Porto, Portugal

Porto, Portugal

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About Porto

About Porto

Why Go on a Tour of Porto

One of the oldest European cities, the former capital of Portugal and the current capital of port wine, enchanting Porto is the city with centuries-old history, modern art, saturated nightlife, and simple yet delicious Portuguese food.

Porto is a vibrant industrial center, the historical part of which has been constantly inhabited from at least the 4th century and received the status of UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. Red sun-drenched roofs, colorful azulejos, and atmospheric streets of Porto bribe by their charms from the very first minutes.

Coming to Porto, the most important thing is not to rush, but relax and enjoy the contrasts of this amazing tourist mecca on the banks of the Douro River.

It is for sure that the list of Porto must-sees should start from the quarter with lovely colorful houses Ribeira, stretching along the river and being an ideal place for a peaceful stroll with friends and family.

Proceeding the exploration in the Old Town, you face some outstanding churches like Igreja dos Carmelitos and Igreja do Carmo that stun travelers’ imagination both from inside and the outside.

As no Portugal travel itinerary can be complete without the acquaintance with this legendary city on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean, be sure - Porto provides an amazing variety of attractions for all tastes. São Bento Railway Station that impresses even more than any museums, the famed Torre dos Clérigos that provides amazing city views and the picturesque landscaped gardens of Palácio de Cristal are only the top of the things able to make you fall in love with stunning Porto.

Top 3 Things to Do in Porto

  • Stroll the colorful medieval streets of the Ribeira district
  • Taste Portuguese cuisine with a glass of local Port wine
  • Enjoy exceptional city views from the Dom Luis I Bridge
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