Porto Fado Show with Port Wine: Casa da Guitarra

An hour of fado in the room where the guitars are built

A one-hour live fado performance at Casa da Guitarra in Porto's historic centre, where you listen to traditional music played on handcrafted Portuguese guitars by the luthier and founder himself, with a glass of Port wine included. The venue is small and acoustically intimate, designed to let the emotion of fado reach you directly. You can explore the exhibition of traditional stringed instruments on-site and learn why fado has been a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2011. Seats are limited, so booking in advance secures your place.

Step-by-step itinerary

Fado show and Port wine tasting

• Arrive at Casa da Guitarra shop
• Explore exhibition of handmade instruments
• Listen to live fado performance
• Hear Portuguese guitar played by luthier
• Enjoy a glass of Port wine

The experience

For an hour, you sit in the only shop in Porto that still hand-makes Portuguese guitars and listen to traditional fado performed live by local artists. The luthier and founder plays the Portuguese guitar himself: the instrument that defines the genre. The space is small and acoustically designed so the music reaches you without amplification or distance. Fado is built on emotional directness, and this venue delivers it. A glass of Port wine arrives with the performance, and you can move around the room to examine the exhibition of handmade stringed instruments on display.

Casa da Guitarra sits in the historic centre, a short walk from the Cathedral. Evening and night sessions run regularly, and the intimate scale means every seat has a clear view and sound. Because capacity is limited, the operator asks you to book ahead to guarantee entry. The performance is led by guides who speak English, Spanish or Portuguese, so language is not a barrier to understanding what you are hearing.

What’s included

• Live fado performance by local artists and the luthier-founder.
• a glass of Port wine.
• access to the exhibition of handmade Portuguese stringed instruments.
• guides available in English, Spanish or Portuguese.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 18:00 and 19:30

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AgesAdult (19 and older) · Youth (13 to 18 years) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupUp to 40

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Spruce, Lda

Is this one for you?The venue is in Porto's historic centre within walking distance of the Cathedral and major hotels, so you don't need a car or a separate transport arrangement to reach it. Book ahead to secure a seat, since capacity is small and evening sessions fill quickly.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 18 years); Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4).

What exactly is fado, and why is it important in Porto?

Fado is a form of Portuguese music rooted in melancholy and storytelling, traditionally performed in intimate settings. It has been recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity since 2011, and Casa da Guitarra's performance lets you experience it in the setting where it belongs: a small room with live musicians and the instruments that define the sound.

How long is the performance, and what time do sessions run?

The performance lasts one hour. Casa da Guitarra runs sessions in the early evening and at night, so you can choose a time that fits your schedule. Seats are limited, so you should book in advance to secure your spot.

What's included in the ticket, and do I need to arrange my own transport?

Your ticket includes the one-hour live fado performance and a glass of Port wine. Transport to and from the venue is not included, but public transportation options are available nearby, and the historic centre location is walkable from most Porto hotels and attractions.

Can I explore the instruments on display, or is it just the performance?

You can move around the room during and after the performance to examine the exhibition of handmade Portuguese stringed instruments. Casa da Guitarra is both a working shop and a performance venue, so the guitars and other instruments are part of the experience.