TOURS IN PORTO

Located next to the mouth of the Duoro River in the north of Portugal, Porto is the second largest city in the country. It has 15 freguesias, equivalent to neighborhoods or parishes, and is known for its churches, trams and wine of the same name, since it houses several wineries on the banks of the Douro River. It is a port and dynamic city, that offers a vibrant nightlife thanks to the countless students who live there. Porto has an extensive historical heritage and in 1996, its historic center was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

In Porto, we will find architectural examples from different periods, we point out Baroque and contemporary architecture. A beautiful example is the House of Music by Rem Koolhas. Alvaro Siza, author of the project of the Faculty of Architecture of Porto and Eduardo Souto de Moura, author of Casa Nevogilde and the subway station Casa de la Música, as well as works, they also have their studies in the city. Even, the reconstructed works of the architect Artur Andrade, such as the Teatro Rivoli or the Antiguo Cine Batalha.

Enjoy our tours in Porto focused on architecture and urbanism, perfect for architecture lovers, experts and professionals but also for groups and student trips, in one of the cities with the quietest streets in Europe and with a magnificent landscape that offers the contrast of the calm waters of the Douro with the high and old houses of its shore.

Enjoy with Artchitectours guided tours around the world, accompanied by one of our professional architects-guides who will be with you throughout the route. Our itineraries, personalized tours and guided tours of architecture and design are meticulously planned to adapt to each group in particular, from the assignment of the appropriate architect-guide, to the rest stops, the type of transport, and more.

TOURS IN PORTO