Description

Destino Fado stages an intimate one-hour fado concert in the original music room of a 19th-century mansion in central Porto, a space built for piano and cello recitals with excellent acoustics. Singers and Portuguese guitarists perform traditional fado with short explanations of its history in English, Portuguese and Spanish, making it an approachable introduction to Portugal's most famous music for school-age kids. The early-evening start (around 5:30pm) suits families far better than late-night fado houses, and adults receive a glass of Port wine with a traditional pastry. Arrive 15 minutes early to explore the mansion's architecture and gardens with the children.