OLD TOWN & RIVERSIDE BIKE TOUR PORTO

€39

Per Person / Vehicle

3h

Aprox. Duration

Departures

10am and 3pm

Lang.

Available in PT | EN | FR | ES | NL

EXPERIENCE THE BEST CYCLE ROUTES OF THE CITY IN A BIKE GUIDED TOUR TO PORTO

Cycle by the old neighbourhoods of the city starting by Ribeira and Miragaia, along the river until the area of Foz, where the river meets the ocean.

You will learn why Porto is also known as “The City of Bridges” and the importance of the connection with the river and the ocean to contribute for the economic growth and prosperity. It is also a great opportunity to see the traditional and iconic Portuguese boats called “Rabelo”, that for centuries were used to transport people and goods along the Douro River.

It appears that the 6 bridges are competing, with each other, in beauty and impressive engineering for the delight of the visitors. This remarkable tour by bike will highlight these beautiful sights without major effort.

RIBEIRA, FOZ VELHA AND MIRAGAIA

On this journey you will have the opportunity to see the different shapes and colour of the houses and as soon as we distance ourselves from the city centre, you will see the other side of the city. A city with parks, with beach, with movement and living in its own rhythm.

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Included:

  • Bicycle + Helmet / Equipment adaptation lesson

  • A storytelling local guide

  • Liability and Personal Accident Insurance

  • Water

  • Taxes (VAT 23%)

  • Coffee break

Not eligible for:

  • Not recommended for pregnant women.

  • People with coordination problems or any similar conditions.

  • Individuals under the effect of alcohol or drugs.

  • People that have been recently submitted to surgery.

  • People with less than 1.3meters (4.3 feet) and more than 118Kg (260.14 lbs.). Height is a mandatory requirement. Babies can go on a child seat to a maximum of 18kg. Limited number.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Ribeira Square

Ribeira is the most famous neighbourhood in Porto of its iconic scenery: the two-level iron bridge, the river Douro and the typical Rabelo boats and the Port Wine Cellars behind them.

Miragaia

Since the roman times, we see occupation in this particular area. Nowadays, it overlooks the Douro River from the highest areas, but in the harsh winters with heavy rains the population still deal with floods.

Alfandega Congress Center

This old Customs House that we call “Alfândega” is located on the right bank of the Douro River, specifically in the neighbourhood of Miragaia. It is currently used as a Congress and Exhibition Centre having won already some travel awards.

Arrábida Bridge

The design of the Arrábida Bridge was quite daring due to its upper deck sitting on a long arch made of reinforced concrete. It passes the main highway connecting Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia in the direction of Lisbon.

São Pedro da Afurada

By looking across the river and you will see a small fishing village located in the city of Gaia. It is well known for its fresh fish restaurants and the kindness and simplicity of the local people.

Calem Garden

This small garden located almost at the mouth of the river Douro, offers to those who pass here, magnificent views of the river. It is also known for its birdwatching observatory as well as a monument related to the Ceuta expedition in 1415.

Lighthouse of São Miguel-o-Anjo

It is the oldest lighthouse in Portugal, and it is believed to be one of the oldest in Europe dating back from the XVI century.

Fortress Sao Joao Baptista

Also known as “Foz Castle”, it is located in the region of Foz do Douro. It was built to protect the entrance of the River Douro.

Fort of St. Francis Xavier

Commonly known as the “Castle of the Cheese” was built in the XVII century and it was built to also defend the coast of Porto.

Fort of São João

City Park

This Porto city Park it is the largest urban park in the city and the entire country, occupying 83 acres of land and going to the Atlantic Ocean.

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