MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting in Porto, Portugal
Porto, Portugal

MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting

Outty Ranking 47 3.1 · 132 traveler reviews1.7 hoursFrom $23
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Outty Ranking

47/100

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Traveler rating

3.1/5

Based on 132 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting worth booking?

MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting is a 1.7-hour experience in Porto, Portugal, from $23 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.1/5 rating across 132 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
47 / 100
Rating
3.1/5 (132)
Duration
1.7 hours
From
$23 per person

Climb aboard the fun Magic Train for a 2-hour Port wine tasting tour of Porto. Visit one of the oldest wine cellars in Portugal, stop for 2 Port wine tastings, and marvel at the Romanesque monuments of the historic center, including S.Bento, Aliados, St. Catarina, Cathedral and more. During the all tour you'll have audio guided tour and see the city from a very interesting perspective.

What you get

    About this experience

    Climb aboard the fun Magic Train for a 2-hour Port wine tasting tour of Porto. Visit one of the oldest wine cellars in Portugal, stop for 2 Port wine tastings, and marvel at the Romanesque monuments of the historic center, including S.Bento, Aliados, St. Catarina, Cathedral and more. During the all tour you'll have audio guided tour and see the city from a very interesting perspective.

    What's included

    Included

    • Wine tasting (2)
    • Sightseeing train tour around the city center
    • Audio guide

    Not included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Food and drinks, unless specified

    What you'll see and do

    1. Magic Train

      START

      2 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Catedral do Porto

      Pass by.

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Ponte Infante Dom Henrique

      Pass over.

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Real Companhia Velha

      Guided tour and have 2 port wine tastings.

      55 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Dom Luis I Bridge

      See the bridge from the side.

      Pass by without stopping

    6. Praca da Batalha

      Pass by.

      Pass by without stopping

    7. Rua de Santa Catarina

      Pass by.

      Pass by without stopping

    8. Cafe Majestic

      Pass by.

      Pass by without stopping

    9. Praca da Liberdade

      Pass by.

      Pass by without stopping

    10. Praca Gomes Teixeira

      Pass by.

      Pass by without stopping

    11. Igreja dos Carmelitas

      Pass by.

      Pass by without stopping

    12. Torre dos Clerigos

      Pass by.

      Pass by without stopping

    13. Pass by.

      Pass by without stopping

    14. Sao Bento Railway Station

      Pass by.

      Pass by without stopping

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Porto

    Enter in our Agency Magictourism to validate your ticket.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Enter in our Agency Magictourism to validate your ticket.

    Options you can book

    • Magic Train and Wine Cellar

      Magic Train and Wine Cellars: Sightseeing tour on train around the historical center of Oporto with the wine cellar tour

    • Magic Train & Boat Cruise

      Sightseeing tour on train around the historical center of Oporto with the wine cellar tour and boat cruise of one hour on the river Douro. River Cruise

    • MagicTrain +Wine Cellar +Lunch

      Duration: 3 hours: Can be more time, because the time the costumers want to spent in the restaurant. Buffet (Drink's not included): Enjoy our Buffet Menu in the Rubens Hotel 4**** -Restaurant Ruela da Villa. After Lunch, the train pick-up in the restaurant. Touristic Train

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    pt, en, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Magic Train

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
    • Groups above 15 people require reservation
    • Animals are allowded on the train, but not in the Port Wine Cellars
    • Babies are required to sit on the parents laps

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 131 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    7 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    131 verified traveler reviews for MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    26
    4 star
    30
    3 star
    26
    2 star
    30
    1 star
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    cathywC196UU · May 2025

    Avoid

    Awful! Trapped in a mobile green house. Very loud blaring music. Barely any information given about the sights. Wine tour was ok, but very short. 2 small tastes of port then back on the terrible train thing.

    via Tripadvisor

    Teodora B · March 2025

    Not worth it

    This is a typical tourist trap. I fell for it because of the rain. The audio is not syncronized with what we saw. The departure was delayed by 15 minutes.

    via Tripadvisor

    Ohooley66 · February 2025

    Nothing Magical About This Tour

    We usually avoid tours like this, preferring to explore independently. But my husband had suffered a knee injury just before our city break to Porto, which was restricting his mobility, so this seemed like a good option to see the sites. It really wasn’t! We paid €61 for the train/wine cellar/boat trip, which was way over-priced. The train, as others have said, was really uncomfortable, especially over cobble stones. The recorded audio guide covered at least four languages and was therefore never in synch with what we were seeing. We stopped listening in the end. Mostly the train part of the tour consisted of sitting in Saturday afternoon traffic. We could have stayed in London for that. The boat trip was … okay. No audio this time and it only lasted 45 minutes, not one hour as advertised. I am sure there are better river tours for less money. Only the cellar visit elevates this tour from one star to two. Our English speaking guide was very informative. But again we felt short changed to see that other tours got to taste 4 different wines and we only tasted two, with no explanation. And, while the tour itself was quick, there was a lot of sitting afterwards while we waited for the next train. This was a disappointing and underwhelming experience in what was mostly a magical visit to Porto. I would not recommend.

    via Tripadvisor

    Indira B · January 2025

    It was a horrible experience.

    It was a horrible experience. The cart shakes so much and make noise that you can’t hear any audio. It is a punishment to ride. It is 100% no no.

    via Tripadvisor

    dragonara2 · October 2024

    GOOD WAY TO SEE pORTO

    We booked in advance for the 1st tour of the day and arrived in plenty of time for the tour. We could hear every word of the commentary which was in sync with the sights we were passing on the route to the Wine tasting across the river. however on the return journey we heard little of the english commentary owing to a noisy Italian group who talked all the way through the commentaries not in Italian! Not the fault of the magic train. The wine tasting was excellent with a good guide and friendly far eastern companions. we tasted 3 different wines as well as hearing the history of this particular business and how it sets the standard for Portuguese wine. the boat tour we did another day , the actual trip was good but access to the boat was not easy, having to tramp across one boat to another with a gap in between! The 6 bridges were worth seeing from the river almost to where the Douro reaches the SEA.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    1.7 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Price range
    $23 to $45
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    46
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 47

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)0
    Review evidence (18% weight)64
    Booking momentum (14% weight)58
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)69
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Porto.

    How much does MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting cost?

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    Prices start at $23 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Porto usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting take?

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    Plan for about 1.7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Porto is not rushed.

    Is MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.1/5 across 132 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Porto, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting?

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    Around 46 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Porto can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Porto and add a light layer if any part of the 1.7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Porto within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Porto?

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    On Outty we rank every Porto experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center, Douro Valley Small Group Tour: 2 Wineries, Lunch & River Cruise, Best of Porto Walking Tour Small Group Experience and Local Guide. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Porto?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Porto?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting?

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    Included: Wine tasting (2); Sightseeing train tour around the city center; and Audio guide. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Food and drinks, unless specified. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting?

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    Enter in our Agency Magictourism to validate your ticket. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting offered in?

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    It is offered in Portuguese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Porto. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting?

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    Across 132 reviews averaging 3.1 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    What booking options are available for MagicTrain Tour and Port Wine Cellar Visit & Tasting?

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    There are 3 options to choose from, including Magic Train and Wine Cellar, Magic Train & Boat Cruise, MagicTrain +Wine Cellar +Lunch. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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