The 15 Best Fado Shows in Porto

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 Porto venues: a 19th-century cellar, a former guitar workshop, or the old pantry beneath São João Novo Church. Hear Portuguese guitar, learn from hosts such as Ricardo, and enjoy 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.Cálem Cellar Tour, Fado Show & Wine Tasting

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

Visit Cálem’s cellars with an English-speaking guide, learn how port is made, then taste a white port and special reserve tawny while two singers and guitarists perform traditional Fado. The 75-minute evening suits first-time visitors who want culture, wine, and music in one compact stop.

“The tour of the Calem winery was very interesting. The highlight was the Fado show! Wonderful singers and guitarists!”

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3.Authentic Fado Show, Port Wine & Handmade Instruments

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

At Casa da Guitarra near Dom Luís Bridge, you’ll hear powerful live Fado with Portuguese and classical guitars, learn about handmade instruments and Fado through short explanations and video, and enjoy one glass of Port wine. The cozy show lasts one hour.

“Great experience! Amazing voice of singer and very nice environment, I will recommend to my friends!”

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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, near Porto’s Ribeira, four singers and musicians present traditional Lisbon Fado, Coimbra songs, Portuguese guitar, and Amália Rodrigues. Short films and audio support the story, while you enjoy a glass of Tawny Port in a licensed 19th-century venue.

“Beautiful, authentic fado in a beautiful location. Balada de Despedida brought tears to my eyes. Been many years, and it was fulfilling to “mata a saudade” at Fado na Baixa!”

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5.Fado Concert in Porto’s Most Beautiful House

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

Spend an hour with Fado singers and musicians in Porto’s Menina Colina or Palacete mansion. Learn the roots and meaning of Portugal’s soulful music, hear live guitar in superb acoustics, and enjoy a complimentary glass of Port. Singers may include performers such as Claudia or Paula.

“The evening was wonderful, the home was a perfect for the performance! The Fado performance was delightful.”

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

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

At Ideal Clube de Fado in downtown Porto, you’ll hear about 12 classic fados and two Portuguese guitar instrumentals in a small, atmospheric venue. The one-hour show includes a glass of Port and may feature a short introduction or audience questions before the music begins.

“Very nice experience. A few people in the small intimate area with a glass of Porto wine. I will do it again for sure.”

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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 Lisbon-style Fado without microphones. You sit close to the singers and guitarists in a small historic tavern, with a glass of port or water included. Arrive 10 to 15 minutes early.

“incredible nice, this people are just artists, u can't allow to don't visit this place 💓thanks very much!!!”

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8.Traditional Fado Show at Sao Bento with Port Wine

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

Spend one hour with Fado singer Margarida and guitarists Antonio and Hugo in a small room inside São Bento Station. Learn about Fado and its instruments, hear powerful live music, and choose one of four Port wines. The multilingual host speaks Portuguese, English, Spanish, and French.

“Incredible performance! Intimate setting provided a unique atmosphere. We loved it!”

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9.Ideal Clube de Fado

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

Spend about an hour inside Porto’s Ideal Clube de Fado, a small vintage venue devoted to traditional Portuguese music. Expect two singers, talented guitarists, emotional vocals, Portuguese guitar solos, and an intimate audience setting. A small glass of port may accompany the performance.

“There was no english intro and didn't seem to have one in Portuguese either. The singing was very emotional, but the highlight for me was the Portuguese Guitar. The sounds coming from it was amazing and made me look up more about it.”

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10.Live Portuguese Fado Experience with Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 554 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $19

At Fado na Baixa in Porto, four singers and musicians guide you through Lisbon and Coimbra fado, Portuguese guitar styles, and the influence of Amalia Rodrigues. Expect short videos, live music, personal stories in several languages, and a glass of Tawny Port in an intimate, accessible auditorium.

“Lovely music and information. They received us really great. Awesome performance, we had a great time.”

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11.Fado by Casa da Guitarra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 438 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $24

Spend one hour with Portuguese fado at Casa da Guitarra, a small central venue filled with traditional instruments. Hear a female singer, Portuguese guitar, and viola de fado, then enjoy a reserve port during the interval. Choose between two evening start times.

“Most of these 1 hour fado shows are geared for tourists so it misses some of the ambience. However the performances are enthusiastic and you get exposure to some quality up-and-coming talent. So if you're on a time budget then this experience so close to the cathedral and bridge should warm your heart.”

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12.Fonseca Cellar Tour & Fado Show with Optional Dinner

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

Visit Fonseca’s Port cellars in a small group, learn how Port is made, and taste Bin 27 and Siroco during a live Fado performance. Add a three-course Portuguese dinner at WOW Porto for a longer evening. Tours run in English and Portuguese, with guides such as Daniela and Luca.

“This is an outstanding tour. The port tasting was the best- of-the-line quality (Fonseca Porto Siroco Branco Extra Seco & Bin 27 Reserve Port). The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about Fonseca from beginning to end. - she was a delight! At the end you’re surprised with a Fado show. The singer was opera quality. She was very interactive and such a happy wonderful person eager to portray her art and its meaning. The instrument players were just above outstanding. They explained the origins of Fado and the importance of maintaining the tempo. An amazing group that worked well together. Thank you for the unforgettable experience. These will be memories…”

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13.Cálem Cellar Tour, Live Fado Show and Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 295 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $33

Meet at Cálem in Vila Nova de Gaia at 5:45 pm for a 30-minute cellar and museum visit, followed by 45 minutes of live Fado with male and female singers, Portuguese guitar, and two Port tastings. The tour is in English, capped at 40 people, and led by a multilingual guide, sometimes including Beatrice.

“Not greatly set up or process explained in an understandable way. Did not enjoy the tawny at all. Fado show was ok”

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14.The Authentic Fado Concert with Port Wine

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

At Cais do Fado in Cais de Gaia, you’ll hear local musicians perform traditional Portuguese Fado in an intimate venue overlooking the Douro and Porto. Your one-hour visit includes a glass of Poças Port, or juice or water, with English, French, and Spanish assistance available.

“Excellent singing and guitar playing. A genuine highlight of our holiday.”

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

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

Casa da Guitarra combines a guided visit to Porto’s São Bento da Vitória Monastery with an hour of live Fado. You’ll hear a singer with Portuguese guitar and Fado viola, taste Port and monk-made Singeverga liqueur, and browse products made by Portuguese monks.

“Such a wonderful way to spend some time, the history & setting are just incredible, our greeting and initial tipple were great and the Fado was a joy to listen to and experience alongside a warming glass of port. If anyone’s after a true and unique Porto experience, this should be it.”

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