What to do in Porto?
Clinging to the banks of the Douro, Porto charms with its blue azulejos, steep lanes and port wine cellars. From the Ribeira district to the Dom Luís bridge and the famous Lello bookshop, the city blends authenticity and easy living — for a delicious, photogenic city trip.
Porto highlights
The places and experiences not to miss under any circumstances.
Ribeira district
A flagship experience in Porto, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Port wine cellars
A flagship experience in Porto, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Lello Bookshop
A flagship experience in Porto, worth booking ahead to avoid the queues.
Plan your visit to Porto
Our practical tips for a great stay: when to go, how to get around, where to stay.
When to visit Porto?
Spring and summer are the sunniest; autumn stays mild and bright. Keep a windbreaker handy: the Atlantic climate is changeable.
Getting around Porto
The centre is compact but very steep; metro and funicular ease the climbs to the viewpoints. The historic trams are both transport and attraction.
Where to stay in Porto
The Ribeira and Baixa (centre) to do everything on foot. Vila Nova de Gaia, across the river, offers superb views of the city and the cellars nearby.
Activities & tickets to book in Porto
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Porto by theme
The places and experiences not to miss under any circumstances.
Guided tours
To grasp the soul of Porto, nothing beats a guided tour. Follow a local guide through the great monuments and hidden lanes, and discover the stories that paper guides leave out.
Book →Museums & skip-the-line tickets
Porto is packed with must-see museums and monuments. Book your skip-the-line tickets in Porto and enjoy the finest collections without losing an hour in the queue.
Book →Cruises & boat trips
Seeing Porto from the water means rediscovering it. Hop aboard a cruise or boat ride and admire the finest views of Porto on the water, by day or at sunset.
Book →Food tours & gastronomy
Food is part of the journey. Treat yourself to a food tour in Porto: local markets, regional specialties and tastings to savour Porto like a true local.
Book →Outdoors & activities
Feel like moving? Porto lends itself to bike rides, hikes and outdoor activities to explore the city and its surroundings from a different angle.
Book →Day trips
The most beautiful treasures sometimes hide at the gates of Porto. Book a day trip to discover the villages, castles and landscapes nearby.
Book →Plan Porto day by day
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