The second-largest city in Portugal is a fantastic place to visit for a true taste of the country. Situated on the northwest coast, Porto is home to a variety of colourful and historic buildings, as well as a bustling port and a strong football culture. If you’re into sports, culture and city breaks, Porto is the city for you.
Sitting on the edge of the Douro Valley, Porto produces some of the best wine in the Iberian Peninsula. The fortified wine, port, gets its name from Porto, and some of the red and white wine that is produced in and around Porto is some of the best you’ll ever taste. Combine a nice glass of wine with that beautiful Portuguese sunshine, and you’ve got a winning combination for the ultimate escape to Porto. Let's go
The historic Ribeira District in Porto is an Old Town like no other. In fact, it’s a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, which shows how important and how well-preserved it is, too. Explore the narrow, winding streets which have been walked through for centuries, and soak up the glorious atmosphere while you enjoy some traditional Portuguese cuisine at a local cafe or restaurant. Let's go
This iconic double-decker bridge is likely the first image that comes to your mind when Porto is mentioned. You can walk, cycle or drive across this iron bridge, which connects one side of the city to the other across the Douro River. While doing so, you’re rewarded with incredible views of both sides of the city and a whole new perspective of Porto. Let's go
Despite being Portugal’s second-largest city, life is lived at a much slower pace in Porto compared to Lisbon. It’s culturally more similar to Lisbon, but the vibes in Porto are much more similar to those found in the south of the country, in the Algarve. Expect your time in Porto to be centred around how slow and easy life can be, as it should be spent in such a colourful, sun-soaked, coastal city. Let's go