Free tour

The Red Carnation Revolution - The End of the Portuguese Dictatorship

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Porto

Duration: 2 hours

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Guru: City Lovers Tours

Registered on 17 June 2019

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Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

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Step into the heart of Porto's history with an unforgettable tour that takes you through the city’s most emblematic sites tied to the Salazar dictatorship and the Carnation Revolution of April 25th, 1974. Discover how Porto became a stage for resistance, resilience, and the triumph of democracy!

Led by passionate local guides, this tour brings history to life as you walk through key locations that witnessed the events leading to the end of decades of authoritarian rule. From hidden meeting spots of revolutionaries to the vibrant streets where the echoes of freedom rang loud, you’ll uncover the untold stories and courageous acts that shaped modern Portugal.

This tour is not just a walk through history—it’s an inspiring journey into the spirit of a city that fought for its future.

Don’t just visit Porto—live its revolutionary story.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Rua dos Clérigos 92, 4000 Porto, Portugal

We'll be with orange umbrella

Outside visit

Clerics Church

Outside visit

Old Cadeia da Relação do Porto

Outside visit

Court of Relations of Porto

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).