Graham’s Port Lodge Guided Tour with Food Tasting in the Main Room

About this experience

Graham's Port Lodge Tickets Step inside one of Porto's most celebrated port lodges for an authentic encounter with Portugal's wine heritage. Graham's Port Lodge has welcomed visitors since the late 19th century, making it one of Vila Nova de Gaia's essential experiences. Your English-speaking guide leads you through atmospheric cellars lined with over 2,000 oak casks and 40 large vats, revealing the craft and history behind Graham's renowned port production. This guided visit goes well beyond a simple walk-through. Your guide explains how port wine achieves its signature sweetness and intensity, tracing the journey from grape selection in the Douro Valley to the fortification process that defines the style. The lodge's position offers stunning panoramic views of Porto's historic skyline and its famous bridges, providing a memorable setting for the whole experience. What to Expect at Graham's Port Lodge The tour includes a seated tasting session in the Main Tasting Room, where your host serves a carefully chosen selection of ports alongside local delicacies. Guests are invited to sample rich cheese, smooth chocolate, and pastel de nata (Portuguese custard tarts), with each pairing chosen to highlight the distinct characteristics of the ports, from bright fruit notes to complex matured flavours. The experience brings together history, craftsmanship, and flavour as your guide shares stories about the techniques and people behind Graham's production. Whether you are a port enthusiast or entirely new to the subject, the tour offers an accessible introduction to tasting methods and ageing processes. For those wishing to explore further, consider an authentic Douro Valley wine tour to see where these grapes begin their journey. Before You Go Children are welcome but may not participate in the tasting and must be supervised by adults at all times. Guests who prefer not to taste can enjoy the full historical tour and the lodge's scenery. Valid ID is required for participation in the tasting, as the lodge complies with local regulations. The lodge provides full accessibility for wheelchair and pushchair users throughout the facility. If you have dietary restrictions or food allergies, please inform staff in advance so that the food pairings can be accommodated. Arrive 15 minutes before your booked time slot for check-in and follow signs to the Main Room entrance. After exploring Graham's cellars, you might enjoy discovering more of Porto's historic quarter with a comprehensive Porto walking tour. Alcohol is not sold through this listing. Any tasting is served on site by the operator to guests of legal drinking age.

Highlights

• Sip on some of the most exquisite Port drinks, like Graham’s LBV and Quinta dos Malvedos, while taking in stunning views of Porto and its iconic bridges
• With an English-speaking guide, savor local products like cheese, chocolate, and pastel de nata with your drink in the Main Tasting Room
• Admire the 2,000 pipes (oak casks) and 40 large oak vats of aging blends currently stored at the lodge, and gain insight into the city’s signature drink.

Not included

• Transport to Graham's Port Lodge
• Additional port wine purchases
• Tips and gratuities for the guide

Before you go

Arrive 15 minutes before your booked slot for check-in Valid ID is required for tasting alcohol Wheelchair and stroller users can access the lodge Food allergies and dietary needs should be announced in advance Follow the signs for the Main Room entrance

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience. Within 24 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.