Ribeira Tour + the 6 bridges cruise

This beautiful tour will take you to explore the oldest neighborhoods of Porto that end along the north bank of the Douro River to finish with a boat ride known as the 6 bridges cruise. Impressive panoramic views both from land and the boat perspective.The visit will begin in front of the old prison of Porto, in the Portuguese photography center, and finish at the Praça da Ribera where your boat ride begins. On this Old town Tour + Boat Tour, you will have the opportunity to discover the authentic Porto as you go through the ancient and winding streets of this part of the city. Barren soil and a growing economic crisis instigated the ingenuity of the Portuguese, who turned to the sea for alternative solutions. Porto's banks financed the first expeditions overseas in the Atlantic that allowed the expansion of the Portuguese colonies and guaranteed the economic prosperity of the city and the country even in times of crisis. You will also discover why Porto is known as the “undefeated city” having fought against the kings, bishops and emperors who tried to invade its shores. These are all examples of the stories and sights that your knowledgeable local guide will teach you during this 3- hour guided tour of the Old Town + Boat Tour.