Sightseeing Cruises

6 Bridges Douro River Cruise

4.3/5(826)

Jesus O

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Good morning, it was a very great experience, especially since I'm passionate about boating. It was a more in-depth way to visit Porto with a view of the bridges that would be impossible without this boat tour. Fantastic panoramic views of Porto from the river, very good customer service from the company we booked with, and prompt departures and arrivals. Thank you so much for everything. Jesús and Tania

Antonio T

Family

Verified booking

Last week

If you are visiting Porto, the Six Bridges Cruise (Cruzeiro das 6 Pontes) is one of the absolute must-do activities. It's a relaxing, enjoyable, and very photogenic way to discover the city's history and architecture from the Douro River.

Elodie B

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

This cruise is very enjoyable, and the cellar visit is very interesting, complete with a tasting of 2 wines. The schedule was actually quite flexible in the end; you do have to book a time slot for the cellar, but it can be before or after the cruise.

Timothy B

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

It was an Easy journey from start to end with making the booking and then a really great relaxing experience on the cruise - A MUST experience for any visitor to Porto or Gaia - see both cities from a different perspective.

Victoria J

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The boat ride is ideal because the place is truly magical! Stunning bridges, a breeze along the riverbank, charming colorful houses, and when you reach the boarding point, musicians livening up the place. Gorgeous! The boat is genuinely authentic!!

Rory G

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

A pleasurable cruise up and down the river seeing all the 6 bridges and a wonderful perspective of the city. Leaving from the main city area made it very easy and convenient to get to. Loved it!

Set sail on a 50-minute Douro River cruise, gliding beneath Porto’s six iconic bridges aboard a traditional Rabelo boat.

Marvel at panoramic views of Porto’s UNESCO-listed city center and the vibrant riverbanks of Vila Nova de Gaia.

Discover the unique history and architecture of each bridge as you cruise past riverside landmarks and picturesque towns.

Frequent daily departures make it easy to fit this scenic cruise into any Porto itinerary.

Enhance your journey with a cellar visit and audio guide insights, available on select ticket options.

50-minute 6 Bridges cruise along the Douro River

Boarding from Cais de Ribeira or Cais de Gaia (as per option selected)

Guided tour of Calem Cellars with tasting (as per option selected)

Audio guide in 16 languages (as per option selected)

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Food and drinks

Personal expenses

Gratuities

TOTAL DURATION50 minutes
FREQUENCYEvery 30 to 50 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Timeline
Map
2 Boarding points
Cais de Ribeira
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Cais de Gaia
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Sights covered
D. Luís Bridge
Infante Bridge
D. Maria Pia Bridge
S. João Bridge
Freixo Bridge
Arrábida Bridge
Church of Saint Francis
Stock Exchange Palace
Port Wine Museum
Massarelos Church
Afurada
Crystal Palace
Tram Car Museum
Serra do Pilar Monastery

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Jesus O
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Good morning, it was a very great experience, especially since I'm passionate about boating. It was a more in-depth way to visit Porto with a view of the bridges that would be impossible without this boat tour. Fantastic panoramic views of Porto from the river, very good customer service from the company we booked with, and prompt departures and arrivals. Thank you so much for everything. Jesús and Tania
Rory G
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
A pleasurable cruise up and down the river seeing all the 6 bridges and a wonderful perspective of the city. Leaving from the main city area made it very easy and convenient to get to. Loved it!
Max L
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The Six Bridges cruise on the Douro River is a tour along the waters of this iconic river, offering scenery that blends the historic and the extraordinary. Porto is incredible, there's no doubt about it!
Frances W
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
Beautiful views. Comfortable and easy to enjoy the sights. I could not say the same for the audio guide. I wish first if all that there was a real live tour guide. However if pre-recorded audio must be used, it should not require downloading an app. The app was also glitchy as it pauses whenever I used my phone to record a photo (not good for a tourist!) and would have to spend time to reload the whole thing everytime it is reopened. Overall, I was not able to effectively listen to the audio at all.
Antonio T
Family
Verified booking
Last week
If you are visiting Porto, the Six Bridges Cruise (Cruzeiro das 6 Pontes) is one of the absolute must-do activities. It's a relaxing, enjoyable, and very photogenic way to discover the city's history and architecture from the Douro River.

What to bring

Bring comfortable shoes, a sun hat, and comfortable clothing.

Bring headphones and a fully charged smartphone if you wish to use the audio guide via mobile app.

What’s not allowed

Smoking, luggage, and large bags are not allowed on this experience.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Children must be accompanied by adults at all times.

Note: A minimum of two people is required per booking.

Picked the cruise and cellar visit option? You can do both experiences on separate days.

The cruise is subject to weather and navigation conditions; the itinerary may change without prior notice.

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