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The 15 Best Concerts & Fado Nights in Portugal

32 shows  ·  from $11 a seat

Almost everything here starts with fado, in Lisbon and Porto, in rooms that seat forty. These 15 are priced with and without dinner, with start times and how late the last set runs.

Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine - Choosing among Ribeira, Sé, and São João Novo
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Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

1.Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,498 reviews · 1 hour · from $23Our pick

Spend one hour at Casa do Fado in Porto’s historic center, hearing live Portuguese guitar and soulful singing while a host explains fado’s origins. Depending on your booking, the show takes place at Ribeira, Sé, or São João Novo. Ricardo, Diogo, and Carla have helped make some performances especially memorable.

“What an amazingly beautiful experience. An hour of fantastic Portuguese culture. I can not believe the price of this… they have definitely not charged enough for this! Wonderful passionate music and the port was a great touch. Just fantastic!”

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Lisbon: Live Fado Show with Port Wine at Lisboa em Fado - Following the 50-minute program
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Lisbon: Live Fado Show with Port Wine at Lisboa em Fado

Lisbon: Fado Show and Wine inside Medieval Walls - A 50-minute introduction instead of a long dinner show
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Lisbon: Fado Show and Wine inside Medieval Walls

3.Lisbon: Fado Show and Wine inside Medieval Walls

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,819 reviews · 50 min · from $18

Near Lisbon Sé Cathedral, this 50-minute Fado performance takes place beneath medieval stone arches and includes Portuguese guitar, singers, song explanations in English and a glass of wine or another drink. It is a compact, atmospheric introduction to Lisbon’s most emotional musical tradition.

“A lovely hour of music and brief introductions to the art form. Recommend!”

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Porto: Cálem Cellar Tour, Fado Show & Wine Tasting - Entering Cálem in Vila Nova de Gaia
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Porto: Cálem Cellar Tour, Fado Show & Wine Tasting

4.Porto: Cálem Cellar Tour, Fado Show & Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,530 reviews · 1h 15m · from $33

Visit Cálem in Vila Nova de Gaia for a 30-minute English tour of its port cellars, followed by two tastings and a 45-minute Fado performance. You’ll hear male and female singers with Portuguese and classical guitars. English visits begin at 6:00 PM from November to March and 6:30 PM from April to October.

“the tour was good, but as we were a large group in a confined space it wasn't always easy to see the guide and what was being explained to us. The Fado show was excellent though, thought the singers were brilliant and the glasses of port were very nice.”

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Lisbon: Fado in Chiado Live Show - Inside the Chiado concert hall
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Lisbon: Fado in Chiado Live Show

5.Lisbon: Fado in Chiado Live Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,095 reviews · 50 min · from $27

In central Lisbon, you’ll hear a male and female fado singer with acoustic and Portuguese guitars in a comfortable concert hall. The 50-minute show includes projected images of Lisbon and some audience participation. It is a family-friendly introduction before dinner, not a meal with background music.

“Intimate atmosphere with wonderful performances by all. The seating is well set out with tiered levels as well as a flat area in front of an elevated stage.”

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Porto: Fado & Port Wine in Traditional Portuguese Music Shop - Entering the traditional instrument shop
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Porto: Fado & Port Wine in Traditional Portuguese Music Shop

6.Porto: Fado & Port Wine in Traditional Portuguese Music Shop

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,906 reviews · 1 hour · from $11Best value

At Casa da Guitarra near the upper deck of the Dom Luís I Bridge, you’ll hear live Fado, see handmade Portuguese string instruments, and learn how the music works. A luthier and Portuguese guitar expert help explain the setting, while singers and guitarists perform in an intimate one-hour show with Port wine included.

“Beautiful music in a gorgeous location. The Casa da Guitarra is a lovely venue with many stringed instruments to learn about. Both singers were very talented and the string trio were excellent. If you like listening to traditional music, this activity is a good choice.”

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Porto: What is Fado? Commented Live Concert with Port Wine - Inside the 19th-century auditorium near Ribeira
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Porto: What is Fado? Commented Live Concert with Port Wine

7.Porto: What is Fado? Commented Live Concert with Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,839 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

At Fado na Baixa, four singers and musicians guide you through Lisbon Fado, Coimbra Fado, Portuguese guitar, Amália Rodrigues, and modern styles. Short films and commentary in several languages make the music easier to follow, while a glass of Tawny Port adds a fitting local touch.

“Lovely experience a must do on an evening visiting Porto”

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Porto: An Intimate Fado Show in a Historical Tavern - The First Set: Coimbra Fado and Its Younger Voice
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Porto: An Intimate Fado Show in a Historical Tavern

8.Porto: An Intimate Fado Show in a Historical Tavern

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,055 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Spend one hour at Fado Maior do Porto, a small historical tavern in Miragaia. Two groups perform Coimbra Fado and Traditional Fado without microphones, just a few feet away. Your $18 ticket includes the concert and a small glass of Port or water.

“It was an incredible experience! I attended the show with a friend, and the host was incredibly friendly and respectful. They even provided us with a glass of port wine to enjoy during the performance. I particularly appreciated how the singers actively engaged the audience by encouraging them to sing along for a few of the songs”

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Porto: The highest-rated traditional fado concert (downtown) - The opening Port and short introduction
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Porto: The highest-rated traditional fado concert (downtown)

9.Porto: The highest-rated traditional fado concert (downtown)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,557 reviews · 1 hour · from $24

Spend one hour at Ideal Clube de Fado in downtown Porto with a collective of professional singers and musicians. Expect classic fado shaped by improvisation, about 12 vocal pieces, two Portuguese guitar instrumentals, and one glass of Port wine. The compact setting keeps you close to the performance.

“Small and intimate, this is a wonderful place to experience Fado!”

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Lisbon: Fado Show and Portuguese Dinner - The 5 to 10 Minute Walk to Bairro Alto
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Lisbon: Fado Show and Portuguese Dinner

10.Lisbon: Fado Show and Portuguese Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,531 reviews · 2 hours · from $57

Meet guides such as Melissa, Carol, or Antonio at Praça Luís de Camões for a short introduction to Fado, then walk to a traditional Bairro Alto restaurant. Enjoy a Portuguese starter, main course, drink, ginjinha, and a 1.5-hour show with song explanations in English.

“This was such a special experience! Absolutely loved experiencing Fado and traditional Portuguese food. Our guide, Melissa, did a phenomenal job talking us through the cultural importance and history of Fado. She went the extra mile for us by translating and re-telling the stories behind each Fado song. We had the best time!”

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Porto: Intimate Fado Show & Port Wine in Trindade Noble Hall - The one-hour program, from welcome to final song
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Porto: Intimate Fado Show & Port Wine in Trindade Noble Hall

11.Porto: Intimate Fado Show & Port Wine in Trindade Noble Hall

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,281 reviews · 1 hour · from $19

Spend one hour with Fado singer-hosts such as Margarida, Monica, or Anna and two guitarists in Porto’s Trindade Noble Hall. Learn about Fado and its instruments in four languages, hear heartfelt songs, and choose a glass of Dry White, White, Rosé, or Ruby Port.

“This Fado show was most certainly the highlight of our trip to Porto. Amazing hospitality by our host, delicious Port wine, and extremely talented artists. Thank you!”

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Porto: Fado Concert in Porto's Most Beautiful House - Entering the Menina Colina or Palacete
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Porto: Fado Concert in Porto’s Most Beautiful House

12.Porto: Fado Concert in Porto’s Most Beautiful House

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,201 reviews · 1 hour · from $22

Spend one hour hearing Fado singers and musicians in either the Menina Colina or Palacete mansion. The performers explain Fado, its instruments, and the meaning behind the songs. You also receive a glass of Port wine, with pastries offered at some sessions.

“Absolutely beautiful. Played and sung lovely. Proper culture evening. Thank you.”

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Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine - Entering Casa Fado ao Centro
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Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

13.Coimbra: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 998 reviews · 50 min · from $18

Spend 50 minutes at Casa Fado ao Centro with Coimbra university musicians, including singers and Coimbra guitarists. João Farinha often explains the music in clear English before songs and stories about the city. The show ends with Port wine and a chance to chat with the performers.

“A truly immersive experience, I highly recommend it. Fado should be listened to without dining, unlike what other operators propose. I have tried both and definitely I prefer this version.”

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Lisbon: Alfama Tour and Live Fado with Traditional Dinner - Meeting at Rossio Train Station
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Lisbon: Alfama Tour and Live Fado with Traditional Dinner

14.Lisbon: Alfama Tour and Live Fado with Traditional Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 970 reviews · 4 hours · from $58

Spend four hours with an English-speaking guide such as Miguel or Catalina, walking through Mouraria and Alfama before a set Portuguese dinner and live Fado. Expect steep cobbles, city views, one included drink, and a traditional evening in Lisbon’s oldest quarter.

“Catalina was an exceptional tour guide! From start to finish, she made the experience memorable. She explained everything in great detail, ensuring we understood all the historical and cultural highlights. During dinner, she went above and beyond, checking in with everyone to make sure we had everything we needed and making us feel truly cared for. Highly recommend :))”

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Lisbon: Tapas & Drinks with Fado Live Performance - Fado performed close enough to feel personal
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Lisbon: Tapas & Drinks with Fado Live Performance

15.Lisbon: Tapas & Drinks with Fado Live Performance

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 749 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

Spend three hours in an 18th-century chapel built over a Roman theater, sharing Portuguese finger food and wine while three or more fadistas sing with Portuguese guitar accompaniment. Expect an intimate, informal evening at the Associação do Fado Casto, with food served throughout the performance.

“The fado was wonderful. The tapas were just that…but plenty of it. If you like fish and beans, you’ll enjoy the food, but the highlight was by far the fado. Three singers…a few sets with breaks between. For what we paid it was more than expected. I’d do it again in a heartbeat!”

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★ 4.0Porto: Cálem Cellar Tour, Live Fado Show and Wine TastingFrom $33295 reviews
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