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City Guide

Your guide to Porto – local life, family trips and essential visitor info

Things to do

What to visit in Porto

There are thousands of great things to see and do in Porto – literally. So it’s not been an easy task to boil it down to just 15 unmissable things to see in this city. We’ve done it, though, and this is the hotlist.

Things to do

How to spend 48 hours in Porto

Doing any city in a weekend is a challenge, so allow us to give you a hand.

Attractions

Porto’s top 10 attractions

Instagram alert! Here’s our ultimate top 10 list of Porto’s unmissable stops.

Things to do

The best free things to do in Porto

If you’re on a budget or just believe that the best things in life are free.

Things to do

Great things to do with kids in Porto

Porto is great for kids, whatever stuff they’re into. Have fun with them!

Insiders’ guides to Porto

Restaurants

Ten dishes you have to try in Porto

Here's a mouthwatering top ten that’ll make you glad you packed those big trousers.

Restaurants

The five best restaurants in Porto

Do yourself a favour and book a table at one (or all) of them. You won’t regret it.

Restaurants

The coolest cheap restaurants in Porto

City’s top eateries that combine great food and low prices. Your wallet will be eternally grateful.

Restaurants

Best places for brunch in Porto

Get up late, have home made bread, eggs and whatnot – plus a cheeky mimosa.

Time Out Shop

Douro Valley Small-Group Tour with Wine Tasting and lunch

Visit Portugal’s prestigious Douro Valley on this full-day wine tour from Porto!

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Porto Small Group Tour Including Wine Cellars and Wine Tasting

In this tour of discovery through Oporto, you will visit the main tourist spots and historical monuments of the city, as well as enjoy the taste of excellent wines and the warm and genuine character of the people of the city.

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Private Porto Secrets Walking Tour

Discover the best of Porto during this 5-hour walking tour of the city. Follow a professional, licensed guide to the city’s famous monuments

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Porto B side

Live the city like a local! Get away from the touristy areas and join the other side of Porto.

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Hotels

Book a stay in a Porto hotel

Whether you’re in town for a flying visit, or are taking a more leisurely approach; whether you crave pampering or want traditional hospitality; whether you have a tight budget or bottomless pockets, there’s a great hotel in Porto for you.

Bars and pubs

Our favourite bars in Porto

The city offers all kinds of bars, whatever your tastes and what part of town you’re in. These are the ones we like the most.

Nightlife

Porto nightlife – our essential guide to a night out in the city

Here’s a roadmap to the finest places to have a drink, socialise and dance, from late afternoon to the break of dawn.

Nightlife

Best places to go dancing in Porto

If you’re ready to hit the dancefloor, we recommend these spots. Whatever music you’re into, Porto’s got a place for you.