
About André
I'm a local guide, based in Porto with over 10 years experience. I am extremely passionate about culture, heritage, and history. I love to meet people from all over the world, not only to share my knowledge about this country, but also to learn from them.
Years of experience & specialties
10+ years of experience delivering history, Jewish, art, gastronomy and wine tours
Languages I'm fluent in
Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French (beginner)
Favorite local cuisine
Probably any local seafood, it's always a must for me
Favorite things to do in Porto
Hiking parts of the Camino de Santiago and following the coastline from Porto to Vila do Conde
Private tours with André
Places André recommends in Porto

Espinho
On the Water
Festa de São João do Porto
Live Events
Queima das Fitas
Live EventsArrábida
Clérigos Church and Tower
ViewpointsMiragaia
Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis
MuseumsMiragaia
Penha Sanctuary
Hikes
Douro Estuary
ParksVila Nova de Gaia
World of Discoveries
MuseumsMiragaia
Guimarães
Historic Landmark
Sé do Porto Cathedral
ViewpointsRibeira
Aveiro
On the Water
Vilar de Mouros
Live Events

Casa dos Presuntos "Xico"
TascasBonfimRestaurante Teresa
Casual
Casa Guedes Tradicional
TascasBolhão
O Buraco
TascasBolhão
O Calhambeque
CasualMiragaia
Ora Viva
CasualRibeira
Cantina 32
CasualRibeira
Restaurant O Comercial
Fine DiningRibeira
Confeitaria Império
Bakeries/CafesBolhão
Ponto 2
Bakeries/CafesBoavista
Mercado do Bolhão
Food MarketsBolhão
Confeitaria do Bolhão
Bakeries/CafesBolhão

Bonaparte Downtown
BarsMiragaia
Castle Rock Pub & Hotel
BarsMiragaia
Embaixada do Porto
BarsMiragaia
Cibinho
BarsRibeira
Heaven’s Bell
BarsBonfim
Hard Club
Live MusicRibeira
Wish You Were Here
BarsLapa
Rendez Vous Club
BarsMiragaia
Casa do Livro
BarsMiragaia
Era Uma Vez em Paris
BarsMiragaia
Base Porto
BarsMiragaia
Terrace Lounge @ Espaço Porto Cruz
BarsVila Nova de Gaia
What travelers say about André
5.0(30 reviews)- Richard5 out of 5Nov 2024
Porto Jewish Tour (3 Hours)
This was a very fascinating and educational tour. Andre' was knowledgeable, friendly and funny. I highly recommend him as a tour guide. He simply was the best.
- Gene V.5 out of 5Sep 2024
André Pereira is an outstanding guide. He is very knowledgeable, personable and very thorough in his presentation. We very much enjoyed the personal walking tour of Porto from a perspective of a local. We would highly recommend immersing into the culture of Porto with André.
- Laurie5 out of 5Aug 2024
Porto Private Tour (3 Hours)
Andre was very knowledgable, friendly, and funny. He took us to places we wouldn't have found on our own, and had a deep understanding of Porto's history. Highly recommended!
- Rob K.5 out of 5Jun 2024
Andre was knowledgeable and interacted well with whole family. We saw a lot of Porto and he helped us get into the bookstore very quickly which was awesome. We had a good feel for the city at the end and feel comfortable exploring the rest on our own. At end he had some green wine tasting which was nice.
- Risa M.5 out of 5May 2024
This was a very fascinating and educational tour. Andre' was knowledgeable, friendly and funny. I highly recommend him as a tour guide. He simply was the best.
- Paul S.5 out of 5Apr 2024
Great and knowledgeable tour guide. I will recommend highly. It was very nice walk with lots of things to see . Most importantly it was custom for our small group.
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