About Magda
Hi, I’m Magda! I’d love to host you in my hometown of Porto. My tours focus on Architecture, Art, and History, but Porto’s charm goes beyond that—traditions, legends, secrets, and food. My goal is to share what makes our city truly unique.
Years of experience & specialties
I have two years of experience as a licensed guide and a degree in Art History. I specialize in History, Art, and Architecture, and I love designing tailor-made tours.
Languages I'm fluent in
Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French
Favorite local cuisine
Francesinha
Favorite things to do in Porto
Going for a stroll in a park or along the seafront, then catching an exhibition or a movie at a local cinema
Places Magda recommends in Porto
Monção
Day Trips
Feira Nacional de Artesanato
Seasonal Events/Festivals
Parque Arqueológico do Vale do Côa
Historic Landmark
Jardim Botânico do Porto
ParksArrábida
Casa-Museu Marta Ortigão Sampaio
MuseumsBoavista
Mercado da Alegria
MarketsFoz do Douro
Torre da Igreja do Marquês
Historic LandmarkLapa
Serralves em Festa
Seasonal Events/FestivalsSerralves
Urban Market
Markets
Passadiços de Vila do Conde
Hikes
Centro Português de Fotografia (Portuguese Centre of Photography)
MuseumsVitória
Vila do Conde
Day Trips
Taberna de Santo António
CasualMiragaia
Conga - Casa das Bifanas
CasualBolhão
Restaurante Pedro Lemos
Fine DiningFoz do Douro
Alibi By YoursPorto
CasualRibeira
Mercado Municipal de Matosinhos
Food Markets
Borboleta
CasualMassarelos
Tasca da Badalhoca
TascasSerralves
A Grade
CasualRibeira
Confeitaria Petúlia
Bakeries/CafesMassarelos
Restaurante O Escondidinho
Fine DiningBolhão
Brasão Aliados
Big Group FriendlyBolhão
Natas D’Ouro
Bakeries/CafesBolhão
Magda on the Gaido blog
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