Mateus Palace Day Trip
Day Trip Details
We'll pick you up at the designated time in front of the Lapa Church and, from this spot in Porto, we'll head east, crossing the beautiful landscapes of the vineyards of the valley of the Duoro River.
After an approximately 1 hour bus ride, we'll reach Mateus Palace. This Baroque mansion from 1747 is today managed by the Fundação de Casa de Mateus (Mateus Foundation), created in 1970 to preserve the palace's heritage, its gardens, and its winery.
Once there, we'll visit the interior of the house-museum of the Mateus Palace. During this 25-minute tour, you'll discover the different rooms of this beautiful mansion. We'll see the original 18th-century furniture and learn about the history of the decorative pieces that stand out in the palace. Tables, chairs, tapestries, chests, paintings, lamps…This house has so many pieces of art!
After the tour of the palace's interior, you can explore the chapel and gardens of the Mateus Palace at your own pace. Its different flowerbeds and paths among trees will transport you back to the 18th century. These gardens also feature vegetable gardens, vineyards, and an artificial pond reflecting the palace's facade.
Once you've finished your stroll around the chapel and the palace's gardens, you'll regroup with the guide to tour the 16th-century winery of the Mateus Palace. In this unique site, which was built before the mansion, we'll enjoy a tasting of 3 Port Denominación de Origen wines.
After the tasting, we'll return to the meeting point in Porto, where we'll conclude this day trip of 6 hours.
More Information
Duration
6 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Transport by bus
Admission to Mateus Palace
English–speaking guide
Tasting of 3 Port wines
Not included
Food
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 1 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Carristur Corporate name: CARRISTUR, Inovação em Transporte Registered Office: Av. Dr. Augusto Castro, Lisbon, Portugal Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): PT501597395 Contact information: Send an email to the provider o call This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Lapa Church
