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Top Attractions in Porto
Portugal’s second city not only delivers historical sights and culinary delights, but it’s also within easy reach of a UNESCO-listed wine region. Porto tours help you navigate the cathedral, convents, and colorful riverfront Old Town, plus take you further afield to explore vineyards and cruise down one of the country’s prettiest rivers. So whether you’re sampling port in atmospheric cellars, cycling along the promenade on an electric bike, or evening climbing to the top of an iron bridge, these Porto excursions are sure to enhance your trip.
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Porto is filled with high-quality tours worth checking out. According to traveler ratings and reviews, these are the best Porto tours to book right now:
- The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center
- Complete Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch, Wine Tastings and River Cruise
- Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise
- Authentic Douro Wine Tour Including Lunch and River Cruise
- Douro Valley Small-Group Tour with Wine Tasting, Lunch and Boat
Yes, guided tours in Porto are absolutely worth it. Accompanied by the knowledge of a local expert on a guided tour, you can more fully experience the gems of Porto, including Livraria Lello, Praça da Ribeira, Jardim de Cordoaria, Miradouro da Vitória, Torre dos Clérigos, Ponte de Dom Luis I, and Mercado do Bolhão. If you choose a Douro Valley tour leaving from Porto, you’ll experience several wine tastings, lunch, and a river cruise, making it a great value.
Per one customer who booked the Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise, and Cable Car tour, “My husband and I really enjoyed our tour of Porto! Our guide, Flavia Scanu, was very knowledgeable on everything Porto. She enjoyed talking about the history and the sites. Her passion for Porto was contagious. We did a lot on this tour; it was very comprehensive. Such a great experience for first-timers in Porto, like us. We are already thinking of coming back. We highly recommend this tour, especially with Flavia Scanu!”
Porto tours can be very affordable, with expert-led walking tours starting at around US$3 and going up to about US$27 for a small group or private tour. There are boat and bus tours for around US$15 and e-bike tours for US$48. Pub crawls, craft beer, port, and food-tasting tours range from around US$20 to US$80. Surfing lessons start at about US$30. Day trips to the Douro Valley range from around US$100 to US$150.
For cheaper options, tours are available, such as The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center, which costs around US$3 per person. This guided walking tour strolls past Livraria Lello and Sao Bento Railway Station, although it doesn’t include attraction admission or transportation. For a more luxurious experience, you can book this Porto Private City Tour for around US$715, with private door-to-door transfers for your personal group, as well as included port and chocolate tastings.
On a Porto tour you might see historic landmarks like the main square of Praça da Ribeira, the urban park of Jardim de Cordoaria, the Sao Bento Railway Station and its beautiful tiles, the famous tower of Torre dos Clérigos, the historic bridge Ponte de Dom Luis I, the Mercado do Bolhao marketplace, and what some say is the most beautiful bookstore in the world, the Livraria Lello.
Consider a day tour to see many different attractions and landmarks on your sightseeing list. For example, the Porto: Private Guided Walking Tour showcases Clérigos Tower, Sao Bento Railway Station, and Porto Cathedral. It also includes fast-track entry to the Livraria Lello bookstore and passes by the Portuguese Centre of Photography.
You’ll want at least two days in Porto to see all the main sights without being rushed. With three days, you can explore at a more leisurely pace and take time to do things like porto and cheese tastings, or a day trip to the Douro Valley if you’re not already going there separately.
May, June, July, August, and September are the best months to visit Porto, as that is when the weather is sunny and warm, with some gentle breezes. There are also a lot of festivals during these months. In the fall and winter months, temperatures are lower (although not freezing) and it can be rainy, especially November to February, but you can find good deals on flights and hotels then.
According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Porto:
- Porto Cathedral (Sé Catedral do Porto)
- Dom Luis Bridge (Ponte de Dom Luis I)
- Clérigos Church and Tower (Torre and Igreja dos Clérigos)
- Rua Santa Catarina
- Palace of the Stock Exchange (Palácio da Bolsa)
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There are tons of great trips to take from Porto. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:
- Complete Douro Valley Wine Tour With Lunch, Wine Tastings, and River Cruise
- Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch, and Cruise
- Authentic Douro Wine Tour Including Lunch and River Cruise
- Douro Valley Small-Group Tour With Wine Tasting, Lunch, and Boat
- Douro Valley Tour: Two Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch
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You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Porto. Here are some of the best Porto activities under US$25:
There are tons of Porto activities to enjoy in the fresh air. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:
- Complete Douro Valley Wine Tour With Lunch, Wine Tastings, and River Cruise
- Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch, and Cruise
- Authentic Douro Wine Tour Including Lunch and River Cruise
- Douro Valley Small-Group Tour With Wine Tasting, Lunch, and Boat
- 3-Hour Porto Highlights on an Electric Bike Guided Tour
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According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Porto:
- Serralves Museum (Fundação de Serralves)
- SEA LIFE® Porto
- Museum of Our Lady of Mercy of Porto (Museu da Misericórdia do Porto)
- Portuguese Centre of Photography
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Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Porto. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:
- Porto: Private Tour in the Douro (One to Four People) on a Boat Just for You
- Porto Douro River Sightseeing Sailing Cruise at Sunset or Daytime
- Douro Valley Private Tour (All-Inclusive) Port Tasting and Lunch
- Private Vintage City Tour in a Ford T Electric
- Porto: Luxury Yacht Tour on the Douro River - Sunset or Daytime
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