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Dino Experience
Dino Experience Porto invites you to travel millions of years back in time and discover the fascinating world of prehistoric giants: the dinosaurs. Through 360º projections, virtual reality, metaverse experiences, interactive installations and artificial intelligence, this dinosaur exhibition in Porto transforms the past into a spectacular journey of light, sound and discovery, one you don’t want to miss. An immersive exhibition in Porto, perfect for families, children and curious minds looking for unique things to do in the city. After all, who doesn’t love dinosaurs? What is Dino Experience Porto? Dino Experience is an immersive exhibition where science and imagination come together. Visitors travel millions of years back in time through 360º projections, virtual reality, metaverse and artificial intelligence. The space is transformed into a powerful spectacle of light, sound and discovery. The exhibition is divided into different areas, each revealing a unique perspective on this lost world. From Jurassic seas to tropical forests, from fossil excavations to legendary creatures recreated through digital technology. 🦖 What awaits you in this dinosaur odyssey: Dinoverse – The Jurassic Odyssey – An epic journey through the world of dinosaurs in the metaverse; DinoAR – Inside the Giant – Explore the interior of a dinosaur through Virtual Reality; Dinosounds – Discover how dinosaurs might have sounded; The End of the Giants – Experience the moment of the meteor impact in an infinite room. And much more! Dino Experience is created and produced by the OCUBO studio, with scientific supervision from the Lourinhã Museum and support from the Museum of Natural History and Science of the University of Porto. Don’t miss this unforgettable adventure among prehistoric giants in Porto! When and where does Dino Experience Porto take place? Dino Experience is currently on display at Alfândega do Porto, from Tuesday to Sunday. How long does the visit last? There is no fixed duration for the visit, but to fully enjoy the immersive experience, we recommend allowing at least 1 hour and 30 minutes. Is it suitable for children, and from what age? If you’re wondering what to do in Porto with children, Dino Experience is an excellent choice. The exhibition is recommended for children aged 3 and over. However, as it is a visual, sensory and immersive experience, it has also welcomed families with younger children, including babies and children aged 1 and 2, who have shown curiosity and enjoyment throughout the visit. The final decision is always up to the accompanying adults.
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Food, Nightlife, Romantic, Small Group Tours, Wheelchair Accessible
Fado in Oporto Tour by Van
The Fado music embodies the essence of the Portuguese soul – it is feeling, heartbreak, the everyday, and the conquests; it is the expressed sentiment of "Saudade" to the sound of a Portuguese guitar. In this tour, you are invited to experience all of this in a fado show, accompanied b y a full traditional Portuguese dinner. Delight in delicious starters, a main dish (with options such as meat, codfish, octopus, or vegetarian), dessert, and local wines included. Your night will conclude with a serene ride through the streets and illuminated sights of Porto city. Furthermore, appreciate the comfort of our van and the convenience of the pick-up service from your hotel and drop off at a choice of 2 central locations, ensuring you can immerse yourself in the experience without any concerns. During the van tour with our knowledgeable local guide, you'll have the opportunity to delve deeper into the history and culture of the city, making this experience even more enriching. Multilingual guide English, Portuguese, Spanish Inclusions: Dinner Tickets Transport Important Info: Please be advised that until further notice admission to the monuments listed are not included, however you can purchase skip-the-line admission from your guide. Redeem Info: NONE - Voucherless. You don’t need to bring any voucher (digital or printed)!
Guided Tours, Private Tours
Old Town & Riverside Private Bike Tour
Cycle with a guide just for your group through the best areas of the city of Porto. You will get to know about the old neighbourhoods like Ribeira and Miragaia, protected by UNESCO, until you arrive at the sea in Foz. Allow yourself to discover another side of the city and learn about the intimate connection between the city, the river and the sea. Try and understand their importance on the economic growth of the city. This Porto riverside tour is ridden along the river starting in the city centre until the beach area. For the perfect finish you’ll pass through two of the most beautiful city parks of Porto. The route is mostly flat, so you can enjoy the ride through these beautiful sights without any major effort. Inclusions: Medical insurance Water Snack Helmet Bicylcle Exclusions: Gratuities Drop off at the hotel. Pick-up available from the hotel. Important Info: Minimum height: 150cm Pregnant women and people having some serious medical condition not allowed to join the activity. A deposit must be paid, by cash or card. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
Guided Tours
Discover Porto - Private Tour
Get to know Porto in the most comfortable and personal way, with your family or friends, accompanied by a guide in Spanish at your complete disposal to discover the most interesting corners of the city, book with us a private tour of the city of Porto. The guide will wait for you at your hotel, attraction or agreed place in the city center and will make an itinerary based on your tastes and preferences. We will discover Porto quietly walking according to your tastes and decisions, with time to take photos, buy souvenirs or even have lunch in a place according to your needs. It will be a unique walking tour in which our guide in Spanish will also tell you details and curiosities about local life in Porto. In our standard itinerary we will see the most important monuments and attractions in Porto: Praça de Gomes, National University, Igrejas do Carmo, Lello and Irmao Bookstore, Clérigos Tower, Victory Viewpoint, Portuguese Photography Center, Palace of Justice, Avenida dos Aliados, Estaçao de Sao Bento, Porto Cathedral… You are in charge of this tour: we can show you the most typical places in Porto, plan an alternative route based on your interests or adapt to your own itinerary. Inclusions: Guide Hotel pick-up and drop-off Exclusions: Drinks Meal Transport Tickets Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: PRINTED - Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.
History
Santiago Compostela and Valença do Minho Tour
Follow in the hallowed footsteps of pilgrims over the centuries with this day trip to Santiago de Compostela and Valença do Minho, two incredible medieval towns in Portugal and Northern Spain. Santiago de Compostela is the capital of Galicia, in Spain, famous for the shrine of St James the Great now housed in its magnificent cathedral. Head to Santiago de Compostela through the beautiful rural scenery. Enjoy some free time in this incredible city, a center of Catholic life for hundreds of years. You might like to attend the Pilgrim’s Mass, held daily at noon, where they name those pilgrims who have successfully reached Santiago de Compostela the previous day. There’s plenty of time to explore the magnificent Cathedral, the small winding streets of the center, and the beautiful old buildings. Continue your journey to the busy city of Valença do Minho, famous for its commerce and trading spirit. Roam the streets and witness the independent shops and stalls, selling artisanal products. Next, we’ll make our way to Valença’s Fortress, the highlight of this charming city. This 13th Century structure is a real treat, filled with bulwarked walls and moats to protect the town from invasions from the Spanish and French. Boasting impressive views, look out over the River Minho and across into Galicia.
Guided Tours
Porto Region Across The Ages Entry Ticket at WOW
Discover Porto and its incredible 1, 000 years of history, through an audio-visual immersive journey that tells the story of the region through the ages. Learn how the city of Porto gave its name to a nation, before projecting Portugal through global exploration and trade and more recently becoming a world wine capital. Dive into the city’s foundations, conquests, explorations, and setbacks, that have defined Portugal's identity. With features like a movie theater, video mapping displays, and a life-sized tram replica, this museum offers a dynamic exploration of the region's character and its people. It's a concentrated dose of vitality, energy, friendliness, and openness, revealing the essence of this remarkable region. Entertaining and educational, PRATA is an essential first stop for anyone wishing to understand the city, the surrounding area and its influence. Inclusions: Museum Tickets Exclusions: Meal Hotel pick-up and drop-off Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
Guided Tours, Private Tours
Braga Private Walking Tour
Come with us and visit one of the oldest cities in Portugal. Braga wonders with the charm of an ancient as well as modern city. The name stems from the Proto-Celtic word “Bracara”, home of the Bracari Celtic tribe, who lived in hillside forts known as the “Castro culture” until these were subdued by the Roman empire. The city itself was founded as “Bracara Augusta” in 20 BC, during the rule of Emperor Augustus, to later pass into Visigothic hands, when it played an important part in the Christianization of the Iberian Peninsula. During the Christian “Reconquista”, it was the spiritual center of Iberia, until the rise of Santiago de Compostela. The capital of the Minho region of Portugal is today a demonstration of the perfect blend of the beauty of Romanesque and Portuguese era in the architectural structure. Engage in the journey of an elegant town laced with ancient narrow lanes and a splendid array of baroque churches. We will take you to exploration from the Arch of the New Gate to the Convento dos Congregados Church. With this tour, you will get to know the turbulent historic stories surrounding this city! You will learn about: *Megalithic era; *Castro Culture; *Muslim conquest of Iberia; *House of Braganza; *Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte; *Peninsular Wars. You will see: *Arco da Porta Nova; *Episcopal Palace; *Braga Cathedral; *View of Treasure Museum; *São Marcos Church; *Convento dos Congregados Church. Languages English and Portuguese Inclusions: Guide Exclusions: Entrance fee Gratuities Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
Day Trips, Family Friendly, Food, Nightlife, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible
Wine Tour - Douro Valley
Being the first demarcated wine region in the world and having its landscape classified as UNESCO World Heritage defines this charming and unique region of the North of Portugal. During this tour, you will have the opportunity to taste the typical wines of the region while visiting two various wine estates. Savour the exquisite flavours of some of the world’s most elegant wines with a full-day tour of the Douro Valley. Discover different types of wine produced in this vast and beautiful river valley, where terraced vineyards and old stone cottages rise above the Douro River. Begin with a trip to one of the cellars, to sample the finest sparkling wines of the region where they have been produced since
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Guided Tours
The Wine Experience Entry Ticket & Tasting at WOW
Uncork your wine-expert potential at the largest single exhibit on wine in the world. Dedicated to both amateur and experienced wine enthusiasts alike, The Wine Experience aims to demystify wine for all. Join us on a voyage of discovery which explains how wine is made and how environment, climate and grape variety have a defining effect on wine. From root and vine to grape and glass, discover how various processes combine to make one of the most iconic beverages in the world. And from North to South, as well as the islands of Azores and Madeira, explore the richness and diversity of the wine-producing regions of Portugal. End your experience with a tasting session of 3 different wines. With the help of our Wine Experts, learn how to taste wine, and how to evaluate and understand its notes and main characteristics. An emblematic expression of culture, rooted in 7000 years of history and tradition, the Wine Experience at WOW is an exceptional journey that will leave you with increased knowledge and confidence in choosing wine, no matter the occasion! Inclusions: Tickets Museum Exclusions: Meal Hotel drop-off for selected hotels Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
Guided Tours, Museums, History
Planet Cork Entry Ticket at WOW
Step into the fascinating world of cork and discover its unique characteristics and enormous potential in the modern world: from cork stoppers, to architecture and from automotive engineering, to aerospace. Discover how cork forests support many different species of wildlife, insects and microorganisms beneficial to the planet, and how cork production is a rare example of a carbon negative industry. Admire the cork tree and its various locations around the world, and understand how Portugal became the largest production of cork on the planet, accounting for 50% global production and thousands of hectares of forest. From touch to smell, engage all your senses to understand every step of cork production. Learn how cork is grown and harvested before being transformed into a myriad of surprising and varied applications. Throw yourself into a world of the unknown, and even get the chance to create your own personalized cork stopper! Inclusions: Tickets Museum Exclusions: Meal Hotel pick-up and drop-off Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
Guided Tours
The Chocolate Story Entry Ticket at WOW
Embark on a sensory journey around the extraordinary world of chocolate. From cacao plantations to modern chocolate manufacturing processes, see, taste and smell the history of chocolate and its transformation from bean to bar. Travel 5, 000 years and discover the origins of cacao as a sacred drink from the gods in Central America. Then, follow its path to Europe, moving from liquid cacao to the chocolate we know and love today. Throughout this interactive experience, learn about cocoa farming and the entire production process of chocolate. Understand the specifications of the cacao fruit and plant, and its origins and varieties. You'll even get to taste raw cacao! Deepen your understanding of the role of chocolate in popular culture and society, learning about the history of advertising, packaging and factory production. Finally, encounter a fully operating chocolate factory in action, and watch, in real time, the transformation of cacao into our award-winning chocolate, having the opportunity to taste the final product! Inclusions: Tickets Museum Exclusions: Meal Hotel pick-up and drop-off Important Info: N/A Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
Day Trips, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, History, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible
Santiago Compostela and Valença do Minho Tour
Follow in the hallowed footsteps of pilgrims over the centuries with this day trip to Santiago de Compostela and Valença do Minho, two incredible medieval towns in Portugal and Northern Spain. Santiago de Compostela is the capital of Galicia, in Spain, famous for the shrine of St James the Great now housed in its magnificent cathedral. After being collected from your hotel in Porto, head to Santiago de Compostela through the beautiful rural scenery. Enjoy some free time in this incredible city, a center of Catholic life for hundreds of years. You might like to attend the Pilgrim’s Mass, held daily at noon, where they name those pilgrims who have successfully reached Santiago de Compostela the previous day. There’s plenty of time to explore the magnificent Cathedral, the small winding streets of the center, and the beautiful old buildings. Continue your journey to the busy city of Valença do Minho, famous for its commerce and trading spirit. Roam the streets and witness the independent shops and stalls, selling artisanal products. Next, we’ll make our way to Valença’s Fortress, the highlight of this charming city. This 13th Century structure is a real treat, filled with bulwarked walls and moats to protect the town from invasions from the Spanish and French. Boasting impressive views, look out over the River Minho and across into Galicia. Inclusions: Guide Lunch Tickets Important Info: Remember to bring the voucher and valid photo ID with you Tour subject to weather conditions or certain events that could take place in certain dates. Redeem Info: NONE - Voucherless. You don’t need to bring any voucher (digital or printed)! Voucher validity: same day
Family Friendly, Guided Tours, History, Private Tours, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible
Half Day in Porto - Private
Guided tour through Porto, capital of the North of Portugal and UNESCO World Heritage. Everything in this wonderful city makes this trip memorable, from the Cathedral to the Port Wine Cellars, where you’ll have the chance to have a tasting. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit places filled with tradition and culture and you’ll be given important details about the streets and squares of its historic center. Languages English, Spanish and Portuguese Inclusions: Guide Transport Exclusions: Wine degustation Boat Ride Tickets Museum Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Please provide the hotel names 24 hours in advance to the start of the tour. Redeem Info: NONE - Voucherless. You don’t need to bring any voucher (digital or printed)!
Guided Tours, Private Tours
Porto Highlights Private Segway Tour
With a guide just for your group, explore Porto with this fun and easy self-balancing Segway. In just 2-hours you’ll glide along historic streets to see the city’s main attractions. Who doesn’t like to escape routine and visit a new city or country? Even if only for a weekend, exploring a city as beautiful as Porto is enough to re-charge everyone’s batteries. Highlights Segway Tour is the perfect solution for those who want to do more with less time and make the best of their time in Porto. For 2 hours you’ll be able to comfortably stroll through all the interest points of the city. From the monuments to the main streets with many breaks to hear all the best stories about Porto. If the two wheeled Segway is a concern for you, you can rest assured. In addition to being a modern and extremely intuitive vehicle, all tours start with a practical Segway lesson. Inclusions: Snack Medical insurance Water Helmet Segway Exclusions: Tickets Pick-up available from the hotel. Drop off at the hotel. Gratuities Important Info: Pregnant women and people having some serious medical condition not allowed to join the activity. Minimum Weight: 45kgs. Minimum Weight: 45 kgs. Redeem Info: EVOUCHER - E-voucher. Show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
Day Trips, Family Friendly, Guided Tours, History, Private Tours, Romantic, Wheelchair Accessible
Minho Private Full-Day Tour
In this unique tour, you’ll have the chance to visit Braga, one of the oldest religious cities in the world, and also the sanctuaries that constitute the faith triangle: the Cathedral and the Sanctuaries of Sameiro and Bom Jesus. In the afternoon we will visit Guimarães, the cradle of Portugal with its unique historic center – UNESCO World Heritage. Languages English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Inclusions: Transport Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Please provide the hotel names 24 hours in advance to the start of the tour. Redeem Info: NONE - Voucherless. You don’t need to bring any voucher (digital or printed)!
Boat Tours, Guided Tours, Outdoors
Discover Porto: City Walking Tour, Helicopter Ride and River Cruise
Immerse yourself in a unique and comprehensive exploration of Porto, combining the best of land, air, and water experiences. This full day is designed to offer an unparalleled perspective of one of Portugal’s most enchanting cities. Your adventure begins with a guided walking tour through Porto’s vibrant streets. Explore historic neighbourhoods, visit landmarks like the São Bento Railway Station and the bustling Bolhão Market, and stroll through the picturesque Ribeira district. Your guide’s insights will enrich your understanding of Porto’s rich heritage. The excitement builds as you take to the skies with a breathtaking 6-minute helicopter ride . Soar above Porto, capturing a bird’s-eye view of its stunning architecture, the winding Douro River, and the surrounding landscapes. This thrilling ride provides a unique vantage point to appreciate the city’s beauty and complexity. This flight is not private, but that just means you'll get to share the experience with other passengers! The helicopter is designed to carry a maximum of three passengers, so we just need to make sure we distribute the weight evenly to keep the aircraft safe and stable. After your aerial adventure, descend to the riverfront for the final leg of your tour – a tranquil river cruise. Board a comfortable boat and enjoy a leisurely journey along the Douro River. Glide under Porto’s iconic bridges, including the Dom Luís I Bridge, and marvel at the scenic riverbanks lined with historic buildings and terraced vineyards. As you disembark from the cruise, reflect on a day filled with diverse perspectives of Porto, from its cobbled streets and aerial panoramas to its riverine charm. Inclusions: Guide River Cruise Helicopter flight Exclusions: Entrance fee Wheelchair access Drinks Meal Hotel pick-up and drop-off Important Info: Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. Maximum weight: 265 Lbs (120 Kg). Guests over 110kg will have to book two seats. Redeem Info: VOCUHERLESS - Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.
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