Portugal Experiences

Kimkim's carefully selected activities will help you experience the essence of Portugal. Whether you're cruising through the picturesque Douro Valley wine region, engaging in a cultural walking tour in Lisbon, savoring Portuguese cuisine on a foodie tour in Porto, creating your own azulejo tile, or exploring the rich history of Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, we will ensure a top-notch experience. Kimkim can introduce you to authentic Portugal, showcasing its rich history, vibrant culture, and delightful gastronomy, all guided by knowledgeable local experts. Take a look at our top activities in Porto, Lisbon, and more for an enriching exploration of Portugal.

Porto

Cultural & Gastronomic Guided Walk

4.1

(9)

3 hours

Discover Porto's storied history and gastronomy on this guided walk through Portugal's second-largest city and the home of port wine. Your guide will take you to some of the significant historic highlights, such as the 12th-century Porto Cathedral, the Baroque Clérigos Church and Tower, and the...

Porto

Guided Excursion to Historic Cities of Guimarães & Braga

3.0

(1)

8 hours

Private

Experience the earliest days of Portugal's history with this all-day guided excursion to Guimarães and Braga. You'll begin with a visit to Guimarães, known as the birthplace of Portugal, where you'll see the historic center and sites like the Dukes of Bragança Palace and the 10th-century Castle...

The bright colors of the wooden ships (Photo courtesy of Nosso Tejo)

Lisbon

Sunset Cruise on a Traditional Wooden Ship

3.2

(5)

2 hours

Small group

Slow down with a sunset cruise down the Tagus River on a traditional wooden boat. Board the vessel at Estação Sul e Sueste next to Commerce Square and relax with a glass of wine and the sounds of Fado music as you travel down the Tagus and pass by historic landmarks. Along the way, you'll see...

Learn to make pottery from an expert artisan

Évora

Experience Alvilo's Frescoes + Traditional Pottery Lesson

1 day

Private

Discover the history and traditions of Portugal's centuries-old pottery and fresco practices with this insightful cultural excursion. The day begins with a visit to the small town of Alvito, known for its ornate frescoes dotted around its 15th-century monuments. You'll spend the morning taking an...

Lisbon

Pastéis de Nata Baking Class in Lisbon

2 hours

Private

With this experience, you have the chance to immerse yourself in local culture and cuisine as you learn how to make Lisbon's iconic sweet pastry dessert, pastéis de nata ((Portuguese custard tarts). This sweet treat was first concocted by monks in Lisbon's Unesco-listed Jerónimos Monastery...

Stroll through the vineyards of Alentejo

Évora

Visit a Vineyard + Cooking Demonstration

1 day

Private

Discover one of Portugal's most renowned wine-making regions with this immersive excursion to a vineyard in the Alentejo. You'll be taken from Évora to a local winery in the Alentejo, where you'll take a guided visit to see the wine-producing facilities and stroll through the vineyards. After...

Porto

Guided Visit in a Canned Fish Factory

1 hour

Self guided

Take a guided visit of a small-scale canning factory, which produces gourmet-quality tinned fish. You'll get to see the inner workings of this factory, which includes processing techniques done by hand that have been sustained for over a century. You'll see the production of tinned fish from...

Lisbon

Guided Walk in Lisbon with Historic & Gastronomic Stops

8 hours

Private

Discover Lisbon's history with this guided walk around the city that ends in its historic center. A private guide will take you through different areas of Europe's second-oldest city and reveal the legends and stories tied to these locations. You'll spend the day walking around Lisbon, learning...

Porto

Pastéis de Nata Cooking Class

1.5 hours

Private

In this cooking class, learn how to make pastéis de nata (custard tart), one of Portugal's most famous and tastiest exports. You'll head to a cozy atelier in Porto's center, where your instructor will give you the tools and instructions to bake a perfect custard tart. You'll also learn about the...

Get up close and personal to whales and other species

São Miguel Island

Whale & Marine Life Watching

1 day

Small group

Embark on a whale watching boat tour led by a knowledgeable marine life guide, who will teach you about the biodiversity of the Azores. This excursion begins in the port of São Miguel Island, where the guide may inform you about the whales, dolphins, turtles, and other animals in the region....

Lisbon

Guided Walks Through Sintra & Cascais + Sailing Trip

7 hours

Small group

Experience different eras of Portugal's history on this excursion that takes you to the favorite destinations of the Portuguese royal family. You'll be taken from Lisbon to Sintra, whose romanticist palaces and lush gardens have made it a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A guide will take you through...

Évora

Visit to a Cork Harvesting Farm + Countryside Lunch

1 day

Self guided

Discover the tradition of montado (cork harvesting), an integral part of the Alentejo landscape and culture. You'll spend the morning on the estate of Freixo do Meio, a family-run farm that has operated for generations, harvesting cork and producing other local products. You'll learn the ins and...

Lagos

Algarve Fishing Trip + Traditional Village Visit

1 day

Private

Take part in one of Portugal's most time-honored traditions with this fishing trip in the Atlantic. This excursion, perfect for adults and kids alike, begins in Baleeira Harbor in Sagres, the southernmost part of continental Europe. You'll set out on a fishing boat, which will anchor off the...

Porto

Private Cooking Class

3.5 hours

Private

Discover the makings of Portuguese gastronomy with this private cooking class taught by an expert chef in the center of Porto. Whether you're a novice or an experienced cook, you'll learn about the flavors of traditional Portuguese cuisine and hone your skills in the techniques used to make these...

Try some of Portugal's tasty beverages (Photo courtesy of Treasures of Lisboa)

Lisbon

Gourmet Food Tasting in Alfama

3.5 hours

Small group

Immerse yourself in Lisbon's gastronomical delights and histories on this gourmet food excursion in Alfama, the city's oldest neighborhood. A local guide will take you on eighteen different tastings across various locations, where you'll try cuisine from the land and sea. These authentic spots...

Lisbon

Explore Lisbon's Markets and Fairs

0.5 days

Self guided

The markets and fairs of Lisbon embody the soul of the city: they are excellent places to meet locals and buy authentic local food and souvenirs. They all have completely different atmospheres, too, and visiting several of them will give you some compelling insights into the city and its...

Portuguese wines lined up for a tasting - image by sopotniccy

Lisbon

Portuguese Wine Tasting at a Sommelier's Home in Lisbon

2 hours

Private

Gain an in-depth overview of Portuguese wine without even leaving Lisbon as you get welcomed into the house of a highly regarded sommelier for a wine tasting of some of the finest wines the country produces.The sommelier will first introduce you to Portugal's wine regions and native grape...

Lisbon

Mouraria Neighborhood Tour & Fado Experience in Lisbon

2 hours

Private

Discover Mouraria, one of the oldest and most traditional neighborhoods in Lisbon. This is where the world-famous fado music style, the national music of Portugal, has its origins. On a walking tour to explore Mouraria's small streets and alleyways, you will get to visit the taverns where locals...

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