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15 Fado Shows in Porto Worth Booking

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The 15 best fado shows in Porto you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.

Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine - The three Casa do Fado settings
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Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

1.Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,498 reviews · 1 hour · from $23Our pick

Spend one hour at Casa do Fado in Porto’s old center with live singers and Portuguese guitarists. Hear fado in a former cellar, workshop, or convent pantry, learn its origins from the hosts, and enjoy one glass of Port wine. Ricardo, Diogo, and Carla have been praised for their warmth and skill.

“A must do event in a magnificent venue with such talented musicians. Even though we don’t speak the language we felt the meaning, passion and soul. Incredible experience.”

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Porto: Cálem Cellar Tour, Fado Show & Wine Tasting - Meeting at Cálem on the Vila Nova de Gaia side
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Porto: Cálem Cellar Tour, Fado Show & Wine Tasting

2.Cálem Cellar Tour, Fado Show & Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,530 reviews · 1h 15m · from $33

At Cálem’s winery, an English-speaking guide leads you through 30 minutes of port-making history before a 45-minute Fado performance with male and female singers, Portuguese and classical guitars, and two tastings: white port and special reserve tawny.

“100% worth the money. short tour followed by fado show ( 2x singers), two glasses of wine”

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Porto: Authentic Fado Show, Port Wine & Handmade Instruments - A one-hour introduction to Fado
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Porto: Authentic Fado Show, Port Wine & Handmade Instruments

3.Authentic Fado Show, Port Wine & Handmade Instruments

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,737 reviews · from $21

At Casa da Guitarra near Dom Luís Bridge, you’ll hear live Fado with Portuguese guitar, learn about traditional instruments through video and exhibits, and enjoy one glass of Port wine. The one-hour show takes place in an intimate instrument shop and concert room, with hosts speaking English, Portuguese, Spanish, or French.

“Experience was great, not too crowded and really good sound. Was funny interacting during the song. There is one glass of porto offered, would be great maybe 2 to sing better!”

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Porto: Live Fado Concert with Glass of Tawny Port Wine - Entering the Ribeira auditorium on Rua de São João
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Porto: Live Fado Concert with Glass of Tawny Port Wine

4.Live Fado Concert with Glass of Tawny Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,535 reviews · from $19

At Fado na Baixa, four singers and musicians present a one-hour guide to Portuguese Fado, from Lisbon tradition to Coimbra songs and Amália Rodrigues. Short films and audio content explain the music in several languages, while you enjoy a glass of Tawny Port in a 19th-century auditorium near the Douro.

“An entertaining and informative evening. The film interweaved with the live performances gave a perfect explanation of the history and practice of Fado. Very recommended for an authentic Porto experience.”

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Porto: Fado Concert in Porto's Most Beautiful House - The welcome: Port wine and a sweet bite
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Porto: Fado Concert in Porto’s Most Beautiful House

5.Fado Concert in Porto’s Most Beautiful House

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,201 reviews · 1 hour · from $22

Spend an hour with skilled Fado singers and musicians in Porto’s Menina Colina or Palacete mansion. You’ll hear traditional Portuguese songs, learn about Fado and its instruments, admire the 19th-century rooms, and enjoy complimentary Port wine, with pastries sometimes offered as a welcome treat.

“The Fado concert was first class — it felt very private and intimate in this beautifully ornamented building. The Fado singer was exceptional; I can highly recommend it.”

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Porto: The highest-rated traditional fado concert (downtown) - The opening talk and glass of Port
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Porto: The highest-rated traditional fado concert (downtown)

6.The highest-rated traditional fado concert (downtown)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,130 reviews · from $19

At Ideal Clube de Fado in central Porto, you’ll hear professional singers and Portuguese guitarists perform classic Fado in an intimate, historically focused venue. Expect about 12 songs, two guitar instrumentals, occasional introductions, and one glass of Port wine during the one-hour concert.

“The performance was good. The place had no air conditioning and was so hot inside. They either need fans or air.”

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Porto: An Intimate Fado Show in a Historical Tavern - The opening set: Coimbra Fado and university traditions
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Porto: An Intimate Fado Show in a Historical Tavern

7.An Intimate Fado Show in a Historical Tavern

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,093 reviews · from $21

In Porto’s old Miragaia quarter, you’ll spend one hour in the Fado Maior do Porto tavern hearing two Fado traditions. A Coimbra ensemble brings university-born poetry and longing, followed by traditional Fado with powerful vocals, Portuguese guitar, classic guitar, and port wine.

“I especially appreciated the friendly reception of the girl who greeted the customers and supplied the port”

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Porto: Traditional Fado Show at Sao Bento with Port Wine - Finding the room inside São Bento Station
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Porto: Traditional Fado Show at Sao Bento with Port Wine

8.Traditional Fado Show at Sao Bento with Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 882 reviews · from $19

Meet inside São Bento Station for a one-hour Fado performance led by singer Margarida with guitarists Antonio and Hugo. You’ll hear traditional songs, learn about Fado and its instruments in several languages, and choose one of four Port wines. Seating is limited, so the setting feels personal and close.

“Nice experience and live interaction with Fado Music. Definitely you have to try it!”

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Ideal Clube de Fado - The singers and the emotional force of Fado
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Ideal Clube de Fado

9.Ideal Clube de Fado

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 638 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $25Top rated

Spend about an hour at Ideal Clube de Fado in central Porto, where two singers and guitarists perform traditional Fado in a small vintage venue. Expect a serious listening atmosphere, striking Portuguese guitar, and a small glass of port. Mobile tickets and free cancellation up to 24 hours are included.

“One hour was the perfect break in our busy day. The singing and instrumentals were melodious. The small venue ensured everyone had a clear view of the artists. I recommend it for anyone wanting to hear Fado in a soothing environment. Hint: Skip the touristy restaurant next door.”

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Porto: Live Portuguese Fado Experience with Port Wine - The opening: Lisbon Fado, where the form began
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Porto: Live Portuguese Fado Experience with Port Wine

10.Live Portuguese Fado Experience with Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 554 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $19

At Fado na Baixa, four artists present the story of Portuguese Fado through live male and female vocals, Portuguese guitar, short videos, and personal accounts in several languages. You’ll hear Lisbon and Coimbra styles, learn about Amália Rodrigues, and taste Tawny Port in an intimate, accessible auditorium.

“Apart from what we already expected (depressing music), the actual event was awful. Half the time your watching a prerecorded video on screen and then the singing on stage… your made to join in, my humming which is awkward, it just goes on and on. Everyone shuffling in chairs waiting to leave but too embarrassed to just walk out. Ruined our evening”

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Fado by Casa da Guitarra - Inside Casa da Guitarra
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Fado by Casa da Guitarra

11.Fado by Casa da Guitarra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 438 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $24

Spend an hour at Casa da Guitarra hearing Portuguese fado performed by two singers and skilled guitarists. The compact evening show includes Portuguese guitar and viola de fado, a short port wine break, and a central Porto setting near the cathedral and Luís I Bridge.

“Incredible musicians, friendly staff, an intimate space with a complimentary glass of port wine. What’s not to love? The room does get warm, so be aware of that in case you overheat easily. Otherwise, this is a great venue to see a fado show.”

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Porto: Fonseca Cellar Tour & Fado Show with Optional Dinner - Inside Fonseca, from 1815 to the Douro Valley
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Porto: Fonseca Cellar Tour & Fado Show with Optional Dinner

12.Fonseca Cellar Tour & Fado Show with Optional Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 362 reviews · 1.5 - 4 hours · from $29

Start at 6pm with Fonseca’s cellars, where guides such as Daniela and Luca explain Port production and aging. Taste Bin 27 and Siroco beside live Fado in the barrel room, then add dinner at WOW Porto with sea bass, wine, coffee, and dessert.

“This is a must do in Porto. The fado music was wonderful and well explained by the singer. The location in the wine cellar makes it more special. The tour was sorry but very informative with an excellent guide.”

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Porto: Cálem Cellar Tour, Live Fado Show and Wine Tasting - Getting to Cálem in Vila Nova de Gaia
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Porto: Cálem Cellar Tour, Live Fado Show and Wine Tasting

13.Cálem Cellar Tour, Live Fado Show and Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 295 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $33

Meet at Cálem in Vila Nova de Gaia at 5:45 pm for a 30-minute cellar and museum visit, then settle in for 45 minutes of live Fado. You will taste Cálem Fine White and 10 Years Old Tawny while a male and female singer perform with Portuguese and Fado guitars.

“Lovely tour. The explanation/wine tour was a little long and repetitive. Show was nice. Porto was good”

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Porto: The Authentic Fado Concert with Port Wine - Arriving at Clube Fluvial Portuense
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Porto: The Authentic Fado Concert with Port Wine

14.The Authentic Fado Concert with Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 188 reviews · from $19

At Cais do Fado in Cais de Gaia, you’ll hear local musicians perform traditional Portuguese Fado in an intimate venue overlooking Porto. Your one-hour visit includes a glass of Poças Port, or juice or water, with English, French, and Spanish assistance available.

“It was very lovely and wine was great! Highly recommended if you want to experience a bit from Portuguese culture!”

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“Porto: Fado Show with Guided Tour in a Historic Monastery” - The monastery tour comes before the music
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“Porto: Fado Show with Guided Tour in a Historic Monastery”

15.“Porto: Fado Show with Guided Tour in a Historic Monastery”

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 164 reviews · 1h 30m · from $15Best value

Spend 90 minutes at Porto’s São Bento da Vitória Monastery with a local English, Portuguese, or Spanish-speaking guide, then hear a Fado singer with Portuguese guitar and Fado viola. The $15 visit includes Port wine, monk-made Singeverga liqueur, and time to browse monastic products.

“We loved the Fado show and the history lesson about the monastery. Beautiful building !”

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