Porto

Porto is Portugal's second largest city and the capital of the Northern region, and a busy industrial and commercial centre. The city isn't very populous (about 238,000 inhabitants in 2024), but the Porto metropolitan area has some 1.8 million inhabitants in a 50-km radius, with cities like Vila Nova de Gaia, Vila do Conde, Póvoa de Varzim and Espinho.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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Fundação de Serralves

Modern Art Museum

A contemporary museum designed by the famous architect Álvaro Siza, with a huge garden/park and an Art Deco Villa. When visiting this foundation you can visit the exhibitions, relax at the park, have lunch at the restaurant, bar or tea house and explore the shops or the library. There is also a farm at the southern end of the park.

€8.50 museum and park, €4 park only. 50% discount for 65+ and Porto card holders. Free on Sundays 10:00-13:00 for students and under 18

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Pavilhão Rosa Mota

A multi purpose pavilion with nice gardens to rest, also known as "Palácio de Cristal".

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Jardim Botânico do Porto

The Porto Botanical Garden (Portuguese: Jardim Botânico do Porto) is a botanical garden located in the gardens of the Campo Alegre Estate (Quinta do Campo Alegre) or Andresen House, in Porto, Portugal. Since 2015, it has been a part of the Museum of Natural History and Science of University of Porto (MHNC-UP). In recognition of its conservation efforts and botanical significance, the garden received multiple international distinctions.

Mo-Su 09:00-18:00; Apr-Oct: Mo-Su 09:00-19:00; Jan 01,Dec 25 off · Free entry · Heritage listed

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Douro river cruise

Take a cruise upriver (the cost starts at €15 (although they can be slightly cheaper if paired with a different activity) and takes about 50 minutes. Cruises run from 10:00 to 18:30, with sailings every 30 minutes for most operators. There are multiple river cruise operators and you can purchase a ticket from every tourist service and office in the Sao Bento area, or potentially from the wharf itself. Many of the cruises are themed around seeing the various bridges and river-adjacent facilities. You may also choose a day-long cruise starting at €70 to or from Régua, with one way of the journey completed by bus (included in the price). This tour states at 08:00 and returns at 17:00 or 18:00. Go at least as far as Pinhão — the landscape is absolutely stunning. If you choose to do this in the summer, don't forget your factor 30 sunscreen! Look for cruises based on the Vila Nova de Gaia wharf (the same side as the port wine caves), as some of them may offer discounts for cave tours or port wine purchases.

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