Porto Audio Tour: Palaces, Towers, and Timeless Treasures

Above photo: Jose Goncalves, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

A city once lit by smugglers’ lanterns and shaken by forbidden love still hides its secrets in the shadows of Porto’s steep lanes.

Find the stories scripted in stone and echoing between the Clérigos Tower and the Super Bock Arena on this immersive self-guided audio tour. Move beyond postcards as whispered legends and overlooked corners come to life in your ears.

Which rebellion echoed off the Baroque walls of Clérigos Church? Why did spies slip through the halls of Carrancas Palace at midnight? And what strange sporting scandal once rattled the calm of the arena?

Stride from sunlit plazas to thrilling alleyways as Porto’s drama unfolds step by step. Feel the pulse of lost centuries under your feet and glimpse the city behind the stage set.

Ready to unlock the stories hidden in stone and spirit? Press play and let Porto reveal itself with every step.

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• Duration: 1 hour 22 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.2 km (2.0 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 35min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at University of Porto, only a 3 minute walk from Porto São Bento Train Station
  
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Clérigos Church and Tower, Crystal Palace Gardens, João Chagas Garden
  

Experience the charm of Porto like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Porto's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Porto on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• ⚓  University of Porto (3min)
• 🏰  Palacete of the Visconts of Balsemão (4min)
• 🏰  Carrancas Palace (4min)
• ⛪  St James' Church, Porto (3min)
• 🗼  Tower of Pedro-Sem (2min)
• 🏰  Cardosas Palace (3min)
• ⚓  Liberty Square (Porto) (4min)
• ⛪  Clérigos Church and Tower (2min)
• ⛪  Monastery of São Bento da Vitória (3min)
• 🌺  João Chagas Garden (4min)
• ⛪  Carmo Church (Porto) (2min)
• 🌳  Carlos Alberto Square (3min)
• 🏰  Crystal Palace Gardens (2min)
• 🏟️  Super Bock Arena (3min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: António Amen, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Jose Goncalves, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: User: (WT-shared) Shoestring at wts wikivoyage, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Manuel de Sousa, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Manuel de Sousa, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
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🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
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🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
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🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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