Fado Shows in Porto Worth Booking: 15 Reviewed

1.Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,498 reviews · 1 hour · from $23Our pick

Spend one hour with live fado in one of three historic Casa do Fado venues in central Porto. Hear Portuguese guitar and soulful singing, learn about the music’s origins, and sip a glass of Port. Some performances feature musicians such as Ricardo and Diogo with singer Carla, though the lineup may vary.

“Veryy good for foreigners who wants an intro to Fado. I don't want to spoil more so you will have to go and see by yourself”

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2.Cálem Cellar Tour, Fado Show & Wine Tasting

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

At Cálem Cellars, an English-speaking guide leads a 30-minute tour of Port wine production, followed by two tastings, white Port and special reserve, during a 45-minute Fado show. Guides such as Nikita and Felipe bring humor and energy, though large groups can make the cellar talk hard to hear.

“Great! Tour guide was knowledgeable and funny. We had a fun time, and the fado show was fantastic!”

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3.Authentic Fado Show, Port Wine & Handmade Instruments

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

At Casa da Guitarra in Porto, you’ll hear an intimate one-hour Fado concert led by local singers and guitarists, including a Portuguese guitar expert and luthier. Before and during the show, learn about Fado, handmade instruments, and the workshop. Your ticket includes Port wine or water and an illustrated Fado postcard.

“Really nice concert with two really good singers, accompanied with three guitarists (one Portugese guitar and two classical guitars). Nice ambiance.”

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4.Live Fado Concert with Glass of Tawny Port Wine

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

At Fado na Baixa in Porto’s Ribeira, four singers and musicians guide you through traditional Lisbon fado, Coimbra’s student songs, Amália Rodrigues, and modern styles. Expect live music, short films, audio support in four languages, and one glass of Tawny Port in a licensed 19th century auditorium.

“It was beautiful to hear some traditional music! I loved it! That sang and played wonderfully!!”

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5.Fado Concert in Porto’s Most Beautiful House

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

Spend about an hour with Fado singers and musicians in one of two historic Porto houses, Menina Colina or Palacete. You’ll hear traditional Portuguese songs, learn about Fado’s origins and meaning, and enjoy a complimentary glass of Port wine. Performers have included Claudia and Paula, with English, Portuguese, and Spanish support.

“Lovely concert. Warm and inviting location. Welcoming host and musicians. Charming to offer wine and pastry. Excellent in every way.”

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

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

Spend one hour with professional Fado singers and Portuguese guitarists at Ideal Clube de Fado in downtown Porto. You’ll hear about 12 traditional songs and two instrumentals, with a short introduction or Q&A on some showings and a glass of Port before the music begins. The setting is intimate, wheelchair accessible, and aimed at adults and children over six.

“It was amazing!!!!! congratulations on the musicians and and singers 🔮”

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7.An Intimate Fado Show in a Historical Tavern

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,093 reviews · from $21

Spend one hour at Fado Maior do Porto in Miragaia, where two ensembles present Coimbra Fado and traditional Fado just meters away, without microphones or a raised stage. The intimate tavern holds about 50 people, and your ticket includes Port wine or water. Shows are in Portuguese and suit visitors age 12 and older.

“It was a an amazing show led by various people. The location is right by the river and was very easy to find. The ambience adds to the vibe of the show. Also, made us sing along with them at times which was an added bonus. Would definitely recommend.”

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8.Traditional Fado Show at Sao Bento with Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 882 reviews · from $19

Join singer Margarida and guitarists António and Hugo for a one-hour Fado performance in a small room inside São Bento Station. You’ll hear live Portuguese music, learn about Fado and its instruments in several languages, and choose one of four Port wines. It is intimate, central, wheelchair accessible, and priced at $19.

“This experience of Fado music was probably the most memorable experience of a wonderful visit to Porto that was full of truly amazing experiences! The quality of the 3 musicians was first class and the intimate setting intensified how the audience were drawn in to the soul of Fado …. Truly unforgettable! I have shown videos of a few of the songs and wonderful guitar work and my friends have been blown away by them and now have a similar visit pencilled in for their Porto visits in the future!”

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9.Ideal Clube de Fado

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 638 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $25Top rated

Spend about an hour at Ideal Clube de Fado in central Porto, where singers and guitarists perform traditional Fado in a small vintage venue. Expect a serious listening setting, strong vocals, striking Portuguese guitar, and often a small glass of port. The club is near public transportation and admission is included.

“Beautiful fado with multiple singers. The Portuguese guitar player was extraordinary. There are many fado shows in Porto. This was no frills, one hour, and lovely.”

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10.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 travels from the Douro Valley and Quinta do Panascal to the bottle, then taste Bin 27 and Siroco during a live Fado show. Add a three-course meal at WOW Porto, with Portuguese wine, water, and coffee.

“This is a must do in Porto. The fado music was wonderful and well explained by the singer. The location in the wine cellar makes it more special. The tour was sorry but very informative with an excellent guide.”

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11.The Authentic Fado Concert with Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 188 reviews · from $19

Spend one hour at Cais do Fado in Cais de Gaia, where local musicians perform traditional Portuguese Fado in an intimate riverside setting. Your ticket includes a glass of Poças Port, or juice or water, with views across the Douro to Porto. Hosts speak English, French, and Spanish.

“It was very lovely and wine was great! Highly recommended if you want to experience a bit from Portuguese culture!”

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12.“Porto: Fado Show with Guided Tour in a Historic Monastery”

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 164 reviews · 1h 30m · from $15Best value

Tour Porto’s São Bento da Vitória Monastery with an English or Portuguese-speaking guide, then hear one hour of Fado in an intimate chapel. A singer performs with Portuguese guitar and Fado viola while you enjoy Port wine and Singeverga liqueur made by Benedictine monks. The entrance is at the monastery’s back.

“I was hesitant on booking but so glad I did because one of the most memorable experiences we had in Portugal. If you love history, learning how religion evolved along with some beautiful Fado. It was the absolute perfect combination. The hosts were so welcoming. So glad I decided to book.”

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13.Porto Fado Night Show + Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 87 reviews · 1 day · from $100

Meet your local guide at Touch Tours Store on Rua das Carmelitas 70 for a drive through central Porto in a Mercedes-Benz vehicle. You’ll hear about Porto’s past and daily life, then enjoy a Portuguese dinner and live Fado in a restaurant overlooking the city. Guides speak English, French, or Spanish, and return you to your accommodation afterward.

“On a eu la chance de vivre ce spectacle juste pour notre groupe Une grande qualité musicale et chant”

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14.All-Inclusive Fado Dinner Show and Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 55 reviews · 4 hours · from $111

Spend four hours seeing Porto by minivan, dining at a traditional restaurant, and hearing live Fado. Your guide may include names such as Bernardo, Bernie, Miguel, or Maria, depending on the date. Expect hotel pickup, drinks with dinner, city views, and a small-group setting limited to eight people.

“The driver Bernie was excellent and drove us around and a stop overlooking the night view of Douro river. Very pleasant and patient waiting for us even the dinner and fado music went overtime. The restaurant was generous food and they were all delicious along great wine which we ended up buying more to bring home Overall I would strongly recommend to choose this activity!”

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15.Traditional Fado Show with Welcome Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 54 reviews · from $21

Meet near Porto’s Cordoaria Garden and Clérigos Tower, then settle into Clube Real do Fado, a cozy centenarian venue. A short introduction in English, French, Spanish, or Portuguese sets the scene before one hour of live Fado, Portuguese guitar, classical guitar, soulful singing, and a welcome wine.

“Loved how informative the guide was about the tradition of Fado”

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