Food tours in Porto
A food tour is the quickest way to eat your way around Porto. The most comfortable months are June to August, with highs around 77°F (25°C).
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Top food tours in Porto
Authentic Food and Wine Tour in Porto by Food Lover TourFrom $79View 
Authentic Porto Small Group Food Tour with Local TastingsFrom $85View 
Porto Food Half-Day TourFrom $79View 
Eat Porto Like a Local: The Ultimate Full-Meal Food TourFrom $90View 
Half-Day Walking Tour Tasting Local Food in PortoFrom $86View 
Porto Food and Local Drinks Evening Tour by Food Lover TourFrom $85View
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What to eat and drink in Porto
Expect to taste the local staples. Ones to look for:
- Francesinha
- Porto's huge sandwich of meats, covered in melted cheese and a beer-and-tomato sauce, often with an egg on top.
- Port wine
- A sweet fortified wine aged in the cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia, across the river.
- Bacalhau
- Dried salted cod, soaked and cooked in countless ways; a pillar of Portuguese cooking.
- Tripas
- Tripe stewed with white beans and sausage, the dish that gives Porto's people their nickname.
- Bifana
- A thin pork cutlet marinated in garlic and wine, served hot in a soft bread roll.
How to pick a good food tour
- Skip a big meal beforehand: most tours serve the equivalent of lunch or dinner across six to ten stops.
- Small groups of 12 or fewer get served faster and fit into tiny counters and bars.
- Check what's included. Some tours count drinks as stops, others charge for them on the day.
- Ask about dietary swaps before you book. Many tours can replace meat or gluten dishes if they know ahead.
Porto month by month
Averages for Porto, 1981–2010.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 57 (14) | 59 (15) | 63 (17) | 65 (18) | 68 (20) | 74 (24) | 78 (25) | 78 (26) | 75 (24) | 69 (21) | 63 (17) | 58 (14) |
| Low °F (°C) | 41 (5) | 43 (6) | 46 (8) | 48 (9) | 53 (12) | 58 (15) | 61 (16) | 61 (16) | 58 (15) | 54 (12) | 48 (9) | 44 (7) |
| Rain, in | 5.8 | 4.4 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 3.5 | 1.6 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 2.8 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.1 |
| Sunset (15th) | 5:30 pm | 6:08 pm | 6:40 pm | 8:14 pm | 8:45 pm | 9:09 pm | 9:06 pm | 8:34 pm | 7:45 pm | 6:55 pm | 5:16 pm | 5:06 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for food tours in Porto?
June to August. Expect highs around 77°F (25°C). The least comfortable months are December and January.
What food is Porto known for?
Francesinha: porto's huge sandwich of meats, covered in melted cheese and a beer-and-tomato sauce, often with an egg on top. Port wine: a sweet fortified wine aged in the cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia, across the river. Bacalhau: dried salted cod, soaked and cooked in countless ways; a pillar of Portuguese cooking.
Where can I book food tours in Porto?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
