
Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines
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Is Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines worth booking?
Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines is a 8-hour experience in Porto, Portugal, from $137 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (3)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $137 per person
Discover the elegance and legacy of the Casa de Mateus palace, one of the most beautiful examples of Baroque mannors in Portugal. The guided tour takes you through the museum, where you can explore the history of the fam
What you get
About this experience
Discover the elegance and legacy of the Casa de Mateus palace, one of the most beautiful examples of Baroque mannors in Portugal. The guided tour takes you through the museum, where you can explore the history of the family and its cultural impact, the stunning gardens and the imposing Chapel. In the end, you get to know the mannor's products, have a delicious lunch and a wine tasting session with 3 Douro wines. • Discover the iconic Mateus Palace, a jewel of Portuguese Baroque architecture. • Explore the formal gardens and richly decorated interiors of the house. • Taste authentic regional wines in a unique historical setting. • Learn about the connection between Casa de Mateus and the famous Mateus wines. • Enjoy the portuguese cuisine specialties in the lunch menu
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Wine tastings (18+)
Not included
- Pick up/Drop off service
What you'll see and do
Casa de Mateus
The Casa de Mateus Foundation is a magnificent Baroque manor house that enchants with its imposing architecture and stunning gardens, the chapel, a museum full of art and relics, and the centuries-old cellar, where the region's winemaking tradition is preserved. The visit ends with a Douro wines tasting.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Lunch at the Quinta do Lodeiro and wine cellars visit Starters: Pão d’Avó bread, seasoned olives, Shepherd cheese with Lamego ham, game meat Alheira sausage and a creamy carrot and orange soup Main Courses: Codfish Brás style or Crispy chicken Confit with garden salad, Rustic potatos with Aromatic olive oil reduction Paired with Douro white and red wines Dessert: Chocolate Cube Coffee
90 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Porto
Facing the church façade, bus is parked on the right side
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Facing the church façade, bus is parked on the right side
Options you can book
Casa Mateus - french
Casa Mateus - English
Mateus - Comentário Português
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 1 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Yellow Bus
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children up to 12 years old and less than 135cm tall (at the same time) must be secured by an approved restraint system adapted to their size and weight (seats with or without back support). Seats available.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
- Non-alcoholic drinks will be served for travelers under 18 years old
- Non-alcoholic drinks will be served for travelers under 18 years old
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
It would be a shame to walk past without stopping!
A little surprised to see so few reviews, because the place is superb and full of history, it is definitely worth stopping there 2 hours to visit the gardens and the richly decorated Casa. There is a guided tour of 25' and another of 50, the first seemed already detailed, even if it was by audio-guide
Response from the operator: Dear Customer, Thank you for your contact. It is very rewarding for us to know our customers are satisfied! We work on daily basis so that our customers feel welcome and have an amazing experience with Yellow Bus tours. We are very much grateful for the time you took to give us this reviw and we will be looking forward for your next visit. Best regards, Yellow Bus Team
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Mateus, interesting cruise excursion
Lovely visit. The gardens are especially unbelievable. Great visit if you are on a cruise and this is part of the shore excursion, it is worth it.
Response from the operator: Dear Customer , Thank you for your contact. It is very rewarding for us to know our customers are satisfied! We work on daily basis so that our customers feel welcome and have an amazing experience with Yellow Bus tours. We are very much grateful for the time you took to give us this reviw and we will be looking forward for your next visit. Best regards, Yellow Bus Team
via Tripadvisor
Impressive building
An imposing and photogenic building surrounded by large gardens. The audio guided tour of the interior was informative. The gardens could do with a bit of tlc
Response from the operator: Dear Customer, Thank you for your contact.It is very rewarding for us to know our customers are satisfied!We work on daily basis so that our customers feel welcome andhave an amazing experience with Yellow Bus tours.We are very much grateful for the time you took to give us this reviwand we will be looking forward for your next visit. Best regards, Yellow Bus Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Porto.
How much does Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines cost?
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Prices start at $137 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 Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 3 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 Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines?
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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 Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines?
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Around 1 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines 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, Porto's #1 Walking Tour, Small Group Geres National Park Full Day with picnic from Porto. 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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