Free Alternative Porto Tour

Explore the most original side of Porto, a city teeming with urban art, a lively nightlife, and stunning architecture.
Discover places not found in traditional guidebooks, such as art galleries, bars, and concept stores.
Ignite your senses with the bustling energy of Rua Santa Catarina, Rua Miguel Bombarda, and more!

Latest reviews

10 Reviews

5.00

17/02/24

Enjoyed the walk with Adrian. Learnt about street art and the history of the city. Highly recommend!

Sumeeha, United Kingdom

14/01/24

Very good visit, although I had to move to Spanish visit because we had not enough participants, my guide was excellent and passionate about history. I really enjoyed this visit. Thank you.

Dina, France

04/11/23

Sarah was a great guide and person !! 😍👍💘

Sophie, France

Are you a traveler with an adventurous heart? Then you’re in the right place! The Free Alternative Porto Tour invites you to dive into the city's contemporary culture, unveiling its vibrant urban art scene and beyond. Your unconventional journey through the city starts at the medieval Carlos Alberto Square, a bustling hub of traditional restaurants, museums, and weekly flea markets. Here, your passionate guide will reveal the city's first legal graffiti, the mural of D. Quixote by Mesk, Fedor & Mots, marking the entrance to Rua Miguel Bombarda. Thanks to the Porto Art District's initiative, this once overlooked street has transformed, now a haven of bustling art galleries, bars, and concept stores.

As you venture deeper into the city's commercial center, the Rua Santa Catarina unfolds, showcasing a fascinating blend of conventional shops and striking urban art projects. Surely, you'll want to capture some snapshots of Paulo Ramunni's art installation at Via Catarina Shopping, a hidden artistic gem amid the bustling city life. Just a stone's throw away, the mural Quem és Porto? by Miguel Januário stands tall, an imposing monument echoing the city's identity, composed of three thousand tiles that pose a profound question about Porto. Your guide will also lead you to some of the best alternative clubs that set the city's nightlife ablaze.

As you move towards the Douro River, you'll be treated to an array of captivating street art, directing your gaze to the iconic Dom Luís Bridge. Upon crossing the bridge, you'll uncover Vila Nova de Gaia's urban art projects, with the tour culminating at the Half Rabbit installation by Bordalo II. This remarkable work of art encapsulates the spirit of Porto's alternative scene. So, what are you waiting for? The Free Alternative Porto Tour is your key to the city's authenticity, providing insider tips on the city's architecture and nightlife. Embark on this unique tour and carry home a vivid, lasting impression of Porto, a city that dares to defy convention.