--- title: Porto:Exciting 6 Bridges Speedboat Tour-Small Group and Port Wine lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/porto/tours/porto-exciting-6-bridges-speedboat-tour-small-group-and-port-wine/ type: tour city: Porto country: Portugal price: 36 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.72 reviews: 43 duration_minutes: 45 languages: [pt, en, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Speed, max ten, {duration} rank_in_category: 13 of 15 (Small-Group Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-15 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/porto/tours/porto-exciting-6-bridges-speedboat-tour-small-group-and-port-wine/ --- # Porto:Exciting 6 Bridges Speedboat Tour-Small Group and Port Wine ## Overview Experience Porto like never before on our 45-minute 6 Bridges Speedboat Tour. Depart Douro Marina and rocket past all six legendary bridges — mighty Arrábida, elegant Dom Luís I, Infante D. Henrique and more — in powerful speedboats limited to 10 guests for pure adrenaline. Hold tight as skipper maneuvers bring you splash-close to Ribeira's vibrant houses, Gaia wine cellars and cruise terminal. Snap unbeatable photos from dynamic angles impossible on slow boats. Accelerate to Douro estuary for sea breeze, Foz do Douro sights and optional ocean spins. Ideal for adventure families (kids 10+), groups or anyone craving a quick high-energy Porto hit before lunch/sightseeing. Unlike 1h+ cruises, get the full river rush in half the time! Full safety briefing, lifejackets, insurance provided. Experienced crew ensures excitement safely. ## Key facts - Price: from €36 per person - Duration: 45m - Rating: 4.72/5 from 43 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: BBDouro ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Start Times | €36 / person | Spanish, Portuguese, English | - | | Sunset | €36 / person | Spanish, Portuguese, English | - | ## What's included - Pro Crew - Insurance - Safety Gear ## Itinerary 1. **Douro River** (1m) - During the tour, you will have the opportunity to visit the most emblematic areas of both cities, from the sea. Some of the iconic elements you will view are the Wine Caves, the Ouro Street, Clerics Church, the Rabelo Boats (used to carry the wine barrels from the north of... 2. **Douro Marina** (1m; admission included) - opened to public in February 2012. Altogether, the work corresponded to an investment of 8.5 million euros, 2.5 million of which were allocated to floating equipment. The dock has the capacity to accommodate 300 vessels, up to 20 meters. The port has an area for boat repair... 3. **Centro Interpretativo do Patrimonio da Afurada** (1m) - Afurada is situated on the edge of the river Douro, almost next to the mouth and has an area of 6.500 inhabitants. Its first inhabitants were dedicated to fishing, being the same the almost and only economic activity. 4. **Ponte da Arrabida** (1m) - The Arrábida Bridge is an arch bridge over the Douro River that connects Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia. Since the 1930s, it was necessary to create alternative connections to the old bridges (D. Maria Pia and Luís I bridges) in order to respond to the increasing flow of traffic.... 5. **Museu do Carro Electrico** (1m) - Founded in 1992, with the aim of preserving and displaying a large collection of electric cars and other vehicles, with great historical and heritage value, the Tram Museum provides visitors the possibility of getting to know up close the history and development of public... 6. **Igreja da Confraria das Almas do Corpo Santo de Massarelos** (1m) - It was built in 1776 and is divided in three parts, by pilasters: in the central part, a gate with a broken pediment, with a niche in which we can see the image of the patron saint, S. Pedro Gonçalves Telmo, and two columns topped with Corinthian capitals. At the top, two... 7. **Alfandega Porto Congress Centre** (1m) - Built in the second half of the 19th century, the New Customs building was designed by the French architect Jean Colson, following the strong mercantile dynamism that then characterized Oporto, centered on the banks of the Douro. The New Customs Building is then inaugurated,... 8. **Passeio das Virtudes** (1m) - The Virtudes Municipal Park is located in what used to be the “Companhia Hortícola Portuense”. Designed by José Marques Loureiro (1830-1898), it was bought in 1965 by Porto City Hall and renovated in 1998. One of the peculiarities of this garden is that it is vertical, in... 9. **Torre dos Clerigos** (1m) - Designed by the Italian architect Nicolau Nasoni, the Clérigos Tower is more than 75 meters long and was completed in 1763. Initially its function was to be a bell tower, but over the years it has also been used as an orientation point for boats, as well as a strategic point... 10. **Cais De Gaia** (1m) - Vila Nova de Gaia waterfront has been an important shipyard and trading post since the 18th century. The Gaia Quay is famous for Port Wine, since it was here, for centuries, that the river port was located, from where various goods were exported and imported. The Rabelo boats... 11. **Barcos rabelos** (10m) - Rabelo boats are typical from Douro River. For decades they transported the famous Port Wine between the remote wine region and the cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. Since there were no roads or railways, the producing farms had only the river as a means of transporting the... 12. **Ribeira** (1m) - The Ribeira is one of the oldest, most popular and typical places in the city. It is part of the Historical Center of Porto, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site of medieval origin. It has always been an area of much commerce and movement of people, due to the proximity of... 13. **Episcopal Diocese of Porto** (1m) - The Paço Episcopal of Porto is the former residence of the bishops of Porto. It is adjacent to the Cathedral of Porto and due to its elevated position, it dominates the landscape of Porto's historical center. It’s classified as a National Monument since 1910. 14. **Dom Luis I Bridge** (10m) - Luís I bridge is the main connection between Porto and the neighbouring city of Vila Nova de Gaia. Made of metal, the bridge measures approximately 395 meters long and 8 meters wide, and is divided into two decks connecting both the upper and lower parts of the city. The man... 15. **Miradouro Serra Do Pilar** (1m) - The Serra do Pilar Monastery is an austere 17th century church that has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996. The church, classified as a National Monument, stands out for its circular floor plan, covered by an imposing hemispherical vault, surrounded by a... 16. **Jardins do Palacio de Cristal** (1m) - Its construction began in 1861 and was inaugurated on 18th September 1865 by King D. Luís. The original Palácio de Cristal (Crystal Palace) was demolished in 1951 to make way for the Sports Pavilion, today’s Super Bock Arena. The Crystal Palace, designed by the English... 17. **Reserva Natural Estuario do Douro** (1m) - With 66.35 hectares, the Local Nature Reserve of the Douro Estuary is on the south bank of the river mouth, near the fishing village of Afurada and includes Cabedelo and São Paio Bay. Among the natural values it protects, the highlight goes to the birds that live here or pass... 18. **Jardim do Passeio Alegre** (1m) - The Passeio Alegre Garden was designed in the late 19th century and is classified as a Public Interest Property. It was designed by the architect Émile David, who is also the architect of the Crystal Palace Gardens. It is a space rich in flora, and many of the trees here are... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 9 start times between 10:00 and 19:45 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - 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 BBDouro – Rua da Praia, Douro Marina Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia MEETING POINT When arriving at Douro Marina, wait at pier D gate for one of the skippers, identified with BBDouro equipment, to make your check-in and accompany you to the boat. ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - OTHER INFORMATIONS: Minimum age - 10 years old. ## How it compares in Small-Group Tours Ranked **#13 of 15** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). 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