Fado Night & Guided Tour with Casa da Guitarra in Porto
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as the experience is primarily seated with a brief guided walk.
Overview
Experience a captivating Fado concert paired with a guided tour of Porto’s historic Monastery of São Bento da Vitória. Delight in local spirits and the city’s rich musical heritage during this intimate cultural evening with Casa da Guitarra.
Fado Vitória no Porto (com Visita Guiada)
Porto: Fado Show and Guided Tour in a Historic Monastery
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About This Adventure
Experience an enchanting Fado performance paired with a guided tour of the Sacristy at the Monastery of São Bento da Vitória. Enjoy a unique welcome drink of Singeverga liqueur and savor a glass of Port wine during the concert intermission, making for a memorable cultural evening.
Espetáculo de Fado com visita guiada pela Sacristia do Mosteiro de São Bento da Vitória.
A visita terá a duração de cerca de vinte minutos, iniciando-se de seguida o concerto com a duração de cerca de uma hora.
No check-in, será servido um copo de licor de Singeverga, licor único criado por monges em Portugal, e durante o intervalo do concerto será servido um cálice de Vinho do Porto.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early for Check-In
Plan to arrive 15 minutes before the start to enjoy the welcome Singeverga liqueur and get settled for the tour and concert.
Dress Comfortably but Neatly
Wear comfortable shoes for walking the monastery’s stone floors and dress smart-casual to match the evening’s tone.
Limited Photography
Photography is typically restricted during the concert to preserve the atmosphere; check with staff for permissions.
Sample the Port Wine
Take time during intermission to savor the local Port wine—it’s part of the experience's cultural immersion.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban birds like the Eurasian blackbird
- Sparrows and swifts common around old city rooftops
History
The Monastery of São Bento da Vitória dates back to the early 1500s and was a key religious site through Porto’s maritime expansion era.
Conservation
Efforts to preserve the monastery focus on maintaining its stonework and delicate interior art while promoting sustainable cultural tourism.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable shoes
Supportive footwear is helpful for walking on stone floors during the guided sacristy tour.
Light jacket or sweater
Evenings inside the monastery can be cool, so layer accordingly.
spring|fall|winter specific
Camera (without flash)
For capturing moments in the monastery tour (subject to restrictions) but avoid flash during the concert.
Notebook or journal
Useful for jotting down thoughts or lyrics during the concert in this immersive cultural setting.