Clerigos Tower
The Clerigos Tower is the bell tower of the Clerigos Church, one of the most recognizable landmarks in Porto. The climb up the 240 steps is a paid ticket at a modest price.
Walking tour in Porto
Porto Free Walking Tour
The Hi Porto Free Walking Tour starts at the Fonte dos Leoes fountain in front of the university and walks downhill through the historic center to the riverfront. Groups are limited to 20 guests. Tours run daily at 11:00 and 15:30 in English and Spanish. Budget travelers book the morning tour, walk downhill with the guide, and spend the afternoon crossing to Vila Nova de Gaia for port wine tasting.
Practical
Who runs it
- Operator
- Hi Porto Walking Tours
The route
Where it stops
Each stop is free to stand in front of, whatever the tour costs.
Sao Bento Railway Station
Sao Bento is Porto's central railway station, famous for the 20,000 azulejo tiles covering the main hall. Free to enter.
Ribeira District
Ribeira is Porto's UNESCO-listed riverfront district, a cascade of colorful houses tumbling down to the Douro. Free to wander.
Dom Luis I Bridge
The Dom Luis I Bridge is a double-deck iron arch bridge spanning the Douro between Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia. Free to cross on both levels.
Everything else Porto costs.
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