Things to do · Porto, Portugal

Things to Do in Porto

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Getting there
Porto is served by Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport, which sits roughly 13 km (about a half‑hour drive) from the historic centre. Most visitors arrive on short‑haul flights from London, Madrid, Amsterdam or Dublin, while some connect via Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport and continue by the Alfa Pendular train, a comfortable two‑hour ride. A network of highways also links the city to the rest of northern Portugal, making a drive from the coast or the Douro Valley straightforward.
Who goes
The city welcomes around three million tourists a year, give or take, drawing a mix of culture‑curious solo travelers, couples seeking food and wine experiences, and families exploring the riverside charm. Summer months, especially July and August, see the highest foot traffic, whereas late autumn and winter tend to be considerably quieter, offering a more relaxed pace.
Budgeting
A careful traveler can expect to spend roughly €50–70 per day (about $55–$80), while a comfortable stay typically runs €100–150 ($110–$165), with meals and wine often taking up the biggest slice of the budget. To stretch your euros, consider buying a daily public‑transport pass and dining at local tasca eateries rather than tourist‑focused restaurants. Estimate →

  1. Casa da Música

    attraction · 4.6 rating · €10

    A striking contemporary concert hall designed by Rem Koolhaas, home to Porto's main orchestra and a landmark of modern architecture. Travelers visit for performances and guided architectural tours.

  2. Livraria Lello

    shopping mall · 3.8 rating · €10

    A historic and ornately decorated bookshop in Porto, famous for its dramatic curved staircase and neo-Gothic interior. Travelers visit to admire one of the world's most beautiful bookstores.

  3. Miradouro da Vitória

    attraction · 4.5 rating · Free

    A hilltop viewpoint offering sweeping vistas over Porto's old town rooftops, the Douro, and the far bank. Travelers come for the panoramic view, especially at sunset.

  4. Igreja do Carmo

    attraction · 4.5 rating · €5

    A Baroque and Rococo church famous for its dramatic blue-and-white azulejo tile panel covering an entire exterior wall. Travelers come to admire the tilework and ornate interior.

  5. Rua de Santa Catarina

    landmark · 4.1 rating · Free

    Pedestrian shopping street lined with stores, cafes, and a notable church.

  6. Serra do Pilar Monastery

    attraction · 4.5 rating · €4

    A hilltop 16th-century monastery in Vila Nova de Gaia with a distinctive circular church and cloister, offering some of the best views over Porto and the Dom Luís I Bridge. Travelers come for the architecture and panorama.

  7. Praça da Liberdade

    attraction · 4.3 rating · Free

    A grand central square lined with monumental architecture and connected to Avenida dos Aliados, a hub of civic Porto. Travelers gather here for its landmark buildings and lively atmosphere.

  8. Avenida dos Aliados

    attraction · 4.6 rating · Free

    Porto's grand central boulevard lined with imposing Beaux-Arts buildings and the city hall, forming the civic heart of downtown. Travelers come to stroll, admire the architecture, and reach many central sights.

  9. Praça Da Ribeira

    landmark · 4.5 rating · Free

    Riverside square with views over the Douro River.

  10. Bridge Maria Pia

    attraction · 4.7 rating · Free

    A historic 19th-century wrought-iron railway bridge over the Douro designed by the Eiffel firm, no longer in use. Travelers view it for its engineering heritage and dramatic arch spanning the river gorge.

  11. Praça Gomes Teixeira

    landmark · 4.3 rating · Free

    Square surrounded by cafes near the University of Porto.

  12. Terreiro da Se

    landmark · 4.4 rating · Free

    Scenic vantage point near the cathedral.

  13. Rotunda da boavista

    landmark · 4.1 rating · Free

    Large roundabout and garden area in the city.

  14. Convento dos Grilos

    attraction · 4.6 rating · Free

    A historic Mannerist-Baroque church and former convent near Porto Cathedral, housing religious art. Travelers visit for its architecture and sacred heritage.

  15. Luís I Bridge

    attraction · Free

    An iconic double-deck metal arch bridge spanning the Douro River, connecting Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia. Travelers cross it for panoramic river views and to walk between the two riverbanks.

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