Porto: Authentic and Traditional Students and Serenade Fado
ID: GYG1055625-1623077
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Experience the soulful melodies of Coimbra Fado in a historic palace in Porto. Enjoy a serenade-style performance and learn about Portugal's history and architecture.
Experience the only show in Porto Downtown that offers an hour of exclusive Coimbra Fado Style. This Fado Style has its origins in the University of Coimbra and therefore is usually also known as "Students Fado". Because it was common for Students to perform serenades to their loved ones, this type of Fado is sometimes also designated as "Serenade Fado".
The show takes place inside the Palacete Visconde Pereira Machado, from the balcony of this imposing palace, facing the magnificent stairs that give access to the upper floor. It will give you therefore a true feeling of a Serenade.
Arrive 15 to 30 minutes before the beginning of the show to appreciate an exhibition that this small palace offers regarding some important facts of the history of Portugal, as well as the architecture of this beautiful mansion.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies of Coimbra Fado
- Experience the unique atmosphere of a serenade in a historic palace
- Enjoy a performance in the heart of Porto's downtown with a glass of Port Wine
- Arrive early and visit an exhibition about Portugal's history
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Arrive 20 to 30 minutes before the show starts
INCLUDED
- Exclusive Coimbra Fado Style show
- A Glass of Port Wine
- Exhibition on the history of Portugal and its architecture (optional)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
