Porto, one of Portugal’s most ancient cities, is notable for both naming the country and lending its name to its renowned wine. Situated alongside the Douro River, UNESCO assigned its historic sector as a World Heritage Site in 1996. During the Exploration Age spanning the 15th and 17th centuries, Porto emerged as an economic force. Prince Henry the Navigator, the architect of the Age of Discoveries, was a Porto native and the city evolved into one of Portugal’s major shipbuilding hubs. By the early 18th century, the Douro Valley had garnered a reputation as a distinguished wine region, thereby contributing significantly to the city’s growth. Hi Porto Walking Tours will guide you through this captivating city, acquainting you with its history-altering events, exemplary architecture in striking buildings and monuments, the local customs, as well as delectable cuisine native to Northern Portugal. Discover why Porto was dubbed the Best European Destination in 2017.