Explore Porto, Portugal: Top Attractions and Things to Do
Porto is the second-largest city in Portugal, the capital of the Porto District, and one of the Iberian Peninsula's major urban areas. In Portuguese, the name of the city includes a definite article: o Porto ("the port" or "the harbor"), which is where its English name "Oporto" comes from.
I visited Porto the first time in 2021, where I was lucky to have friends come visit and explore the city with for about 10 days.
Returning in January 2024 for 2 weeks, I visited Porto on my own, revisiting some favorite spots and exploring some new ones.
I came back to Porto in September 2025 for 3 weeks and was really able to sink into the city, discover some budget friendly things to do in Porto, and spend a few days checking off some “must do in Porto” activities when a friend came to visit.
How to Get to Porto
For your Complete Guide for Getting to Porto from Lisbon, click here!
Porto Neighborhoods
Porto is a very walkable city and is well connected by public transportation, so you really can’t go wrong with whichever neighborhood you choose for your visit. These are some of the most popular neighborhoods in Porto:
Rebeira
The narrow, cobbled streets of Ribeira are dotted with small bars and eateries serving classic Portuguese fare like grilled sardines. Beside the Douro River, Praça da Ribeira square is lined with colorful 18th-century townhouses, while the neoclassical landmark, Palácio da Bolsa, is known for its ornate interiors. Hard Club hosts rock gigs and club nights in a restored market building.
Ribeira is one of the most popular area for tourists visiting Porto and has been described as “feeling like you are in a post card”. With its stunning views, easy access, and numerous bars and restaurants and is an ideal location for many visitors.
The “grand center of Porto”, Baixa is where many of Porto’s classic hotels will be found and is a great base for a visit to Porto with its central and accessible location.
Cedofeita
Cedofeita is one of the neighborhoods that shapes Porto’s downtown. The favorite neighborhood of many in the city (including us at Guiajando). It mixes traditional architecture with a younger atmosphere and new cafes and restaurants that have expanded the local offer.
Described as a “local, yet touristy neighborhood”, Cedofeita is one of the neighborhoods shaping Potos’s downtown and offers an eclectic vibe with fun bars, restaurants, shops and things to do.
For your complete guide to the Best Hotels in Porto, click here!
Boavista
Upscale Boavista is a largely residential district, home to cultural venues like the striking, contemporary Casa da Música, with eclectic performances, and the Fundação Serralves, a cutting-edge art museum and villa in lush wooded gardens. The area also has high-end shops, trendy cafes and unpretentious eateries serving Porto’s classic francesinha, a meat sandwich with melted cheese and tomato sauce
Boavista has been described as the “New Downtown of Porto” and is becoming an increasingly popular area for tourists. This areas also boasts the best museums, relaxing gardens, taverns, restaurants, brunch and beautiful spas.
Miragaia
Picturesque Miragaia is known for cobbled streets lined with townhouses and small eateries serving classic Portuguese fare, plus views of the Douro River from its hillier parts. The Museu do Carro Eléctrico has 19th- and 20th-century trams, while jewelry, sculpture and paintings are on display at Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis. Alfândega convention center hosts large-scale historical exhibits and conferences
This medieval maze of a neighborhood is a charming and authentic area of the city with classic Portuguese eateries, small local shops and many room rentals for travelers looking for a less touristy stay.
Want to take a beach day from Porto? Check out my Complete Guide to Matosinhos!
Public Transportion in Porto
For my complete Guide to Porto Public Transportation: How to Get Around the City, click here!
Porto Markets
Porto, and Gaia, have numerous markets to stroll through while taking in local sights, smells and tastes.
These are some of my favorites
Mercado do Bolhão
🗺️R. Formosa 322, 4000-248 Porto
🕰️Mon-Sat 8a-12a, Sun - closed
🥬 Vegetarian Friendly
From fresh seafood, endless cheese, mini charcuteries, sweet treats, and everything in between, Mercado do Bolhão really has something for everyone.
This is a great place to sample so many Portuguese delights, take in all the sights and smells and just wander through the endless stalls.
Mercado Beira-Rio
🗺️Av. de Ramos Pinto 148, 4400-261 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
🕰️Daily 11a-10p
Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, Mercado Beira-Rio truly has something for everyone. From wine tastings to tapas, hearty meals, and endless sweat treats, you will find something to satisfy every craving here.
It can get a bit busy, and seating can be limited, so it is advised to go during off hours if visiting during peak season.
Porto Bars and Restaurants
Porto is packed with bars and restaurants. From fine dining to casual, riverfront to tiny places tucked away in the narrow streets of the city, there are endless options to please every palette.
These were some favorites from my trips to Porto.
Best Brunch Spots in Porto
Is brunch uniquely Portuguese? No.
Is it one of my favorite meals of the day? Yes.
While you won’t find a truly Portuguese brunch, there are some great local breakfast and brunch restaurants in Porto that are a great way to start your day.
These are some of my top brunch restaurants in Porto.
The Hungry Biker
🗺️Three location in Porot:
Rua do Almada 57/59 4000, 4050-036 Porto
Rua das Taipas 68, 4050-527 Porto
R. das Flores 146 148, 4050-263 Porto
🕰️Daily 8:30a-4p
💶€€
🥬Vegan and Veggie Friendly
🌈LGBTQ+ Friendly
🐶Dog Friendly
I went for a late brunch and had a great meal, delicious sangria, friendly service, and excellent people watching - what more could you want?
All three locations of this family-owned restaurant are highly rated, and if they are all as good as the one I went too, you really can’t go wrong with location.
CA Downtown
🗺️Praça de Carlos Alberto 89, 4050-158 Porto
🕰️Tues-Sun 8:15a-4:30p, Mon - Closed
💶€€
🥬Vegetarian Friendly
If you ae looking for a great brunch spot in Porto, CA Downtown - Brunch is a top option. I met a fellow traveler for brunch and beers here and it was the perfect brunch restaurant in Porto to start our day.
They have a broad, but not overly complicated menu, cute interior and outdoor seating space that offers great people watching. Our servers were friendly and fun and added to our experience.
STORY | brunch & cocktails
🗺️Rua dos Mártires da Liberdade 30, 4050-358 Porto
🕰️Daily 9a-6p
💶€€
🥬Vegetarian Friendly
I met a new friend here for brunch and we had such a lovely experience. The food with fresh and delicious and the service was warm and friendly.
Tucked in to a little side street, this spot is perfectly located for outdoor seating and excellent people watching.
Esquires Coffee Porto
🗺️R. de 31 de Janeiro 215, 4000-543 Porto
🕰️Daily 8:30a-6p
💶€€
🥬Vegetarian Friendly
I came here solo one morning when my friend went to tour a museum and loved it so much, I went back and brought her.
The service is so kind and friendly, the atmosphere is cozy and relaxed; welcoming to digital nomads, families, groups and the menu has something for everyone.
I easily could have spent all day here.
Majestic Cafe
🗺️Rua Santa Catarina 112, 4000-442 Porto, Portugal
💶€€–€
🕰️Mon-Sat 9a-11p
Is this an overpriced tourist attraction? Absolutely.
Do you need to go? Absolutely.
Even if just for an espresso (or one of the many coffee drinks offered) or a pastry, Majestic Cafe is something to experience on any visit to Porto.
*highly recommend the French toast
Great Lunch Spots in Porto
Bilha Nova
🗺️R. do Dr. Barbosa de Castro nº.64, 4050-090 Porto, Portugal
💶€€
🕰️Tues-Sat 12p-3p, 7p-10:30, Sun 12p-3p
🥬Vegetarian Friendly
🌈LGBTQ+ Friendly
We stumbled into Bilha Nova by accident and it was the perfect place to catch up after 5 weeks! We stopped in for a “bite” and “quick drink” and ended up having several tapas and a delicious pitcher of Sangria. We enjoyed it, and the lovely staff, so much we returned several times. The rose sangria and tapas are reason to come back over and over.
Rio da Vila Guest House Bar
🗺️80 Rua de Mouzinho da Silveira - 4050-415 PORTO
💶€€
This was also a happy accident that we found (looking for a W/C). We spotted this chic, but charming spot from across the street and thought we would grab an espresso, use the W/C and be on our way; but the atmosphere, friendly staff, and gorgeous cocktails kept us here for hours.
(The guest house itself also looks like a great place to spend a few days).
Cantinho dos Bragança
🗺️ Praça dos Poveiros 55, 4000-033 Porto
Rua da Alegria 26, 4000-032 Porto (only open for dinner)
🕰️Tues-Sat 12p-12a, Sun-Mon Closed
💶€€
Great lunch spot! I worked from here one afternoon and had a solid sampling of tapas, sangria (noticing a theme here…) and live music from different performers that passed by. Fun and friendly servers made this a perfect spot to spend an afternoon… in to happy hour.
⭐There is a second location that focuses on dinner and cocktails.
Top Dinner Restaurants in Porto
Mito Restaurant
🗺️R. de José Falcão 183, 4050-215 Porto
💶€€–€€€
“Casual Gourmet of Pedro Braga in Porto” Mito means “myth” in Portuguese, and that name is very telling. The goal of the proprietors at this Porto restaurant is to create a dream that sweetly infiltrates into reality. For a really cool, but casual, dining experience; Mito is perfect. It has a very elevated vibe with incredible food, that is truly an experience, while maintaining a lowkey and comfortable vibe.
Reservations strongly suggested
Brasão Aliados
🗺️R. de Ramalho Ortigão 28, 4000-407 Porto
🕰️Sun-Thurs12p-4:30p, 6:30-11:30p, Fri-Sat 12p-4:30p, 6:30p-12a
💶€€
Two words: vegetarian francesinha. Two more words: Blooming onion.
I was ready to give up 25 years of not eating red meat and pork to indulge in a francesinha sandwich after taking a bite of the bread, cheese, and sauce of a friend’s, until I discovered that Brasao has a vegetarian option.
That alone was worth the visit for me, but everything else on the menu was just as exceptional, and the warm inviting atmosphere and incredible service just make this a must visit on any visit to Porto.
Reservations strongly suggested.
CHAMA
🗺️Rua dos Caldeireiros 111, 4050-140 Porto
🕰️Tues-Sat 6p-12a, Sun-Mon Closed
💶55€ +drinks (*note the covert and water are not included)
Our menu includes various moments with ingredients that can include meat, fish, seafood, vegetables, and dessert. The courses vary according to the fresh products available everyday.
At CHAMA we want to provide an experience where our customers don’t know what courses will be presented. The goal is to let you be surprised by the creativity and quality of the courses that Chef Zé Pedro Moreno produces, taking into account the ingredients that local producers deliver to us daily.
This famous Porto restaurant is among the most recommended (if not the most recommended) restaurant by guides, locals, and several friends.
It took me 3 visits to Porto to finally make it to CHAMA, and I was honestly skeptical if it would live up to the hype: it did.
I went with a friend who came to visit, and we had an overall wonderful experience. The servers are fun and entertaining, the space is chill and not-at-all pretentious, and the chef’s choice menu was fresh and delicious.
Be prepared to spend a good 3 hours here, come hungry, and be ready for a great time!
⭐Chama books fast, and months out, so be sure to book well in advance.
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Porto Highlights & Things to Do
Packed with historical landmarks, stunning churches and cathedrals, beautiful architecture, and endless things to do, Porto truly has something for everyone.
Take a Porto Free Walking Tour
I try to take free walking tour in every city I visit, but didn’t take one in Porto until my 3rd visit. Even after spending quite a bit of time in Porto, I learned to much about the city on this three hour tour.
I booked through Guruwalk and lucked out with a really great Porto free walking tour guide, Agata.
You can book directly with Agata on her Instagram here, or the Take Free Tours (free tours offered throughout Portugal).
⭐Remember to tip your guide!
São Bento Station
Per Wikipedia; São Bento Railway Station is a 20th-century railway terminal in the civil parish of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, in the municipality of Porto, district of Porto.
🗺️Praça de Almeida Garrett, 4000-069 Porto
Every time I have come to Porto over the pas 4 years, Sao Bento train station has been under some type of renovation, but finally (as of September 2025) the indoor restoration is complete!
The tile work in this 20th Century Portuguese train station is absolutely a site to behold and hold so much history and stories in those traditional blue tiles.
This will be your first view of Porto if you take the train from Lisbon into Sao Bento. If you don’t take the train in or out, be sure to visit the station for the stunning architecture and tile work.
The Livraria Lello & Irmão
The Livraria Lello & Irmão, commonly known in English as the Lello Bookshop, is a bookshop located in the civil parish of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, in the northern Portuguese municipality of Porto.
🗺️R. das Carmelitas 144, 4050-161 Porto
💶€10 (this is applied to any book purchase)
🕰️Daily 9a-7:30p
Built in 1906, the stunning Lello Bookstore has been acclaimed as one of the World’s Most Beautiful bookstores, due in large part to the it’s iconic staircase.
More recently this Porto bookstore has been made even more famous for (allegedly) inspiring Harry Potter author, J.K. Rowling.
⭐While it IS possible to join the line to enter, it can be very long, so advanced timed tickets are strongly encouraged. You can purchase tickets to Lello Bookstore here
Torres dos Clerigos
Clerigos Tower
The church was built for the Brotherhood of the Clérigos by Nicolau Nasoni, an Italian architect and painter who left an extensive body of work in the north of Portugal during the 18th century.
🗺️R. de São Filipe de Nery, 4050-546 Porto, Portugal
🕰️Hours: 9a-7p daily (Sunday service 9:30p10:30p)
💶Adults 10€, Students 7€, Children under 10 are free
The Torres do Clerigos, is the 75-meter-tall bell tower of the Clérigos Church and can be seen from nearly all of Porto. The church and tower are open to the public with entry to the church being free and the opportunity to climb 200 steps to the sweeping views of Porto.
On my first visit to Porto, my friends were not up for the climb and on the one day I tried to go solo, the weather was prohibitive to a view. I finally made the climb when I returned to Porto in 2024 and the views were worth every step.
Portuguese Centre of Photography
🗺️Largo Amor de Perdição, 4050-008 Porto, Portugal
🕰️Tues-Fri 10a-6p, Sat-Sun 3p-7p, Mon-Closed
💶Free
Located just next to Torres dos Clerigos, I passed this beautiful building numerous times without paying it much attention until my Porto free walking tour guide shared that it is a great free thing to do in Porto.
Since it comes at my favorite price tag, and encompasses many of my interests: photography, architecture, and views, I decided to visit while in Porto and curating a list of free things to do in Porto.
Housed in an old jail, and still featuring much of the original design, the Portuguese Centre of Photography is absolutely worth a visit. I thought I would be in and out in about 30 minutes, but ended up spending well over an hour in this Porto site. The building itself is really cool, but the exhibits are also interesting and offer a wide variety of historic and modern pieces and information.
The top floor offers some of the most beautiful views in Porto!
Porto City Hall
🗺️Praça Gen. Humberto Delgado, 4000-407 Porto, Portugal
This striking building, harking back to the architecture of the great communal palaces of the north of Europe, is set at the top of the Avenida dos Aliados (Avenue of the Allies).
Construction began on this robust, imposing building in 1920, according to the design of architect António Correia da Silva, it was only fully completed in 1955.
At the centre, there is a 70m clock tower whose bells ring out as a symbol of the importance given by city citizens to civic life.
The statue in front, by sculptor Barata Feio, is a 1954 study of poet Almeida Garrett (1799-1854).
Dom Luís I Bridge
Luís I Bridge, is a double-deck metal arch bridge that spans the River Douro between the cities of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia in Portugal. Take a walk over the bridge for incredible views of the Douro river and both Gaia and Porto.
You can enter the upper level near the Porto Cathedral and cross over to Gaia from there. The upper level will take you directly to Jardim do Morro (see below).
The lower level of the bridge will take you to the wine cellars and riverfront of Gaia.
Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
The Crystal Palace of Porto, inspired by the London original, was built in 1865 for the International Exhibition and was a grand structure for its time. It was demolished in 1951 and replaced by the Rosa Mota Pavilion (now the Super Bock Arena) to host events like the 1952 Roller-Hockey World Cup. The original palace was dismantled due to disrepair, while the surrounding gardens, designed by Émile David, remain today as the Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
🗺️R. de D. Manuel, 4050-346 Porto, Portugal
🕰️Daily 8a-7p
💶Free
I love gardens and green spaces, so I can’t believe it took my 4 visits to Porto before I made it to Jardins do Palácio de Cristal.
These beautifully landscaped gardens, dating back to 19th century are the perfect escape from the city and main touristic area of Porto. Offering some of the best views of Porto and the Douro River below, this Porto garden is filled with pathways, fountains and gorgeous floral displays. You will also find peacocks and many other types of birds wandering throughout the gardens at Palácio de Cristal.
⭐Atop the Super Bock Arena inside Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, you can experience “Porto360”, which is said to offer the best 360 views of Porto. Adult tickets are 12,50 € and include a guide. For more information, visit here
Douro River Boat Cruise
This is one of those experiences that I really thought I didn’t “need” to do in Porto.
But then my friend came to visit and we decided to combine a Douro River 6 Bridges Boat Cruise and port wine tasting… and we loved it!
This quickly became something I think everyone should do in Porto. The views from the Douro River truly are unmatched and give a unique vantage point.
There are many different options for Douro River boat cruises, so there is something for every budget, time frame, and preference.
We opted for this 2 hours, small group, Douro River Boat Cruise with Port Wine Tasting and absolutely loved it!
Porto Churches and Cathedrals
Porto is packed with stunning churches and cathedrals, and most are open to visitors. Many have been transitioned to museums or historic sites and come with a small fee but are well worth the visit.
Port is also home of Agramonte Cemetery, which is on the European Cemetery Route.
Igreja de Santo Ildefonso
🗺️R. de Santo Ildefonso 11, 4000-542 Porto, Portugal
🕰️Open daily 10:00a-10:40pm (except Mon)
💶Donation
The Igreja de Santo Ildefonso is an eighteenth-century church in Porto, Portugal. The church is located near Batalha Square. Completed in 1739, the church was built in a proto-Baroque style and features a retable by the Italian artist Nicolau Nasoni and a façade of 1932 azulejo tilework.
The Igreja de Santo Ildefonso is an eighteenth-century church featuring ornate decor and beautiful tile work. Even for those that are not religious, it is worth a visit for the beautiful architecture and history.
Igreja do Carmo
The Carmo Church or Church of the Venerable Third Order of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, is located at the intersection between Praça de Carlos Alberto and Rua do Carmo, near the Church and Tower of Clérigos, in the Portuguese parish of Vitória, city of Porto.
Of Baroque/Rococo style, it was built in the second half of the eighteenth century, between 1756 and 1768, by the Third Order of Carmel, being the project of the architect José Figueiredo Seixas. Construction of the hospital began later, and it was completed in 1801.
🕰️Daily 9:30a-5p
💶7€
One of the most famed sites in Porto. Connected to its twin church by a house, this baroque church has a well-known tiled side façade. The church is open to visitors and is beautiful both inside and out.
Capela das Almas
The Chapel of Santa Catarina, also known as the Chapel of Souls, is a chapel located on the shopping street of Rua de Santa Catarina, in the former parish of Santo Ildefonso, in the city of Porto, in Portugal. It is particularly noted for the blue azulejo tiles on its exterior walls.
🗺️R. de Santa Catarina 428, 4000-124 Porto
🕰️Mon-Fri 7:30a-5:30p, Sat 7:30a-12:30p reopens 4:30p-5:30p, Sun 7:30a-12:30p
💶Free
This beautiful iconic chapel boasts 16,000 blue and white tiles depicting scenes from the lives of Saint Catherine and Saint Francis of Assisi.
Cloisters at Porto Cathedral
The Porto Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church located in the historical centre of the city of Porto, Portugal. It is one of the city's oldest monuments and one of the most important local Romanesque monuments
🗺️Terreiro da Sé, 4050-573 Porto
🕰️Hours: 9a-6:30p daily
💶3€ to visit museum & cloisters
The entrance to the cloister is located inside the Cathedral, through a door to the right of the temple. The cloister dates back to the fourteenth century and is decorated with tiles painted with some of the scenes from the Bible.
This is also a beautiful viewpoint and great place to catch a sunset. There are live performers here in the evening and an overall chill vibe in the evening.
Cemitério de Agramonte
This famed Portuguese cemetery contains a large memorial to the 120 victims of a fire that destroyed the Teatro Baquet in 1888. It is constructed largely from pieces of the theatre building that survived the fire. Several well-known people are buried in the cemetery, such as the archaeologist António Augusto da Rocha Peixoto, the cellist Guilhermina Suggia, the filmmaker Manoel de Oliveira and the actress Emília Eduarda. The tombs, with works by António Soares dos Reis and António Teixeira Lopes, provide a representative collection of Portuguese sculptural work - Wikipedia
🗺️R. de Agramonte, Porto, Portugal
🕰️Daily 8:30a-5p
💶Free
Some people may think that visiting cemeteries as a tourist activity is… odd, but I love them! Portuguese cemeteries offer so much history and beautiful architecture and design, and Agramonte Cemetery is one of the most beautiful.
Opened in 1855, this public cemetery opened hastily in response to a cholera outbreak, and is now part of the European Cemetery Route.
Vila Nova de Gaia
A hub of the port wine industry, Vila Nova de Gaia is peppered with cellars offering tours and tastings. It’s also known for sandy beaches like Praia da Madalena, and the scenic riverside road Cais de Gaia, with its cafe terraces and expansive views across the Douro. Small restaurants serve grilled fish and seafood in the old fishing village of Afurada, where picturesque tiled houses line narrow streets
Take a walk over the Luís I Bridge (those views!) or take a quick bus, taxi, or metro ride from Porto to Gaia and enjoy the wine cellars, great food, and numerous attractions.
Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar
🗺️Largo Aviz, 4430-329 Vila Nova de Gaia
🚫The Monastery is Temporarily closed for renovations - but, the terrace remains open and is worth visiting for the view - especially at sunset.
The Monastery of Serra do Pilar is a former monastery located in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, on the opposite side of the Douro River from Porto. The monastery is situated on an outcrop overlooking the Dom Luís I Bridge and the historic centre of Porto (wikipedia)
The views alone are worth climbing the hill to the Monastery, but I highly recommend going in to the cloisters for the full experience.
This is also an incredible viewpoint to catch a sunset over the Douro River.
Jardim do Morro
🗺️Jardim do Morro, 4430-210 Vila Nova de Gaia
If you are looking for the best sunset view in Porto, leave Porto and go to Gaia.
The view from Jardim do Morro will take your breath away, especially at sunrise or sunset when the sky truly puts on a show.
This green space transforms in to a vibrant and cool sunset party every night with hundreds of people coming to watch the famed Porto sunset.
Grab a blanket, a bottle of wine and a snack and join the party! Or just swing by this viewpoint after a wine tasting or dinner in Gaia.
Teleférico de Gaia
🗺️Rua Rocha Leão, 236 Vila Nova de Gaia 4430-210
💶Round Trip Adult 10,00€ or Child (5-12) 5,00€
One Way Adult 7,00€ or Child (5-12) 3,50€
There is a lot of debate it the Teleférico de Gaia is worth the cost, but most who take it say the views are unparalleled.
If you are looking for unmatched views of Porto and Gaia with those iconic terracotta rooftops, the short ride is worth it
Port Wine Cellars (Gaia)
There are so many options in Porto, it is not fair to claim any as the “best”, as they all have their unique history, charm, and flavor.
I made it to a couple of cellars and a few tastings, and can speak on those, but there is a huge variety to choose from on your visit.
It is not appropriate for me to review the actual port wine, since I don’t like any of it, I know, <gasp!>
Caves Cálem
🗺️Av. de Diogo Leite 344, 4400-111 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
🕰️Open daily 10a-7p
We opted for the tour and tasting at Calem, however; there are several pairing options including food pairings and a tasting with Fado music.
Tours are offered in numerous languages and the guides are engaging and informative.
Burmester
🗺️ Largo Dom Luís I, 4400-111 Vila Nova de Gaia
🕰️Open Daily 10a-7p
We lucked out and got a tour and tasting at Burmester included in our Hop on, Hop off bus tour. The cellar is beautiful, the guide was friendly and informative, and the tasting room was lovely.
Very reasonably priced “souvenirs” as well. Would definitely recommend taking a tour of this cellar on your visit.
Sandeman
🗺️R. de São Filipe de Nery 60, 4050-162 Porto
🕰️Open daily 11a-4p
With its iconic sign and history, Sandeman is one of the most famous cellars in Porto. This cellar offers a more “high end” experience as far as tour and tasting than many of the other surrounding cellars.
It also has a beautiful store and great outdoor space with drinks and bites (big thumbs up for the sangria!)
Kopke Wine House
🗺️4430 999, Av. de Diogo Leite 312, Vila Nova de Gaia
🕰️Open daily: 10a-7p
The Oldest Port Wine House
This three story tasting house offers beautiful views of the Douro river and Porto’s Ribeira on the opposite bank.
A really great tasting experience (that included red and white wine, in addition to port) with a chocolate pairing, in a lovely environment.
⭐Pro tip: eat something before coming in for a tasting, the pour at Kopke is no joke!
Visit the Douro Valley
The Douro Valley is famous for producing world-renowned Port wine, a rich fortified wine, and is also recognized for its fine, unfortified red and white table wines. Beyond its wine production, the Douro Valley is renowned for its stunning terraced vineyards, the scenic Douro River, its status as the world's oldest demarcated wine region, and its recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This majestic region is a very popular day trip from Porto and gives insight to the history, production, and taste of the many wines this region is famous for.
While visiting a wine cellar in Porto gives a glimpse of this region, there is nothing like actually immersing in it.
You can get to the Douro Valley via the Miradour Train or CP - Comboios de Portugal train, by driving yourself, or by bus, but I highly recommend taking a tour to assure not only comfort and convenience, but getting a full overview and experience of the region.
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