Designed by architect Nicolau Nasoni in the 18th century, Clérigos Church is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture renowned for its ornate elliptical nave and iconic 75-meter bell tower that defines the skyline of Porto.

Embedded in the Ribeira waterfront, the Alminhas da Ponte is a historic bronze shrine commemorating the victims of the tragic 1809 Ponte das Barcas collapse.

Spanning the Douro River to connect Porto with Vila Nova de Gaia, the double-deck iron Luís I Bridge is an iconic 19th-century metal arch bridge designed by Théophile Seyrig, a disciple of Gustave Eiffel.

The Monument Church of St. Francis is a breathtaking Gothic landmark renowned for its dazzling Baroque interior, where nearly every surface is covered in intricate, gold-leafed woodcarvings that represent the pinnacle of Portuguese craftsmanship.

Famed for its grand Beaux-Arts vestibule adorned with over 20,000 historic azulejo ceramic tiles depicting scenes of Portugal's past, São Bento Station is one of the world's most celebrated railway stations.

Porto Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour

Name: Porto Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour
Brand: World City Trail
SKU: 50
Availability: InStock

Rated 4.60 out of 5 based on 88 customer ratings

(88 customer reviews)

Explore the city at your own pace with a self-guided experience.
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Everything you need for a flexible self-guided city experience

Explore the city at your own pace

✔ Discover hidden gems & highlights
✔ Enjoy a flexible self-guided experience
✔ Explore freely with no schedule
✔ Perfect for couples, students, companies, friends & families

How your city experience works

✔ Instant ticket purchase
✔ Easy access via the World City Trail app
✔ Quick setup with your booking details
✔ Start anytime and explore freely
✔ Pause and resume anytime

Why travelers choose this tour

✔ Instant access after purchase
✔ Optional AI voice narration — listen instead of read
✔ Discover top attractions & food spots
✔ Customize your route anytime

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Attractions

Porto is a city shaped by the Douro River, where colorful riverside houses, granite churches, and centuries of maritime trade have created one of Portugal’s most distinctive destinations. Steep streets climb from the historic waterfront to lively squares and panoramic viewpoints, revealing a city renowned for its rich heritage, striking architecture, and world famous port wine.

The Porto Scavenger Hunt and Self Guided Tour invites you to uncover the city’s character through a route filled with surprises and discoveries. Solve location based puzzles as you weave through historic neighborhoods, cross iconic landmarks, and explore hidden corners, uncovering the traditions, craftsmanship, and remarkable events that have made Porto a gateway to Portugal for generations.

About Porto Scavenger Hunt

4.6

★★★★★

Average duration: 2 hours

Languages: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese

Walking Distance: 34 mins and 2.5 km.

Highlights of Porto Scavenger Hunt

Play

Solve location based puzzles. Use logic, imagination and observation. No knowledge required.

Learn

Uncover fun facts, local legends and information about the attractions and the city.

Walk

Who doesn’t love walking as a way to explore a city? Do it at your own pace and discover hidden gems.

Flexibility

Start anytime. Time is with you and not against you. Customise your route. Snap photos as you go.

Team Building in Porto: Discover the Art of Going with the Flow

Strengthen Team Connections in Portugal’s City of Hills, Heritage, and Riverside Charm

A Team Building Activity in Porto is an invitation to embrace spontaneity, adaptability, and shared experiences in one of Europe’s most charismatic cities. Built on steep streets and shaped by the Douro River, Porto teaches teams that every challenge can be approached from different angles and that progress often comes through cooperation and flexibility. This interactive adventure encourages participants to navigate unexpected situations, rely on one another’s strengths, and celebrate each success as a group. The city’s authentic atmosphere and strong sense of identity create a setting where conversations flow naturally and teamwork develops organically. Ideal for companies, students, and groups of friends, this experience transforms Porto into a journey where discovery, trust, and collective achievements become the foundations of unforgettable memories.

Locations and Route (Show Map)

In the map you can check the optimised route. You can change the order and adjust it according to your needs.

Download the World City Trail app from the store and after the purchase you will receive a booking reference. Fill in your details and you are ready to go!

Step into a world where history isn’t just told—it’s solved. Experience the ultimate Porto Scavenger Hunt and self-guided tour. This interactive adventure merges a city-wide challenge with sightseeing, offering the most affordable way to explore the “Cidade Invicta.” Without schedules or pressure, you’ll solve multilingual riddles and enjoy an immersive journey through a city where blue-tiled walls, Baroque spires, and legendary wine cellars create an atmosphere of pure Atlantic magic.

We have carefully curated the best route in Porto, connecting 10 of the city’s most important attractions into one seamless, walkable journey. Starting at the breathtaking São Bento station, world-famous for its historic tile panels, you can use our customizable route feature to adjust the order of checkpoints based on your needs. Your journey takes you to the towering heights of the Clérigos Tower and the enchanting Livraria Lello, widely considered the most beautiful bookstore in the world. You will solve puzzles amidst the sculptures of Jardim da Cordoaria and admire the Baroque elegance of Igreja da Misericórdia before entering the opulent Bolsa Palace. The path leads you from the gilded brilliance of the Church of St. Francis to the vibrant, colorful spirit of Ribeira Square. Finally, you will pass the moving Alminhas of the Bridge shrine before concluding your quest atop the iconic Luís I Bridge, where the city and the Douro River unfold beneath you.

Discover the mercantile secrets of the Bolsa Palace and the lively energy of the Ribeira district before finishing your journey. Conclude your quest having experienced the city’s finest gems for the lowest price available. Whether you are solving riddles in the shadow of the Clérigos Tower or navigating the picturesque Douro waterfront, you are enjoying an enriching walk of discovery while uncovering the soul of the city with this unique experience.

Important information about Porto Scavenger Hunt

Smartphone

You will need a fully charged smartphone with internet access and World City Trail app.

Self Guided Tour

Nobody will wait for you. Start anytime and do it at your own pace. Pause and resume anytime.

Not Suitable

For wheelchair users, people with mobility impairments or unaccompanied children.

Important

You don’t have to pay any entry fees.

Explore the attractions of Porto Scavenger Hunt

São Bento Station – starting point of Porto Scavenger Hunt and city tour

To start exploring the city you can start from São Bento Station. Housed in a grand Beaux-Arts building, this iconic station is world-renowned for its vestibule adorned with 20,000 hand-painted azulejo tiles that depict the sweeping history of Portugal. As you walk through the station’s main hall, you will discover a breathtaking fusion of functional transportation and fine art, where cinematic blue-and-white murals bring the country’s ancient battles and rural traditions to life.

Igreja dos Clérigos

It is a well-decorated Baroque church that is located in Porto. This church has a lot to attract the viewers and the most attractive thing about it is the tall bell tower. It looks even more amazing when illuminated at night. The church was opened in 1750.

Livraria Lello

You might be surprised to know that it is a bookstore, but it is like no other bookstore in Porto. It is a historical bookstore of Porto as it opened in 1881. Apart from being an old place, this place has an amazing art nouveau architectural style making it beautiful. Like most other places it also looks stunning in the evening when illuminated.

Cordoaria’s Garden

An escape from the busy city streets, it is a lush green garden that is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city. Not only is this park beautiful because of its plantations but it is a historic urban park that contains some amazing sculptures. All in all, this park has a very serene vibe to it with a huge variety of plants and trees.

Misericórdia Church

Every city has some places which have more importance than any other place and this church is the perfect example for Porto. It is one of the most important heritage sites from the Renaissance period in Porto. The church building dates back to the 18th century. While the exterior is unique, the interior of this church comes with some stunning views as well.

Bolsa Palace

The palace was built in the 19th century, so it is considered a historical site in Porto. It is located in the center of the city, so it is very easily accessible. On top of everything is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its historical importance and architectural class,

Church Of St Francis

The older buildings usually have a Gothic architectural style, and this church is the perfect example of this. It is not only stunning from its exterior, but the interior is also outstanding because of the decoration. It is located right in the historic center of Porto, and it is also a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Ribeira Square

If you are done with exploring the buildings and parks, then it is some time for visiting the shops and stalls. It is a historical square in Porto that is mainly famous for its beautiful buildings. However, for you, the main attraction can be the stalls and stores. There you can try out some local street food items as well as shop some local traditional things that you cannot do anywhere else in the world.

Alminhas of the Bridge

Tucked into a humble archway near the riverfront, this evocative bronze relief serves as a poignant memorial to the thousands of citizens who lost their lives during the Napoleonic invasion of 1809. As you pause before this flickering shrine often adorned with fresh flowers and candles, you will discover a deeply sacred local landmark that honors the city’s resilience and the tragic history of the bridge of boats.

Luís I Bridge – ending point of Porto Scavenger Hunt and city tour

Bridges always bring some unique type of beauty with them. While there are city sights on one side, the sight of a river or canal going through the city looks stunning as well on the other side. Porto is already an amazing city, and this bridge makes it even more beautiful. Locals consider it as the icon of the city with the sights like those near before.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Porto Scavenger Hunt by World City Trail?

The Porto Scavenger Hunt is a self-guided, interactive walking tour and game with optional AI voice narration that lets you explore the city with your smartphone. You solve clues and unlock locations at your own pace while learning about Porto’s history and landmarks.

Do I need a guide or a reservation?

No, you don’t need a guide or a scheduled time. The tour is self-guided and available anytime after purchase. You simply activate it through the World City Trail app when you’re ready to start.

How long does the Scavenger Hunt take?

Most players complete the experience in 2 to 3 hours, but there’s no time limit. You can pause and resume anytime.

Is it suitable for families or kids?

Yes, the tour is family-friendly and designed for players of all ages. It’s ideal for couples, companies, families, groups of friends, or solo travelers.

What languages is the game available in?

The Porto Scavenger Hunt is available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Dutch. You can choose your preferred language directly in the World City Trail app.

How do I access the tour after booking?

After booking, download the World City Trail app from the App Store or Google Play. Use the booking reference we send you by email to unlock your tour in the app.

How many people can play with one purchase?

Buy one ticket per player, all in one purchase. We recommend teams of up to 5 players. Larger groups can split into several teams. Everyone can follow the game on their own phone.

What do I need to bring for the game?

Just a charged smartphone with internet access (mobile data and not Wi-Fi) and comfortable walking shoes. No printed materials are needed.

Does my booking support a cause?

Yes. Every purchase helps support stray cats and dogs in Greece by funding food, water, and medical care in cooperation with various local organizations.

Is this a guided tour or a game?

Think of it as the best of both worlds. It’s a scavenger hunt that acts as your personal tour guide. You get the high-quality insights of an optional voice narration mixed with the interactive fun of a city-wide challenge. You are the guide—you lead the way using our mobile app, making the decisions on when to explore and when to take a break for a famous francesinha or a glass of world-renowned Port wine.

Do I need to be a history buff to enjoy this?

Not at all! While we love a good story about the Age of Discovery and the secrets of Portuguese Baroque, we focus on making history relatable, witty, and fun. If you like stunning tiled facades, dramatic river views, and a bit of a mental challenge, you’re in exactly the right place.

Do I need mobile data on my phone?

Yes, we recommend having a reliable data plan. Porto is a modern tech hub, but signal strength can fluctuate when you are deep within the thick stone walls of the Bolsa Palace or navigating the narrow, winding alleys of the Ribeira district. For the smoothest experience with our GPS navigation and audio narrations, a 4G/5G connection is your best friend.

What if my group gets stuck on a riddle?

Don’t worry, we won’t leave you stranded at the bridge! The interface includes a built-in hint system to help you get back on track. It’s designed to be challenging enough to feel rewarding, but intuitive enough to ensure you keep moving and enjoying your walk through this historic maritime city.

Can we play this as a competition?

Absolutely. While you can work together as one team, larger groups often split into smaller units to see who can solve the mysteries of Porto the fastest. It’s a fantastic way to add a competitive “Play” element to your sightseeing—winner gets to pick the best spot for sunset drinks in the charming Cais de Gaia!

88 reviews for Porto Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour

Rated 5 out of 5

United States – 24/09/2023

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Good way to self explore.
Rated 5 out of 5

Germany – 19/09/2023

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Super cool. Wir haben noch viel entdecken k?nnen und hatten sehr viel Spa?. Zu dem Preis mehr als fair.
Rated 5 out of 5

France – 05/09/2023

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Activit? agr?able et facile ? faire. Nous avons pass? un tr?s bon moment.
Rated 4 out of 5

Germany – 02/09/2023

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Es war mal etwas anderes
Rated 5 out of 5

Spain – 28/08/2023

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Muy divertido. Es una forma de que los m?s peque?os se animen en la visita de los monumentos m?s importantes, buscando las pista propuestas.
Rated 4 out of 5

France – 26/08/2023

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Jeux sympa Fait gagner du temps dans l organisation
Rated 5 out of 5

Anne– France – 24/08/2023

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Une activit? plut?t bon march? qui nous a permis de d?couvrir de fa?on ludique la ville de porto. ? recommander , surtout en d?but de s?jour
Rated 5 out of 5

Thorsten– Germany – 24/08/2023

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Tolles Erlebnis
Rated 5 out of 5

Perez– France – 22/08/2023

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Super activit? qui vous permets de d?couvrir Porto ? votre rythme. La traduction en fran?ais est quasi parfaite (sauf 1 ou 2 explications en anglais – mais rien de p?nalisant). A faire en famille ou entre amis !
Rated 5 out of 5

Noan– France – 21/08/2023

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Ravis d’avoir test? cette activit?, nous ne connaissions pas du tout Porto, on l’a fait d?s notre arriv?e et cela nous a mis tout de suite dans le bain ! M?me si les ?nigmes ne sont pas terribles, c’est largement compens? par le super trajet et les diff?rents monuments propos?s (avec de br?ves mais suffisantes informations ? chaque site). Vous pouvez stopper l’activit? pour entrer visiter et m?me terminer le parcours sur plusieurs jours, chacun son rythme ! Tr?s pratique pour d?couvrir la ville en toute autonomie.
Rated 5 out of 5

Spain – 21/08/2023

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Perfectasa
Rated 5 out of 5

France – 13/08/2023

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super chasse au tresor enigme int?ressent et l’application tr?s interactive. je recommande un super rapport qualit? prix.
Rated 5 out of 5

Anke– Germany – 08/08/2023

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Hat uns sehr Spa? gemacht und hat die Kids zum Laufen motiviert
Rated 4 out of 5

France – 08/08/2023

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D?couverte de la ville ? pied. Des ?nigmes compl?tent l’activit?.
Rated 3 out of 5

SEBASTIEN– France – 24/07/2023

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Le principe est bien mais l’application pour se d?placer d’un lieu ? l’autre est catastrophique, impr?cise ce qui g?che le plaisir. Vraiment dommage car le principe est tres bien
Rated 5 out of 5

Franziska– Germany – 23/07/2023

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Kurzweilig, interessant, witzig und sehr zu empfehlen!
Rated 4 out of 5

France – 21/07/2023

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Parcours int?ressant qui permet de d?couvrir les points d’int?r?t de la vile ? pied. Cependant, parfois certaines questions n’?taient pas tr?s claires.
Rated 4 out of 5

France – 14/07/2023

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Pas utile. Moyen.
Rated 4 out of 5

Germany – 14/07/2023

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sehr gut
Rated 5 out of 5

Germany – 14/07/2023

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Sch?ne Schnitzeljagd mit netten kleinen R?tseln. Besonders gut hat uns allen der Informationsteil gefallen. Zwar sind wir schon l?nger in Porto und waren an vielen der gesuchten Sehensw?rdigkeiten schon, doch mit den Informationen dazu, haben wir es viel bewusster wahrgenommen. Das Preis-Leistungs-Verh?ltnis war gelungen.
Rated 5 out of 5

Charlotte– Denmark – 01/07/2023

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Virkelig sjov og sp?ndende
Rated 4 out of 5

Germany – 30/06/2023

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Hatte Spa? bei der Schnitzeljagt. Die Fragen k?nnten interessanter sein. Noch ein bisschen mehr allgemeines Hintergrundwissen h?tte ich gut gefunden.
Rated 5 out of 5

VILAIN– Belgium – 10/06/2023

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Top activit? qui permet de visiter ? son rythme sans devoir suivre un guide et c’est tr?s amusant en plus ! Je conseille vivement
Rated 4 out of 5

France – 18/05/2023

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Tr?s bonne id?e pour d?couvrir la ville. Mais peu de contenu pour le prix. Un peu cher, prix affich? ? 3.5€ mais en r?alit? 7€ ! C’est dommage, il y a des monuments importants qui ne sont pas ?voqu?s et pourtant dans le trac? du circuit et par contre plusieurs qui ont moins d’int?r?t ou similaire… ?nigmes tout de m?me int?ressantes.
Rated 4 out of 5

NOIRAULT– France – 12/05/2023

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Il y a parfois quelques bugs, notament une traduction fran?aise qui n’a pas ?t? dispo dans la gare, on avait de l’anglais. J’ai vraiment appr?ci? la difficult? des ?preuves jusqu’aux aiguilles de l’horloge, apr?s je trouvais ?a un peu trop facile et moins recherch? dans l’?nigme.
Rated 5 out of 5

Spain – 01/05/2023

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Muy divertido para hacer con amigos! La utilizamos en una despedida de soltera y todas coincidimos en que fue una actividad muy entretenida y que volver?amos a usarla en otros viajes
Rated 4 out of 5

France – 26/04/2023

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Dommage qu’il n’y ait pas un “tr?sor” ? trouver ? la fin du parcours (goodie, badge..)
Rated 4 out of 5

France – 23/04/2023

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Tr?s cher pour 10 pauvres questions seulement. Le concept est sympa mais trop court et beaucoup trop cher.
Rated 4 out of 5

Juliette– France – 19/04/2023

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Activit? tr?s sympa pour d?couvrir une ville inconnue 🙂
Rated 4 out of 5

United States – 04/04/2023

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Fun, after we got the hang of it
Rated 4 out of 5

Cristina– Portugal – 27/03/2023

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O in?cio foi complicado, n?o est? atualizado com as obras da cidade e perde-se muito tempo com isso
Rated 4 out of 5

Maurine– Belgium – 12/03/2023

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It was nice discovering places in the city but we didn’t see all the interesting places to visit. It was a little bit short and we were disappointed that we didn’t win anything at the end.
Rated 4 out of 5

France – 15/11/2022

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Activit? r?serv?e avec l’appli Get your guide. Activit? ? faire ? la tomb?e de la nuit, tr?s sympa pour les enfants. Dure en moyenne 1h
Rated 5 out of 5

Emma– France – 06/11/2022

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Juste parfait ! Nous avons organis? ?a pour un EVJF avec des gages sur place. C’?tait top!!!
Rated 4 out of 5

Germany – 24/10/2022

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Die F?hrung hat nicht so gut funktioniert, wie gehofft. F?r den Preis okay.
Rated 4 out of 5

Germany – 29/09/2022

Collected on GetYourGuide
Super activit? avec mon ami pour d?couvrir la ville, on a prit bcp de plaisir. Cependant, c’est pass? vite
Rated 5 out of 5

France – 20/09/2022

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A faire
Rated 4 out of 5

United Kingdom – 12/09/2022

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Good if you haven’t visited the main tourist sites
Rated 5 out of 5

Spain – 11/09/2022

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Los enigmas son f?ciles de resolver y la distancia entre sitios es corta as? q es muy c?modo de jugar y visitas los sitios m?s t?picos de la ciudad.
Rated 5 out of 5

Austria – 22/08/2022

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Eine wirklich gute Idee zum Stadt erkunden. Wir haben f?r alle R?tsel so 1:30 Stunden gebraucht, aber da wir es an unserem letzten Tag in Porto gespielt haben, kannten wir uns auch schon recht gut aus in der Stadt. Die R?tsel bieten einen wirklich sch?nen Weg durch die Stadt, wobei man an sehr vielen Sehensw?rdigkeiten vorbeikommt, die nicht teil des R?tsels sind. Man kann also immer wieder kleine abstecher in Museen und Kirchen machen, w?hrend man am Weg zum n?chsten R?tsel ist. Die Schwierigkeit der R?tsel h?lt sich in Grenzen, man kann es also auch gut mit den Kindern spielen und sollte man mal anstehen, gibt es Tipps, die die l?sung erleichtern bzw. erk?ren.
Rated 5 out of 5

Spain – 08/08/2022

Collected on GetYourGuide
La experiencia extraordinaria. Un paseo en familia.
Rated 5 out of 5

United Arab Emirates – 07/08/2022

Collected on GetYourGuide
V good
Rated 5 out of 5

South Africa – 05/08/2022

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Loved this fun way to explore Porto at our own pace and all the information shared..
Rated 4 out of 5

Belgium – 20/07/2022

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Leuke ervaring, de puzzels zijn niet altijd even duidelijk, goede hulp van de helpdesk, sommige monumenten waren niet bereikbaar door de werken !
Rated 5 out of 5

Greece – 20/05/2022

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It was a very nice city tour and we enjoyed it a lot! I would highly recommend it to everyone! 🙂
Rated 5 out of 5

Greece – 16/05/2022

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Very nice once again, it is the ideal activity to begin your trip with!
Rated 5 out of 5

Switzerland – 17/03/2022

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It was an awesome activity!
Rated 5 out of 5

Greece – 16/03/2022

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Interactive way to get to know the attractions . Well designed game.
Rated 4 out of 5

France – 05/03/2022

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Tr?s sympa de d?couvrir la ville autrement. Peu d’informations sur le fonctionnement du site (pas d’application ? t?l?charger) en amont. Mais ?a a tr?s bien fonctionn? quand m?me.
Rated 5 out of 5

IanK – 18/11/2021

A beautiful city and a beautiful walk. We explored all of the narrow streets we met, sometimes we went to the opposite direction than the navigation said to take photos! Very smart riddles 🙂

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