Porto
Portugal
Overview
Portugal's second city cascades down granite hillsides to the Douro River, where port wine lodges, baroque churches, and azulejo-covered buildings create magic.
Cost of Travel
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Explore Porto
Dom Luis I Bridge
Arched bridge carrying low-level road & a high-level metro line between Porto & Vila Nove de Gaia.
Ribeira District
Porto's UNESCO-listed riverfront neighborhood of colorful buildings, cobblestoned alleys, and waterfront cafes along the Douro.
Jardim do Morro
A cable car leads to this hilltop green space with benches & a grove of palm trees at the summit.
Porto Bridge Climb
Tour-led ascents of the landmark Arrábida Bridge with vast views of Porto & the Douro River estuary.
Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
Landscaped gardens designed in the 19th century offering fountains, paths & Douro River views.
Porto Cathedral
Hilltop Romanesque cathedral, with a fortress-like interior, a rose window & Gothic cloisters.
Where to Stay
The Yeatman
A luxury wine hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia with a decanter-shaped pool, Michelin-starred restaurant, and panoramic views of Porto.
Pestana Porto - A Brasileira
A stylish hotel in a historic Porto landmark on Rua de Sao Joao with Art Deco elements and a prime riverside location.
Where to Eat
The Yeatman Restaurant
Portuguese
A two-Michelin-star restaurant with sweeping views of Porto, serving creative Portuguese cuisine paired with an extraordinary wine cellar.
Cafe Santiago
Portuguese
The definitive francesinha (Porto's legendary meat-and-cheese sandwich drowned in beer sauce) has been served at this institution since the 1950s.
Travel Tips
- Cross the Dom Luis I Bridge upper deck for the best panoramic views
- Visit a port wine lodge in Vila Nova de Gaia for tasting — Taylor's and Graham's are excellent
- Try francesinha — Porto's calorie-laden cheese-and-meat sandwich masterpiece
- Sao Bento station has 20,000 azulejo tiles depicting Portuguese history — free to visit
- Take a Douro Valley day trip by train or boat for vineyards and river scenery
- Porto is significantly cheaper than Lisbon — enjoy the value
Getting There & Around
Porto Metro has 6 lines with full accessibility. City buses are accessible. Walking is the best way to explore but prepare for hills. The historic Tram 1 runs along the river (not accessible). Uber is cheap and ubiquitous. Trains connect to Lisbon (2.5 hours) and the Douro Valley.
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