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Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines

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8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, Portuguese
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Overview

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

  • Lunch Lunch: Pão d’Avó bread, olives, cheese with ham, Alheira, carrot & orange soup Mains: Codfish Brás or crispy chicken confit with salad & rustic potatoes. Douro wines. Dessert: Chocolate cube & coffee.
  • Wine tastings (18+)
  • Pick up/Drop off service
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Largo da Lapa 1
4050-069 Porto, Portugal

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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.
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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
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Non-alcoholic drinks will be served for travelers under 18 years old
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mateus Palace, History, Art and Douro Wines?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • LunchLunch: Pão d’Avó bread, olives, cheese with ham, Alheira, carrot & orange soup Mains: Codfish Brás or crispy chicken confit with salad & rustic potatoes. Douro wines. Dessert: Chocolate cube & coffee.
  • Wine tastings (18+)
  • Pick up/Drop off service

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Non-alcoholic drinks will be served for travelers under 18 years old
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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