Food & Heritage Tour

A Viana food tour from the docks to the old town — seafood, 'petiscos', sweets, local wines and the story of the city

  • 2-8 People
  • 4h00
  • Walking
  • All weather
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Hand eating shrimp from the coast of Viana do Castelo
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Hands picking fried octopus from Viana do Castelo coast.
Tourists at Viana do Castelo docks
Tourist in Gil Eannes Ship
a table with cakes and coffee
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A walking food tour from the docks to the historic heart of Viana.
We eat our way from the docks, through the Ribeira, up to the city centre — fresh seafood, local petiscos, three sweets and regional wines, with the stories and curiosities of Viana along the way.
It’s not just the food and wine: it’s the city itself. This is lunch — come hungry!

Daily Schedule

Starting time: 10:30h Duration: 4h00 Location: Start at the docks, finish in the city centre Walking distance: Easy (1,5km, 25min total)

What's Included?

  • 8-10 tastings
  • 3 wines
  • Coffee, water and wine alternatives
  • Expert local guide + history, curiosities along the route
  • A google maps list of our recommendations of more places to eat and drink during your stay

€74 / person

Itinerary

FISHING DOCKS
You will begin by learning about the city’s long relationship with the sea. The fishing practices and fresh products from our coast.
SEAFOOD SHOP
First stop to taste some unique delicacies and wine.
'RIBEIRA'S' COMMUNITY
This is the community of the fishermen and the most important neighborhood for local gastronomy. Learn about the devotion of these people and how their lives are bound to the ocean in a deep sense.
FISHERMEN'S 'TASCO'
We will eat at a very local fishermen’s “tasco”, tasting the best “petiscos”.
HISTORICAL CENTER
Get immersed in the atmosphere of the city center as we make space for the sweetest part of our tour.
FAMILY BAKERY
Taste an exclusive recipe of our local pie at a family run tiny bakery with our beloved “after lunch coffee”.
MAIN SQUARE
We arrive at the heart of Viana, getting to know some interesting curiosities and stories along our way through the typical streets.
OLD BAKERY
We sit down at our oldest bakery for another historical pastry and last toast with yet another wine.
FAREWELL
Enjoy this moment and take the chance to relax and talk to your guide. Ask for advices on where to eat and go for your next days in Viana do Castelo or nearby cities. This will be the appropriate time if you want to show some appreciation for their effort. 

€74 / person

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