What to see, what to do Porto?
The 10 good reasons to go Porto
Getting lost in the streets
The best way to discover the city is to walk along the streets with good shoes.
Port tasting
Here you are in the land where the famous wine is produced, on the banks of the Douro and in the cellars
Street art... around every corner..
Graffiti, sticker, collage... Street art is booming; keep an eye out for Porto.
The sweetness of life
Let yourself be carried away by the quietness of the Portuguese, although hard-working, what a well-being!
The Douro Valley
From the majestic river to the vineyards on the hills, here, it is permanent peace.
Explore two natural parks
The north of Portugal is rich in biodiversity that will delight nature lovers.
Hospitality
The Portuguese know how to receive a good breath of fresh air!
A feast for the taste buds
Pasteis de nata coming out of the oven, grilled chorizo, fresh fish, francesinhas, mmm...
History and heritage
Porto and the north bear witness to the country's history with a rich preserved heritage
Real traditions
The festivities are still going strong, as evidenced by the Santos Populares in June
What to visit Porto?
Interview: My Port
with Sarah Dehaut
Discover Sarah Dehaut, the author of the Porto guide who has been collaborating with Le Petit Futé for almost three years. Trained in journalism, passionate about writing and travel, she knows Porto l'Invicta and the Iberian Peninsula well. Adept of travelling off the beaten track, she advises you on how to combine visits to points of interest with a unique experience of your stay in Porto and the north of Portugal.
See the video of the interviewGood to know to visit Porto
Timetable
The opening hours are quite similar to those in France (between 9am and 7pm). Be careful, many historical sites have summer and winter opening hours. Please check their website. Here, no breaks during the day to take a nap like their Spanish neighbors. If you do guided tours, take the morning session instead (especially in summer because of the heat). Closing days are usually Monday or Tuesday and December 25th, January1st and Easter.
To be booked
There is no need to book in advance for the city's museums. For theatre and some fado shows, however, this is necessary. By booking on the Internet for certain activities (visit of FC Porto, World of Discoveries...), you will be able to benefit from a pass. Private tours and cruises can be booked.
Budget & Tips
Entrance can be free or with discounts (up to 50%) for holders of the Porto Card, a pass sold at tourist offices and at the airport. It is valid from 1 to 4 days. Some museums are free on the first Sunday of the month or on Sunday mornings. This is usually specified on their website. Museums can be visited free of charge on International Museum Day (in May).
Main events
The big event in the city of Porto takes place in June. Saint John (São João) is celebrated on the evening of June 23rd for the 24th, but there are demonstrations throughout the month. The Portuguese look forward to it from May onwards.
Guided tours
There are panoramic buses in Porto that offer tours of the city (Yellow Bus - www.yellowbustours.com, City Sightseeing - www.city-sightseeing.com) but also tours on more original themes such as food tours, street art tours, heritage and wine tours. Some of them are also free (free tours).
