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Enchanted & Terrifying

Take Legends and Mysteries Free Tour: Discover the scary but enchanting hidden Porto. Hear its eerie secrets & fascinating legends with expert local guides.

Step into the hidden and enigmatic facets of this ancient city with the Legends and Mysteries of Porto Free Walking Tour. You will explore the intertwining of Porto’s millennial history with Portugal’s origins, revealing a side of the city that remains shrouded in myth and legend.

The Legends and Mysteries Free Tour is an immersive experience into the city’s most enchanted, obscure, and sometimes terrifying stories. It’s an invitation to uncover the hidden stories of Porto and enjoy an entertaining exploration of its mysterious past. You will hear tales of murder, love, ghosts, and legendary thieves!

You’ll be guided by enthusiastic experts who will share secrets, stories, and suggestions, making the past come alive in the present.

Duration: Approximately 2hr 40min

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Porto Legends and Mysteries Tour

Discover Eerie & Creepy Mystical Legends

This is a spine-tingling adventure through the shadowy corners of Porto. Our Legends and Mysteries Free Tour is like stepping into a world where the lines between reality and myth blur, revealing the city’s most enigmatic and sometimes eerie tales. This is a deep dive into the heart of Porto’s hidden history and its best-kept secrets.

We'll begin at the very birthplace of the city, atop the legendary Pena Ventosa hill at Porto Cathedral. Then we make our way through ancient streets, where every cobblestone and corner whispers tales from centuries past. You’ll discover the intriguing story of Porto's lesser known patron saint. This is a tale even some locals might not know!

As we head down to São Bento Station, prepare yourself for a chilling story about the last abbess of the convent that once stood where the train station is now. The ending is something straight out of a gothic novel!

Porto is renowned for its Port Wine and Francesinhas, but our tour delves deeper, uncovering the curious reason behind the nickname 'tripeiros' for the city's inhabitants.

You’ll discover why dragons feature so prominently on the city's facades along with stories of murders, star-crossed lovers, ghosts, and even legendary thieves!

In Cordoaria, we'll share the haunting tale of a hanging tree and a nearly-lost book by Camilo Castelo Branco.

We'll wind up our tour in the mystical gardens of Crystal Palace, where a few more legends await.

This tour is an original creation of Take Porto, answering the city’s call for a journey into its most mysterious and enchanting stories.

Porto has been a stage for revolts, sieges, and heroic acts, but it’s also the setting for some of the most incredible tales that will captivate even the most skeptical travelers.

So, if you’re up for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Porto’s legends and mysteries, join us. Reserve your spot on our Legends and Mysteries Free Tour and prepare to be amazed, spooked, and utterly enchanted by the tales of Cidade Invicta. This is one adventure you won’t want to miss!

Highlights of Your Porto Legends and Mysteries Free Walking Tour

Each Porto Legends and Mysteries Free Walking Tour is a unique experience. The stops listed in the highlights may change due to the guide leading the tour and other conditions such as weather and local events. If you are particularly interested about a specific item please ask your guide before the beginning of the tour to confirm it is on the agenda.

The pillory at the Cathedral

We start with the punishments of the past and how the pillory symbolize their nature.

The ghost of São Bento Station

Learn about the station's haunting history and its spectral resident. An eerie tale of the last abbess of the convent where São Bento Station now stands.

Rua das Flores

Explore the darker chapters of Porto's history through this ancient street and the sinister story behind a notorious murder on Rua das Flores. You’ll learn about the urban legend of Vincente Urbino and the story of St. Catarina of Alexandria.

Vitória Viewpoint

This beautiful vista is the perfect place to learn about the legend of King Sebastian; Portugals greatest myth of all.

The Hanging Man Tree and the Garden of Cordoaria

What is the connection between Camilo Castelo Branco's literary work and this garden? Hear the grim story of the hanging tree in Cordoaria and its eerie presence.

Church of Saint José das Taipas

Legends of possession and the purgatory of Santa Companha.

Hospital de Santo António

Hear about the infamous Soalhāes case, a detailed account of demonic possession, curses and witchcraft from 1934.

Soares dos Reis Museum

Formerly know as the House of Mercy. This is the perfect setting for the sinister love story of Henriqueta Emília. A love that truly lasted beyond the grave.

The Tower of Pedro Sem

The legend of Pedro Sem, a story of a greedy and powerful merchant who thought he was invincible.

The Headless Bodies of Cardosas Palace

Hear about the palace's mysterious past and its ghostly tales, like the chilling legend of headless bodies associated with it.

The Origin of the Name Tripeiros (Tripe Eaters)

There is a culinary history that shaped Porto's unique identity. Learn why Porto's inhabitants are called 'tripeiros' and the historical significance behind this nickname.

Relação and Zé do Telhado

Tales of crime and justice are part of Porto's lore. Explore the history of the Jail of Relação and its famous inmate, the legendary thief Zé do Telhado.

The Dragon of the City of Oporto

What is the reason behind the presence of dragons on many of Porto's facades? Learn about the symbolism and legends surrounding these mythical creatures.

The Virtudes Belvedere and the Legend of Pedro Sem

Visit the Virtudes Belvedere and learn about the legend of Pedro Sem, a figure shrouded in mystery.

Jardim dos Sentimentos and the Baron of Gold

Discover the stories of wealth, power, and mystery that surround this enigmatic figure.

Gardens of the Palace of Cristal and the Legends of Miragaia

Explore the enchanting Gardens of the Palace of Cristal, a place rich in legends and stories. Hear about the legends of Miragaia, adding a magical dimension to your Porto Legends and Mysteries tour.