What to see, what to do
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Travel guide Porto

Portugal's second-largest city, Porto is renowned for its historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, its picturesque bridges over the Douro and, of course, its famous port wine.

Riche d’un passé commercial et industriel, Porto a joué un rôle crucial dans l’histoire du Portugal, notamment dans le commerce du vin. Son architecture mêle harmonieusement des éléments médiévaux, baroques et modernes.

Porto is accessible via its Francisco Sá Carneiro international airport. The city is also well connected by rail and road to other regions of Portugal and neighbouring Spain.

Accommodation

Porto offers a range of accommodation to suit all tastes, from luxury hotels overlooking the river to friendly youth hostels and rented flats.

Gastronomy

Francesinha, tripas à moda do Porto, bacalhau (cod), Port and Douro wines.

What is there to see? What to do?

The Ribeira, the Dom-Luís I Bridge, the Lello bookshop, Porto Cathedral and the wine cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia.

Vila Nova de Gaia, Foz do Douro, Boavista, Miragaia.

Cruises on the Douro, guided tours of the city, wine tastings, walks along the Atlantic coast.

Public gardens and parks, interactive museums, beaches and water sports on the Douro.

São João Festival, Fantasporto (Porto International Film Festival), Primavera Sound Porto.

Activities

Shopping

Craft products, port wine, traditional bookshops, modern shopping centres.

Nightlife

Wine and tapas bars, fado clubs, lively nightlife in the Ribeira and Galerias de Paris districts.

Did you know?

Port wine is world-famous and is produced exclusively in the Douro Valley.
The Lello bookshop inspired J.K. Rowling to create the locations in the Harry Potter series.
The Dom-Luís I Bridge was designed by one of Gustave Eiffel's collaborators.
Porto has been named best European destination on several occasions.
La ville est souvent appelée ‘Cidade Invicta’ (la ville invaincue) pour son histoire de résilience et d’indépendance.

Tips and tricks
Use the efficient metro and bus system to get around the city.
Discover the local cuisine in the tascas (small traditional restaurants).
Take a guided tour of the wine cellars to learn more about Port wine production.

Explore neighbourhoods off the beaten track for a more authentic experience, visit local markets and enjoy cultural and artistic festivals.

Bonjour, je m’appelle Maria, j’ai 36 ans et je suis une passionnée de voyage et d’exploration. Originaire de Porto, j’ai un amour profond pour ma ville natale et le Portugal en général, ce qui me pousse à partager mes expériences, mes découvertes et mon amour pour ce pays avec le reste du monde.

Maria F.

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