Porto

Casa da Música

House of Music

Designed by Rem Koolhaas and OMA. Guided tour available in English from 1 June - 30 September at 10:00, 11:00, 16:00 and 17:00 for €10/person (free for children under 12) which take about 1 hour. The rest of the year the guided tour is at 11:00 and 16:00.

Mo-Su 09:30-18:00 · Entry 8.00 EUR · Wheelchair accessible

Palácio da Bolsa

Stock Exchange Palace

It was built in the 19th century on the grounds of the destroyed old cloisters of the adjacent São Francisco church. It also contains the most impressive Arab room in the country. There is also a Port wine tasting room.

Daily 09:00-18:30 · €12 adults, €7.5 concessions · Heritage listed · Entry 10 EUR · Wheelchair accessible

Sé do Porto

Porto Cathedral

This Romanesque cathedral was built in the 13th century. Later on Baroque alterations were made in the 17th and 18th century. The cathedral is on top of a hill from where you also have great views over the city and the river.

Apr-Oct 9:00-18:30; Nov-Mar 9:00-17:30 · €3. Combined ticket with adjacent Bishop's palace €6 · Heritage listed · Entry 3.00 EUR

Igreja de São Francisco

Church of Saint Francis

A Gothic church with later alterations of the interior decorations in Baroque style.

Heritage listed

Mercado do Bolhão

A traditional market of fruits, vegetables, fish and meat. As of 2022 the entire market is now open after major refurbishment.

Sun closed · Heritage listed

Centro Português de Fotografia

Portuguese Photography Museum

Housed in a beautiful building in the centre of the city.

Tu-Fr 10:00-18:00; Sa-Su 15:00-19:00; Jan 01 off; easter off; May 01 off; Dec 25 off; PH 15:00-19:00 · Free · Free entry

Taberna Folias de Baco

A small cozy Portuguese restaurant with a nice ambiance. You can sip on amazing wine while eating delicious authentic food. The manager is very friendly and helpful.

Mo,Th-Su 18:00-24:00; Tu-We off · Vegan options · Wi-Fi · Limited wheelchair access

Torre dos Clérigos

Clerics' Tower

Panoramic views from this baroque tower. 226 steps to the top. It is best to get there early since there is not a lot of space on the viewing platform. You might even have to wait for some time before you are allowed to climb up the stairs.

Daily 09:00-17:00 · €8 (includes entry to a small exhibition at the lower levels of the tower) · Wi-Fi · Entry 10.00 EUR

Antiqvvm

Michelin-starred dining in the midst of a city-centre park with river views. Tasting menus or à la carte.

Tue–Sat 12:30-23:00, closed Sun Mon · EUR 45-170 · Vegetarian options

O Comercial

Elegant atmosphere in the Palácio da Bolsa (Stock Exchange Palace). Large windows face the River Douro. They serve Portuguese cuisine tweaked with some new techniques and products.

Mon 19:30–22:30, Tue–Sat 12:30–14:30 & 19:30–22:30, closed Sun · EUR 19-70

Murça No Porto

A small and traditional restaurant typical of Porto, one of the few remaining true. Like eating a home cooked meal. Lots of locals are there.

Mo-Sa 09:00-22:00

Ribeira

Riverfront

The part of the city near the river, which is also a good place to start visiting the World Heritage area; to the other side of the river you will see the Ribeira de Gaia, a similar area from the city of Vila Nova de Gaia (the two are only separated by the river) and where you could find the Port Wine Cellars.

Heritage listed · Wheelchair accessible

Prioridade Bar

In the Ribeira region, this bar is one of the cheapest in the area. It's probably the only decent place in the whole of the Ribeira region (and probably, in the city) where you can get a large beer for only a few euros. They also serve spirits and cocktails, at very cheap prices as well. If you are planning a night out, have a few drinks at this bar before clubbing, since the price of drinks in the clubs can be outrageously high and you may find yourself with no taxi fare money to return to your home, hotel, hostel, etc. It's quite tricky to find, since it's tucked away in a rather isolated (but quite nice) place; it's near the D. Luis I bridge. Ask the locals, they'll know where it is.

Outdoor seating

Estrela do Oriente

Excellent, homemade food of very good quality and a family atmosphere. Good grilled salmon and delicious sardines.

Plano B

Near Torre dos Clérigos is a popular art gallery and bar installed on Porto's historic centre.

Ryan's Irish Pub

In the Ribeira, nice cozy atmosphere and friendly bar staff. Always a good place to start.

Trinkas Petisqueira Lounge

Very good cuisine, simple, homemade and careful. Lovely little restaurant, great for sitting by the side of the road and watching the world go by.

Taxca

A typical Portuguese tavern, with excellent quality gastronomy products, the atmosphere is fantastic, typical of a tavern, without table service, the hanging hams immediately whet your appetite. One of the best places to snack on Portuguese dishes. The best bifanas in Porto, the sarrabulho porridge, well garnished with meat. The space is super relaxed, and the staff very friendly.

Euskalduna Studio

Service is in a chef's table/degustation style, featuring "10 moments and some surprises".

Mon–Sat 19:00–23:00, closed Sun · EUR 105-170

Port Wine Institute

A small exhibition about Port wine and its certification process. Samples of a small variety of Port wines can be bought. Guided tastings and tours to the laboratories can be arranged.

Mon-Fri 11:00-19:00, Sat Sun closed · Free

Laurear

Authentic fabulous Portuguese food. Small and cozy place with very friendly service. It's rather small, you have to be lucky to get a table in the evening.

Passos Manuel

A dance club/bar frequented by the arty crowd, with a varied but tasteful selection of music and a warm decór.

Porto Exit Games

You're locked in a room with a mystery to solve and the clock ticking. Can you crack the puzzle and escape?

2-5 players €50 pp

Casa Das Tortas

Great authentic Portuguese food homemade with bakery pastries. A very good place to eat typical food. Best Francesinha in Porto.

Solar Vinho do Porto

Rua de Entre-Quintas 220. A villa with port samples and a great view of the Douro. Open M-Sa 14:00-00:00. This is the perfect place to sit in soft chairs or outside in the garden and enjoy a few glasses of the finest ports. You can also have cheese with your port.

Taberna do Doutor

Fantastic francesinha and great sardines. Friendly and attentive staff.

Mo-Sa 12:00-15:00, 18:00-23:00 · Wi-Fi

Museu Romântico

A house where the King of Italy stayed while in exile.

Tu-Sa 10:00-17:30; PH off

Churrasqueira Brasil

Don’t let the outside appearance fool you. This place is a hidden gem. Great homemade food and attention. Very nice place to eat the dish of the day.

A Loja dos Pastéis de Chaves

Lovely eatery just off the main shopping street. Genuine food also suitable for vegetarians. The place is nice and chill. They have a really big menu with a lot of options.

Mo-Su 7:00-20:00

Maus Hábitos

Vegetarian restaurant by day, youth culture clubhouse at night. Menu changes weekly and costs €9 (€7.50 excluding dessert).

Mon-Fri 12:00-15:00