15 Portugal Shows Worth Booking

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 hearing live Portuguese guitar and soulful singing in one of three historic Porto venues. A host explains fado’s origins and meaning, with programs sometimes featuring Ricardo, Diogo, and Carla. Your ticket includes a glass of Port wine.

“It was the BEST FADO show experience for me. The moment I entered, Gentleman at the door welcomed us so nicely and I felt like I visited family home. Before the show, the woman was in the show and she made us feel so comfortable until the show starts. (plz forgive me that I couldn't get your name) Duration of the show was 1 HOUR, guitarists and the singer showed their passions. KUDOS to RICARDO, DIOGO and CARLA. They are amazing !!!! Especially I was so impressed by RICARDO, he explained about background and history of FADO. Ótimo!!!”

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2.Spiritus Multimedia Show Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,403 reviews · 30 min · from $11Best value

Enter Porto’s 18th-century Clérigos Church for Spiritus, a 30-minute audiovisual show by OCUBO. Projection mapping, music, and Álvaro de Campos’ poetry turn the Baroque interior into a changing world of color and light. Arrive early, sit near the back, and look up.

“It was an extraordinary experience. Very beautiful and deep. Something what stays in mind.”

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3.Live Fado Show with Port Wine at Lisboa em Fado

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,097 reviews · 50 min · from $18

At Lisboa em Fado in Baixa Chiado, you’ll hear 10 traditional Fado songs and one instrumental section in a 45-seat room, performed without microphones. Short English introductions with Portuguese subtitles explain the music, singers, and Portuguese guitar. A glass of Port or juice is included.

“Fantastic! Wow what a show, great value for this show. Intimate show with two singers and two guitarists. I highly recommend.”

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4.Fado Show and Wine inside Medieval Walls

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,819 reviews · 50 min · from $18

Near Lisbon Sé Cathedral, artists perform traditional and modern Fado beneath ancient stone arches and an 11th-century sea gate. You’ll hear Portuguese guitar, learn what each song means in English, and enjoy wine or another drink during this compact 50-minute introduction to Lisbon’s most emotional music.

“Wonderful night, super-talented musicians and a perfectly intimate atmosphere.”

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5.Cálem Cellar Tour, Fado Show & Wine Tasting

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

At Cálem in Porto, an English-speaking guide leads you through the cellars for 30 minutes, explaining port production and its traditions. You then taste a white port and special reserve while male and female singers perform Fado with Portuguese and classical guitars.

“Amazing! The guide was excellent and entertainment (along with the two ports) were great!”

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6.Fado in Chiado Live Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,095 reviews · 50 min · from $27

Spend 50 minutes in central Lisbon with two fado singers, acoustic guitar, and Portuguese guitar. The concert pairs live music with images of Lisbon landmarks, audience participation, and a comfortable theater setting. It is a clear, family-friendly introduction to Portugal’s best-known musical tradition.

“Show length perfect and very good interaction with audience. ! Enjoyed joining in!”

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7.Authentic Fado Show, Port Wine & Handmade Instruments

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

At Casa da Guitarra near the Dom Luís Bridge, you’ll hear a one-hour live Fado concert, learn about Portuguese guitars and other handmade instruments, and enjoy one glass of Port wine. The small venue seats about 30 to 40 people, creating a close, quiet setting.

“It was amazing, powerful and sophisticated, can’t understand their language but totally able to feel the moods”

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8.An Intimate Fado Show in a Historical Tavern

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,055 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Spend one hour at Fado Maior do Porto in historic Miragaia, where two ensembles present Coimbra Fado and Traditional Fado without microphones. Sit close to the musicians, hear brief explanations, and enjoy a complimentary glass of Port wine or water in a small old tavern.

“Really nice little concert with some great guitar playing and singing, good value!”

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9.Fado Show and Portuguese Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,531 reviews · 2 hours · from $57

Meet a red-shirted Wild Walkers guide at Praça Luís de Camões for a short introduction to Fado, then walk 5 to 10 minutes to a traditional Bairro Alto Fado house. Expect a 1.5-hour show, Portuguese dinner, lyric translations, one drink, and ginjinha.

“Melissa was a very good guide. She was perfect for the tour as her passion for Fado was very clear. Her explaining the songs to us and heart behind it made it that much better.”

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10.Intimate Fado Show & Port Wine in Trindade Noble Hall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,281 reviews · 1 hour · from $19Top rated

Hear traditional Fado from a singer and two guitarists in Porto’s Trindade Noble Hall. Your multilingual host explains the music and instruments in Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French, while you choose one glass of Dry White, White, Rosé, or Ruby Port.

“Absolutely beautiful experience. The musicians were so talented and the singer/story teller was out of this world. 100% worth going.”

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11.Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 998 reviews · 50 min · from $18

At Casa Fado ao Centro, musicians connected to Coimbra University perform Fado de Coimbra and explain its place in the city’s story. João Farinha often presents in clear English, while singers and Coimbra guitarists bring the music to life. A glass of Port and time with the musicians follow the 50-minute show.

“We thoroughly enjoyed the fado show. Then a lovely walk through the streets of Coimbra.”

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12.Fado in Chiado – Live Show in Lisbon on Stage for over 15 Years

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 638 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Spend 50 minutes in central Lisbon with two fado singers, acoustic guitar, and the distinctive Portuguese guitar. The theater show pairs live music with images of Lisbon and light audience participation. It is family-friendly, reasonably priced, and easy to fit before dinner.

“We really enjoyed the show and the music! It was our first experience with this music- just lovely! Would recommend to everyone!”

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13.Live Fado Show in Historic Alfama with Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 572 reviews · 1 hour · from $17

Join Mário Lundum and fellow musicians for a one-hour Fado performance in historic Alfama. You’ll hear passionate singing, Portuguese guitar, and stories about Lisbon’s musical tradition, with a complimentary glass of Port wine included.

“The Fado concert was a wonderful experience and a very well-spent 60 minutes of our lives. The emotional singing and traditional music created an intimate and memorable atmosphere.”

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14.Fonseca Cellar Tour & Fado Show with Optional Dinner

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

Start at 6pm with a small-group tour of Fonseca’s cellars, founded in 1815. Learn how Port is made, taste Bin 27 and Siroco to live Fado, then add a three-course Portuguese dinner at WOW Porto.

“The overall experience was excellent. The Fado players and singers were amazing and gave us a great insight into the history of this traditional music genre. The food was delicious and the accompanying wine and port equally excellent. Be aware where the entrance is as we had great difficulty finding it! When we went it was not the main doors of Fonseca but up the hill slightly where the WOW Wine shop is and then down the hill on the right. Directions not clear.”

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15.Lisbon Fado Experience: Walking Tour, Dinner and Live Music Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 336 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $59

Start at 7 p.m. with a guided walk through Mouraria and Alfama, led by guides such as Miguel or Rodrigo. After the hills and viewpoints, settle into a traditional Fado house for dinner, wine, and live Portuguese guitar music.

“We had a great guide. We walked around for an hour and a half hearing some history of the area and the country. It was really cold so if you don’t like walking at night in the cold, this wouldn’t be the tour for you. We had great food and heard great fado music”

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