--- title: "Eat Porto Like a Local: The Ultimate Full-Meal Food Tour" lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/porto/tours/eat-porto-like-a-local-the-ultimate-full-meal-food-tour/ type: tour city: Porto country: Portugal price: 58 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.91 reviews: 568 duration_minutes: 210 languages: [pt, en] free_cancellation: "true" schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/eat-porto-like-a-local-the-ultimate-full-meal-food-tour/ --- # Eat Porto Like a Local: The Ultimate Full-Meal Food Tour **Guidekin's take:** A walking food tour that adds up to a full meal across at least four stops in the historic centre, with fixed alcoholic drinks for adults and a local guide explaining each kitchen. Tastings shift with the season and the guide may switch between two languages. 4.91 from 568 reviews at €58 per person for 3h 30m. ## Overview Do Eat Better Experience Porto Food Tour is a walking food tour around the historical center of the city. You will be guided by a Local Expert who's able to explain every detail of the restaurants, their preparations, and any other relevant curiosity. At the end of the tour you will have eaten the equivalent of a full meal in at least 4 stops and all food and drinks described are included. These tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way for showing local culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend. This is the reason why we accept small groups only: we want to focus on a genuine exchange and give to each tourist the highest attention possible. Our food tour in Porto is a walking tour in stops, we are going to stop in at least 4 different venues and taste the best typical dishes along with drinks of Porto! You are going to be guided by a local food expert, who will tell you curiosities about the local cuisine. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please, - Starts 11:00, 17:00, 18:00: 3 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €43: ages 6 to 10 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €58 per person for the Deal of the year option; other options up to €79 - Duration: 3h 30m - Rating: 4.91/5 from 568 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Operator: Do Eat Better Experience - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Portuguese, English - Start times: 11:00, 17:00, 18:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.91 from 568 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 557 of 568. - 5 stars: 539 (95%) - 4 stars: 18 (3%) - 3 stars: 4 (1%) - 2 stars: 5 (1%) - 1 star: 2 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides and local food stops; some find the food selection poor value. **Praised:** - Engaging guides who connect local food with Porto's history and culture - Traditional dishes and local wines at a varied selection of stops - Market visits, custard tarts and port tastings are frequent highlights - A sociable introduction to Porto with useful restaurant recommendations **Complaints:** - Some struggle to hear the guide and follow the commentary - Some find the portions filling, while others want more food - Some enjoy the food selection, while others find it uninspired and poor value Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-05-13 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Deal of the year | €58 / person | English, Portuguese | Special Deal | | Taste of Porto: The Ultimate Full Meal Portuguese Food Tour | €79 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Portuguese | - | ## What's included - Water - English-speaking Local Tour Guide - Alcoholic drinks in fixed amounts are included (only for over 18-year-old guests) - This is an itinerant full meal. At the end of the tour, you will have eaten the equivalent of a full meal in at least 4 stops ## Not included - If you believe the Local Expert did a good job and you loved the food & drinks, consider giving them a Tip (it's not compulsory). - Any additional food and drink ## Itinerary 1. **Porto** (15m) - In a 3,5 hrs walking food tour you will dive into this world of culinary experiences, during which you will try only the best dishes in each eatery. Sipping a glass of local wine, you will be able to feel this unique lifestyle, based on hard work but also moments of pleasure,... 2. **You will start your food adventure near the Chapel of Souls, a famous chapel ...** (15m) - You will start your food adventure near the Chapel of Souls, a famous chapel well-known for its blue and white tiles on the outside, depicting scenes from Saints' lives. In a pastry shop nearby we will begin with a beloved Portuguese pastry: a delectable and iconic treat that... 3. **Mercado do Bolhao** (45m) - We will head to Bolhão Market, a neoclassic jewel and one of the most iconic buildings in town, dating back originally to 1937. Still nowadays the city market is a nevralgic point for the city's life, and it's perfectly integrated in one of the liveliest distrcts Here inside,... 4. **Avenida Dos Aliados** (45m) - Avenida dos Aliados is a big alley in the heart of Porto, famous for its city hall buildings and Art Noueveau palaces. It's definitely a must-see during your trip to Porto and we will pass by to head to our next stop, where you will enjoy a savory delight from Portuguese... 5. **Let's move towards Rua do Carmo, along which you can admire some of the most ...** (1h) - Let's move towards Rua do Carmo, along which you can admire some of the most beautiful landmarks of the city, such as the Lions' Fountain or the Igreja do Carmo, a stunning baroque church with blue and white tiles on the outside. And in a Tasca nearby - a local restaurant... 6. **Lisbon Square** (30m) - Port Wine is named after the city of Oporto, the second largest city in Portugal and a major port that historically exported Portuguese wines. Port wine is fortified with grape spirits and tastes complex and sweet. In alternative to the drink alone you may also the cocktail... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 11:00, 17:00, 18:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Please, meet your Local Expert for the Do Eat Better Experience Porto Food Tour in front of the entrance to the Chapel of Souls Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJX55xrvpkJA0RtYd3oxxfEhE Ends: Please, bear in mind that the end point may slightly change according to the availability of our partners. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Please, be aware that the guide may speak both English and Portuguese during the tour. - Please, bear in mind that the tastings here described may change according to the season and the availabilities of our partners. - Please, inform us of any dietary restriction before booking. - Tastings can be adjusted to cater vegetarian and pescatarian diets. Some gluten free options can be offered, as long as cross contamination is not a problem. - Please, notice that Porto is on a hill, so the itinerary won't be flat. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level. In case of any mobility issue, please contact us before booking. - Minimum drinking age is 18 years old. Non alcoholic options are available. - For safety reasons, guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies are unfortunately unable to participate in this experience ## More in Porto - All Porto tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/eat-porto-like-a-local-the-ultimate-full-meal-food-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/?format=md