3 Concerts & Shows in Portugal to Build a Day Around

1.Live Fado Concert with Glass of Tawny Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,535 reviews · from $19Our pick

At Fado na Baixa, a licensed auditorium near Porto’s Douro River, four performers introduce you to Lisbon and Coimbra Fado through live songs, short videos, and personal commentary. You’ll hear Portuguese guitar, learn about Amália Rodrigues and Fado’s changing styles, and sip Tawny Port during the one-hour show.

“Good to know what Fado is, and the performance from Singers were amazing and touching!”

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2.Fado Concert in Porto’s Most Beautiful House

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,201 reviews · 1 hour · from $22Top rated

Spend about an hour with Fado singers and musicians in Porto’s Menina Colina or Palacete mansion. Depending on the session, performers such as Claudia or Paula explain Fado, its instruments, and the meaning of the songs. You’ll hear live music in an intimate room, admire the architecture, and receive a complimentary glass of Port.

“Amazing traditional music and singing in a beautiful house.”

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3.The highest-rated traditional fado concert (downtown)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,130 reviews · from $19

At Ideal Clube de Fado in central Porto, you’ll hear about 12 traditional Fado songs and two Portuguese guitar instrumentals in an intimate setting. The music is shaped by improvisation, so each performance differs. A short introduction may explain the style before the concert, and your ticket includes one glass of Port wine.

“This was the most fabulous concert - the singers and guitarists gave emotional and riveting performances. Just great!”

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