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Clérigos Tower: Our most recommended tours and activities

Porto: Torre dos Clerigos Entrance Ticket

1. Porto: Torre dos Clerigos Entrance Ticket

Experience one of Porto’s most iconic attractions at your own pace with an entrance ticket to the Torre dos Clérigos. Adjoining the baroque Igreja dos Clérigos, the Torre dos Clérigos, can be seen from various points in the city and is one of its most emblematic symbols. Built for the Clérigos Brotherhood by Nicolau Nasoni, an Italian architect and painter responsible for a large body of work in the north of Portugal during the 18th century, construction of the church began in 1732 and was finished around 1750. The monumental divided stairway in front of the church was completed in the 1750s. The main façade is heavily decorated with baroque motifs. Climb the monumental Bell Tower of the church for panoramic views across the entire city, and an up-close view of its most symbolic attraction. Then, go to the exhibition space in the Clerigos Building to admire the Irmandade dos Clérigos Collection and Christus Collection, where you can see pieces from the 18th and 19th centuries, including furniture, paintings and vestments.

Porto: Historical Center Walking Tour

2. Porto: Historical Center Walking Tour

Explore the historical center of Porto on a guided walking tour. Visit the Sé neighborhood, wander down narrow alleys, and see the area's highlights. Opt to end your tour with a picnic in the scenic Virtudes Gardens. Meet your local guide and discover the neighborhood of Sé. Get lost in the small alleys and narrow streets of the medieval part of the city. After that, make your way to the most beautiful train station in the country. On the way, discover where the city's nightlife takes place. Next, marvel at some beautiful art nouveau buildings until you reach the famous Lello Bookshop. Discover one of the oldest bookstores in Portugal rated among the top bookstores in the world. After that, pass by Clérigos Tower. This church can be seen from various points of the city and is one of its most characteristic symbols. Finally, get an astonishing panoramic view of the downtown, the river, and Vila Nova de Gaia. At the end of the tour, hang out with your group and enjoy a little surprise. If you choose to have a picnic in the beautiful Virtudes Gardens, you'll also enjoy a picnic box with bread, cheese, hams, fruit, 1 bottle of wine, Portuguese pastries, and a traditional Portuguese picnic blanket.

Half Day - Private TukTuk Tour

3. Half Day - Private TukTuk Tour

Discover the city of Porto and all its charm with this half-day guided tour traveling around the city in a private tuk-tuk. Get your bearings and see a range of historical and cultural landmarks around Porto, such as the Porto Cathedral, Clérigos Tower, and Stock Exchange Palace. Travel across the river on the iconic Dom Luis I Bridge for views back to Porto from Vila Nova de Gaia. Your experience will commence in front of the Vimara Peres Statue, next to the Porto Cathedral. From here, you'll travel to discover two of the main historical neighborhoods, Sé and Vitória. Whilst here, you will take in its multitude of iconic monuments, such as Lion's Square, Clérigos Church and Tower, Lello Bookshop, Stock Exchange Palace, Ferreira Borges Market, Old Customhouse, Luis I Bridge, Arrábida Bridge, St. Francis Church, Serra do Pilar Monastery, Aliados Avenue, Fishing village, and the S. Bento Train Station. Your last stop of the tour will be at the Serra do Pilar viewpoint where you can enjoy an amazing glass of Porto Wine with a postcard view.

From Lisbon: Porto Highlights Day Trip

4. From Lisbon: Porto Highlights Day Trip

You will start your tour in the Ribera del Duero area. A charming start in the most beautiful natural area of the city. You will be able to admire the beautiful bridges that cross the river and also discover the charm of its people. In this way, you will find yourself breathing the authentic essence of the city. In fact, this area of the town is a World Heritage Site, with the Largo do Terreiro as the highlight. There you will find the Chapel of Nossa Senhora de Ó, which dates back to the 17th century, having been deeply remodeled in the 19th century. Just in front, you will see the famous Fuente Taurina, which is a kind of entrance to the restaurant area. A multitude of restaurants await you to taste the rich gastronomy of the city with incredible views of the Duero. Going up from the Ribeira, you will reach the most famous bridge of Porto: the bridge of Don Luis I. After crossing the Don Luis I bridge, you will arrive at the area of the Church and the Clérigos Tower. These are the greatest exponents of baroque art in the city. In addition, the almost 80 meters high tower also allows it to be a monument seen from any point. You should know that the Clérigos Tower is the largest religious construction in Portugal. It dates back to the 18th century, and its marble and granite facade will leave you speechless. Its origins date back to the Brotherhood of the Poor Clerics, who made the Church of the Clerics their home after financing the construction of the tower. By the way, we must not forget that the temple keeps inside treasures of incalculable value, protected by a rococo style facade that you will love. Following the ascent through the streets of the city you will reach its highest part, where the Cathedral of Oporto, also known as Sé do Porto, is located. A majestic temple built throughout the twelfth century whose facade leaves a sensational mix of styles. Thus, you can see samples of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque. You will learn about the history of the temple and the main elements kept inside. In addition, you will also pass by the San Bento railroad station. One of the most striking of Portugal, decorated with tiles that leave in sight sensational images of the country's history. It is another must-see in Porto. Before ending the guided tour, you will cross to the other side of the river to contemplate the historical part of the city, where the Vinho do Porto Caves are located. As you know, Porto is a land of worship to good wine, so you will not miss a single detail of this delicious product. After the guided tour, you will have free time to continue exploring the city at your own pace and recharge your batteries in one of its famous restaurants. In this sense, you will have no problem finding the greatest temples to the city's food, as our guides will give you the best recommendations.

Porto: Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour

5. Porto: Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour

Get to know Porto at your own pace on this interactive scavenger hunt walking tour. You'll explore the city on foot and get points for solving different types of tasks: Find sights: You will use hints to find the best sights and hidden gems throughout the city. The map function in the app will help you get there. Solve questions: Once you’ve arrived at the place you’re looking for, you’ll be asked questions about the sight. Most of the time, the answers are hidden in signs, pictures, etc. A great and fun way to learn new things about the city. Have fun: During the adventure you can also expect exciting photo tasks that require a lot of creativity. If you master the snapshots, you will be rewarded with points. Along the way, you’ll reach amazing places like the “Lello Bookshop”, “Clérigos Tower”, “São Bento Station” and many more! After you book the game, you’ll get a game code via email with instructions on how to play. Head to the “Jardim da Cordoaria” and use the code to unlock the game in the app. The tour ends at the “Porto Ribeira”. The experience is not limited in time. You can explore the city at your own pace and take breaks. Just download the Explorial-App, go to the starting point, and you’re ready to start with the game. The tour lasts on average about 1-2 hours.

Porto: Private Charming Sailboat Tour on the Douro River

6. Porto: Private Charming Sailboat Tour on the Douro River

Embark on a private sailboat tour along the riverside of Porto and Gaia. Pass some of the most appreciated attractions in the cities of Porto and Gaia, such as the Dom Luis Bridge, Crystal Palace Gardens, Porto Cathedral, and Clérigos Tower. Starting at the Douro Marina, meet your certified crew and savor a sparkling or Porto wine as a welcome drink before sailing calmly between the Dom Luis Bridge and the mouth of the Douro River. Simply sit back, relax, and listen to music while admiring the sights from the water.

Porto: 3-Hour Walking City Tour & Lello Bookstore Visit

7. Porto: 3-Hour Walking City Tour & Lello Bookstore Visit

Join a tour with a private and tailored experience in the ancient city of Porto. Visit São Bento Train Station, the Cathedral, the medieval neighborhood, the most important point views, Clérigos Tower, and the historical Lello Bookstore. In 3 hours, listen to your guide as they explain the historical intricacies of Porto and its origins. Allow them to guide you through the city, walled in from the 12th to the 18th century, and elucidate upon the many stories from Roman rule to contemporary times. Finish off your tour with a visit to the third most beautiful bookstore in the world, the historical Lello Bookstore. Don't hesitate to ask your guide for local tips on restaurants, gardens, public transportation, maps, and more.

Porto: Sunset Walking Tour with Port Wine and Views

8. Porto: Sunset Walking Tour with Port Wine and Views

On this guided sunset walking tour of Porto, discover the best downtown highlights and be dazzled by hidden viewpoints throughout the city. Relax and enjoy the evening while savoring the flavors of Port wine at two terraces. Meet your guide, then stroll towards the west side of the city, not missing main highlights like São Bento Train Station Hall, Aliados Avenue, and Rua dos Clérigos. This area is sure to amaze thanks to ancient monuments appearing on every corner. As you explore, learn a secret about Carmo and Carmelitas Church, then take a close look at the Tower of Clérigos, one of the most emblematic monuments and one of the highest points of Porto. Continuing on, head to one of the rooftops in the area to taste the world-famous Port wine. If you have never tried it, you'll be surrendered by its delicate flavor. Afterward, be guided back downtown to visit the Porto Cathedral, the cradle of the city. Crossing the Bridge Luis I, arrive at Jardim do Morro to relax and enjoy the breathtaking views from a terrace and taste another special drink: a Port wine cocktail. The tour ends later in the evening at Jardim do Morro. From here you can continue enjoying the city nightlife at your leisure.

Porto: 2-Hour Guided Sunset Segway Tour

9. Porto: 2-Hour Guided Sunset Segway Tour

Following a short safety instruction, you will get on your Segway to begin gliding effortlessly along the streets of Porto. This sunset tour is the perfect experience for those who want to do more with less time. For two hours, you’ll be able to comfortably pass along all the interesting points of the city. From the monuments to the main streets, you will be able to hear all the best stories about the beautiful city. This guided tour will start at 6:30PM, so you can be inspired by the colors of the sunset with all the highlighted points such as São Bento Cathedral, Clérigos Tower and the old streets of Cândido dos Reis and Galerias Paris street.

Porto: Tuk Tuk Sunset Tour with Glass of Port Wine

10. Porto: Tuk Tuk Sunset Tour with Glass of Port Wine

This tour offers a comfortable and entertaining shared ride through the center of Porto, where you can discover the main monuments of the city and appreciate the lovely colors reflected on the building facades. You will be able to experience the heart of the city and witness the locals enjoying the sunset. This tour includes a strategic stop at a breathtaking vantage point to marvel at the gorgeous golden hour and sunset over the Douro River. Ending with a toast to the city of Porto, where you can appreciate a glass of Port wine creating lifetime memories.

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What people are saying about Clérigos Tower

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Wonderful tour! Our guide Joao was phenomenal. We walked through the main attractions at Porto (note: you don’t go inside the sites since this is only a 3hr tour). The pace was really nice, and the storytelling of our guide was spot-on. We decided to end the tour with the picnic option and walked to the Jardim das Virtudes (highly recommend if it’s not raining). Plus, after the tour they give you an extensive list of sites, restaurants and foods to check out during your visit.

This boat experience was absolutely amazing. Ricardo is an incredible guide showing us some of the most beautiful scenes of Porto. We were offered wine and snacks which was a bonus. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone.

This was our first experience with guide and it set high level for next one. Guid was educated with lot of historical, local and useful knowledge.

Knowledgeable, wonderful history, lovely guide. Made the visit the best! Well planned agenda and tour.

Excellent. Go early though as it is tight quarters in the stairs!