dishes came to be, what they meant to the people of Porto, and how they fit into the region’s history.
He also went above and beyond to accommodate a gluten allergy, making sure every stop had a safe and delicious alternative without compromising the experience. It was clear he had planned ahead and genuinely cared about making everyone feel included and comfortable.
Every bite was delicious, and every moment felt genuine and thoughtfully curated. We left the tour full (literally and figuratively!)—with happy stomachs, new knowledge, and a stronger connection to the city.
Highly recommended—thank you, Ribs, for an unforgettable experience!
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Angela Walsh
6/06/2025
We had a great time with Diogo, who gave us a history, food, and drink tour all in one. Is there a better way to experience Porto and Portugal? I don’t think so. I strongly recommend Diogo for any visitors to the beautiful city of Porto.
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Ed Hom
6/06/2025
Local people + local food! We like the experience. Thank you, Ribs - a passion for a city meets a very lovely tour guide. We enjoyed our tour. Visiting places we would just pass without any notice, and learning about local food and habits. Our second food tour - not a last one :)
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Vera Danneberg
6/06/2025
Amazing. We did both the food tour in Lisbon and Porto and both of them were amazing! With the preference of food between the two cities not being discussed (*cough Porto was amazing*) both tour guides were beyond amazing. (Carlos and ribs). You guys clearly love the country you live in and it shows. By the end of the tour it felt like we knew both tour guides for years. They were very personable and shared a ton of history, personal stories, and laughs. Thank you for focusing on quality over quantity!
We will definitely be a repeat customer across our travels.
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Jeff G
6/06/2025
Diogo was fantastic. Super friendly and knowledgeable. We had a blast at each and every stop. Loved the local atmosphere.
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Scott Richardson
6/06/2025
Great tour!! “G” was awesome! The eating and drinking stops were perfect and delish, especially the port winery! He was so knowledgable and had interesting stories!! We enjoyed our tour, such a fun highlight of porto/gaia! Totally recommend!!
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Kristi Helfrick
5/30/2025
Great Porto food and wine tour We did this tour in May 2025 with Diogo, who was endlessly knowledgeable and entertaining. The highlight was the port winery tasting in the beautiful tasting room. Highly recommended!
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Justin K
5/20/2025
Leanora also known as Leo, was an excellent guide and explained many customs as well as the history in an interesting and delightful manner. She led us through the typical Portuguese food menu, not the expensive touristy menu. We thoroughly enjoyed it as did the other members of our party. Leo was always patient and helpful as well as extremely knowledgeable. Her thorough explanation of how port is made, stored and defined was not only extremely interesting, but highly educational. Our port tasting went extremely well and coincided with her detailed explanations.
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Kenneth Aydt
5/16/2025
Excellent tour guide Leo was a charming and knowledgeable tour guide. Unfortunately I fell ill the day of the tour and she worked hard to ensure there was food I could enjoy. She generously shared her knowledge of Portuguese wine, port, and cuisine and provided recommendations on other places to enjoy. Book with Leo and you will not be disappointed!
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Kenneth A
5/14/2025
Diogo did an excellent job of sharing Porto history along with the food tasting stops! We had a small group(7) and enjoyed the camaraderie and easy pace.
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Kathy Thornton
5/11/2025
This tour was literally the best I have ever had! Amazing guide with "G" sharing his love of the area, amazing food, wine and experiences and overall. If you have time to do only 1 thing in Porto or Gaia, do this tour!
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Tiffany Kleemann
5/09/2025
Diogo was really friendly and informative. He took us to bars and restaurants we would never have found by ourselves and explained the culture and history of Porto with charm and humour. The Port cellar tour specifically is great for an authentic Portuguese experience. Highly recommended.
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Rhiannon Froment
5/02/2025
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My favourite foods are a tender grilled octopus or just bread with olive oil
You can’t judge Portuguese food by the looks, it's not meant to look good but to taste amazing!
Sara
Born and raised in Portugal, always lived in the north of the country
My favorite food is the Portuguese fish stew!
he best places to eat aren't the fanciest or the touristy. Take your time to enjoy the meal: don't rush it!
Gonçalo
Born and raised in the city center of Porto!
My favorite dish is the one and only Duck Rice!
Portuguese gastronomy is more than francesinha! Come visit us for more than that!
Diogo
Born and raised, in the city of Porto!
If you ask what is my favorite food, there is just one answer - Francesinha!
My passions are strolling around the city, eating the city's lovely food, and learning about new cultures, and what better way to learn them than hearing what your culture is all about?
Leonor
My name is Leonor and I was born and raised in Porto.
My favorite food is the incredible Bacalhau com Natas.
What I enjoy the most is to get lost in the typical neighborhoods of the city and find quiet places to read, listen to music and, of course, have a beer and some tasteful, typical, local food!
Diogo RIbs
I'm born and raised in Porto.
My favourite dish is Arroz de Cabidela.
I believe that the relationship we have with food in Portugal is more than just eating. It's a passage of our families' history and heritage to others!
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Due to extremely strict time slots for entry into attractions and for food preparation, both in-person & virtual/online, we recommend you show up 15 minutes before the scheduled starting time of the tour or experience. Our group tours begin & depart precisely at the scheduled tour or experience start time. If you show up late or cannot find the meeting point, for any reason, refund requests are not honored per policy. If you are having a hard time arriving on time we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible so we can do everything in our power to assist you with arriving at the meeting point at the scheduled time or reschedule to the next available tour.
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