Hidden Fado Retreat: Traditional and Student Performances

Escape to our hidden Fado retreat in Porto, far from the crowded paths, and immerse yourself in an up-close encounter with the artists. You will witness local virtuosos performing traditional Fado and university students presenting the student’s Fado style, a rare encounter in Porto.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Fado Maior Do Porto - Find your way to our cozy tavern in Miragaia, where authentic Fado lives, far away from the touristy hustle. It’s nestled in an old building that’s seen generations, offering a warm, intimate place to really connect with Portugal’s soul through its music.
    Here, it’s all about the connection—between you, the music, and the…
What's Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information
  • Alcoholic beverages are only available to those over 18 years of age
  • Not recommended for children with less than 12 years old
Location
Fado Maior Do Porto
Rua De Miragaia 54
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(38 Ratings)
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Ericnf3618lq
Feb 26, 2026
Very nice discovery - A beautiful musical discovery in a very intimate setting. You have to dare to get out of the tourist circuits a bit but it is really worth it. A warm and friendly welcome.
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Ashli_k
Jan 30, 2026
That Fado feeling! - This was our first experience with Fado. We’ve had several Flamenco experiences while in Spain. The venue was beautiful and the people were welcoming. We enjoyed the port while waiting. What a treat to experience two styles of Fado. Both were beautiful and moving. The voices, the guitar, the emotion of it. We particularly enjoyed the voice and passion and engagement of the male singer with the cape - I don’t recall his name. What a beautiful and meaningful evening. Highly recommend! The venue layout meant everyone had a great view.
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690stepheng
Jan 28, 2026
Wonderful musical experience - Warm welcome including a very pleasant glass of port Two sets Each featured two fantastic guitarists and a singer All without speakers, how wonderful A genuine highlight of our stay in this fabulous city
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K6665dblindac
Dec 1, 2025
Just Feel the Music - This 1-hour fado show was held in an historical tavern near the waterfront in Porto. The walls were stone and decorated with 12-string Portuguese guitars which is the instrument of fado. The performance included Coimbra fado as well as Lisbon fado, and both were outstanding. The performance also included either a glass of red port wine or water. Although we didn't understand a word being sung, the feeling of this incredible music is universal. The setting was intimate with probably less than 30 people in attendance. There was only one staff member who showed people to their seats and brought their drinks; she was largely unobtrusive. We booked through Get Your Guide and the show cost 33 euros for two of us....absolutely well worth it.
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41jelenab
Nov 21, 2025
Amazing - Great 1-hour fado in Porto with two talented artist groups and a lovely atmosphere. Truly memorable!!!!!!!This is something you simply shouldn’t miss.
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Marshall_c
Oct 15, 2025
Great Fado Venue! - The venue was wonderful and all the performers were great. This is the best entertainment value we have found in Porto. Get there 30 minutes early to get a front row seat!
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Koen_p
Feb 19, 2026
Nice experience, even though... - Nice experience, even though location was changed at the last minute, but this was outside the control of organization (weather conditions). So remains highly recommended
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Z2498qav_roniquep
Sep 28, 2025
In search of the lost saudade - A two-part concert without generosity. The singer accompanied by good guitarists seemed very tired and conveyed no emotion. The 3 young men who followed for some coimbra fado tunes were friendly without more. Too bad because the place has a lot of charm.
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Anselmob433
Dec 7, 2025
I expected more - The first 25 minutes, an old lady and 2 good guitar players. The other 25 minutes: 3 bachelor guys learning to play guitar.
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Savita_b
Sep 18, 2025
Not a good experience - Link to meeting point was wrong and sent us in a different direction we got to right place one minute after and the lady there said she had no seats why are they selling tickets if they don’t have enough seats. Venue was small and congested there was no proper stage just a small podium room was rectangular and audience was seated on the two sides performers had there sides to the audience Not worth the money
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From $19
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).