Bars & pub crawls · PUB CRAWLS IN PORTUGAL
This is the shortlist you would send a friend flying in on Friday: 15 pub crawls in Portugal worth the money, each with its price, its verdict and the one thing to know before you book.
Meet under the red umbrella at Praça Gomes Teixeira at 10:30 p.m. for a four to four-and-a-half-hour crawl through Porto’s Galerias district. Guides such as Alysson, Gabi, Patricia, and Carlos lead an international group to four bars and a nightclub, with six included drinks and skip-the-line club entry.
“it was an amazing night! i definitely recommend it!”
Join a five-hour Lisbon night out led by a lively multilingual guide such as Alex. Start with unlimited beer and sangria, play drinking games, visit bars around Bairro Alto and Pink Street, then use VIP club entry. It suits solo visitors, friends, and anyone eager to meet an international crowd.
“This was my first pub crawl, and it was purely epic! Everyone had such a great time. Huge thanks to Charlene for taking care of us until the early morning hours. Alex is a legend, always running around with a bottle and giving everyone boosts. Made many new friends, including one from the same city I live in!”
Meet the yellow-shirted team at Fonte dos Leões for five hours of bar hopping, seven included drinks, easy icebreakers, and VIP club entry. Guides such as Inês, Sara, Yan, Natiele, and Rafa help solo visitors and groups mingle across Porto’s nightlife scene.
“The highlight of my trip to Portugal!! The guides were very organized and it was easy to meet and connect with people”
Start at 10 pm in Praça Luís de Camões and spend four to five hours with a local guide, visiting three bars before a Lisbon nightclub. Guides such as Tiago, Manu, Ana, Mar, and Leticia focus on mingling, with open drinks, shots, discounts, and VIP entry included.
“Literally the most insane time! 1000% recommend to anyone looking to meet new people and have a great time. I was super nervous as this is outside of my comfort zone but sooooo glad I went.”
Meet your Last Bad Decision guide at Praça Luís de Camões, then visit three Lisbon bars for welcome shots before ending at a Santos nightclub. Daniela, Filipa, and Diogo have hosted groups with clear instructions, karaoke requests, music choices, and optional unlimited whisky, rum, and vodka.
“Booked this for my sister's hen party and we had such a great time! Went to 3 bars and a club. Had shots in first 2 bars and then went to a 3rd bar were we had the unlimited spirits option for an hour. We also could choose the songs in the 3rd bar which was an amazing surprise! Daniela, our guide, and Filipa who joined us on the crawl were fun, friendly and fabulous hosts. We were a group of 11 (10 girls and one guy aged 19-60 and all had a blast! A great way to see where all the Lisbon nightlife is, what is on offer, and…”
Meet at Porto’s Fonte dos Leões at 10:30 p.m. under the red umbrella, then walk with a host to three bars and a club. Six drinks, live entertainment, and VIP entry are included. Expect a social night, strong shots, crowds, and a group of up to 19 people.
“It was my birthday and I was traveling with one of my friend to Porto, we decided to do this to meet new people, it was the best decision. We had a great time. Staff is the best. They are super fun too.”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Largo do Carmo for a three-hour private night out in Bairro Alto. You’ll hear dark Lisbon stories, visit popular bars, and enjoy five included drinks: beer, a cocktail, and three local shots. Guides such as Maya, Telma, Joanna, and Ana are known for humor and strong storytelling.
“Had so much fun meeting new people and the guide was great”
Meet at Cats Hostel Porto at 10:30 pm for a four-hour night out with multilingual guides, drinking games, shots, three bars, and one hour of unlimited beer and sangria. Guides including Paulina, Flavio, Yüksel, Mahr, Anna, and Milena have helped lead groups into Porto’s late-night scene.
“No one showed up at the meeting point. I was able to eventually contact support and the tour guide to get a refund. They offered to have me join the next day but I declined.”
Start at Hokapia Bar on the Sunset Destination Hostel terrace, then follow a guide through Bairro Alto, Pink Street, and Cais do Sodré. You’ll get two beers, five shots, drinking games, rooftop views, and priority nightclub entry. Guide Martini has earned special praise.
“Super fun tour. I’m single & 50+ had a great time! All the stops were fun and energetic, way to get out at night and have a great time in a super safe environment.”
Meet your guide at Largo do Carmo at 8 p.m. for drinks, playful stories, and a look at Lisbon’s saucy past before moving into Bairro Alto. Guides such as Telma, Maya, Joanna, Sandra, Daria, and Kitara lead the evening, with bar entry and drinks included.
“Excellent tour! Such a fun way to see a few local bars and make new friends along the way. Our guide was great, highly recommend!”
Meet your English-, Spanish-, or Portuguese-speaking guide at 10:30 PM in Ribeira for four shots, a pint, three Porto bars, and a club with VIP entry. You will move between local nightlife spots, meet an international crowd, and finish with dancing. This is for adults 18 and older.
Meet guides in yellow hoodies at Camões Square around 9:30 PM for shots, bars, fireworks at Santa Catarina, midnight Champagne, an hour of beer and sangria, and VIP club entry. Bruno has earned praise as a fun guide. Expect walking, late hours, and a party-first evening.
“I didn't thought it will be amazing. But it was. It is great for individuals who want to learn other cultures, to interact with strangers:-) , to build connections, confidence or friendships and to collect memories which will last for a lifetime. Thank you all .”
Walk Funchal’s historic center with an English-speaking guide such as Matt or Duarte, stopping for six local drinks. You’ll taste white wine, craft beer, ginja in a chocolate cup, Madeira wine, Nikita, and Poncha. Note that the advertised workshop may be a demonstration rather than hands-on drink making.
“Meerdere lokale drankjes gehad. Leuke plekjes. Bij elk drankje uitleg over dat drankje wat het ook leuker is.”
Meet Cristiano at Reno’s Bar for a three-hour Albufeira pub crawl through five or six bars, with one free shot at each stop and entry to Kiss Disco Club. The tour runs in English and Portuguese and suits adults who want a ready-made night out without planning every venue themselves.
“Completely useless 18€ times 8 spent for nothing the guy takes us to the bars we stay there for 20 minutes ridiculous free shooters and then takes out the tune and consumes. The guide is just there to take you from one bar to another. NULLLLE keep your €18 and do it yourself”
Meet at Camões Square at 9:30 PM for a five-hour Halloween night through Bairro Alto. You will visit three bars, enjoy themed shots, play drinking and team games, use face paint and fake tattoos, then enter a club through a VIP line. English, Spanish, and Portuguese guides lead the group.
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