Porto, Portugal

Inside Portugal's Traditional Cannery

Explore an Artisanal Factory and Sample a Portuguese Staple Visit a historic cannery for a look into one of Portugal’s long-held traditions and enjoy a drive through Porto. With its extensive stretches of coastline, Portugal has long-standing ties to the sea and fishing. By the early 20th century, around 400 canneries operated in service of the industry. Meet your guide and travel to north Matosinhos, a major fishing town famous for its seafood restaurants. Here, you will tour the last remaining factory that cans sardines using traditional methods. Depending on the quality of the day’s catch, you may see how the fish are processed and manually packaged. Afterward, enjoy a tasting of the delicious sardines paired with a glass of wine from the northern region of Portugal. En route back to your ship, you will glimpse Porto’s Old Town, where you can spot landmarks such as the São Bento railway station and Avenida dos Aliados. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.