Douro River Ferry Cross the river with stunning views of the Douro and the Luis I Bridge

Opening hours

Closed

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 10:00 am - 08:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am - 08:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 08:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am - 08:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am - 08:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Opens Wednesday at 10:00 am

Useful information

Province : Historical heart

  • English
    • Boat Douro River Ferry, a magnificent crossing on the Douro River between the banks of Porto and Gaia.

      Discover the city in a different way, on board boats inspired by the “rabelos”, traditional boats used to transport wine barrels from the Alto Douro to the shores of Gaia in ancient times.

       

      Their function has evolved since today these boats, named "Serra do Pilar" and "Casa do Infante" (in honor of the two cities, Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia) invite you to cross the river with a breathtaking view of the Douro and the Luis I Bridge. A few minutes are enough to reach the other bank from Ribeira de Porto or Cais de Gaia, sit comfortably and enjoy the crossing.

       

      Tickets can be purchased online or at the dock with a maximum of 28 people per boat. Rest assured, the trips are regular from 10am to sunset so you don't get stuck on either side.

       

      After a lovely river trip, discover Portuguese specialties including one of the establishments in WOW, a unique cultural district in Vila Nova de Gaia:

       

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Traveller Reviews Douro River Ferry

5 sur 5 36 reviews

  • Ricardo Silva Faria

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Ricardo Silva Faria on 28/01/2026

    Serviço espectacular

  • Nonato Viegas

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Nonato Viegas on 10/01/2026

    Excelente atendimento e corte impecável; o Daniel realmente manda muito bem no que faz. Além da técnica, a barbearia possui uma localização privilegiada e de fácil acesso para quem vem de carro ou utiliza o transporte público. Recomendo muito!

  • Robert Maneikis

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Robert Maneikis on 09/07/2025

    Very satisfied, the barber understood exactly what I wanted. The place was clean, well-maintained, and hygienic. I’m happy with the result, and the pricing was reasonable too.

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Douro River Ferry

Address

Cais da Estiva
4050-243 Porto

Contacts

Phone : +351 223 742 800

GPS coordinates

41° 8'25.02"N, 8° 36'48.84"W

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