Sights
Lello Bookstore was considered the third most beautiful library in the world by Lonely Planet. It's said that J.K. Rowling’s inspiration to write Harry Potter has begun in here.
1351 locals recommend
Livraria Lello
144 R. das CarmelitasLello Bookstore was considered the third most beautiful library in the world by Lonely Planet. It's said that J.K. Rowling’s inspiration to write Harry Potter has begun in here.
Admire the 20,000 "azulejos", beautiful Portuguese blue tiles which depict historical life scenes. This train station will connect you to the Douro Valley or to any other picturesque villages in the region.
1008 locals recommend
São Bento Station
Praça de Almeida GarrettAdmire the 20,000 "azulejos", beautiful Portuguese blue tiles which depict historical life scenes. This train station will connect you to the Douro Valley or to any other picturesque villages in the region.
The most important artery of Porto. "Aliados" is surrounded by historic buildings, it's a great place for a walk and to feel the city.
368 locals recommend
Avenida dos Aliados
Avenida dos AliadosThe most important artery of Porto. "Aliados" is surrounded by historic buildings, it's a great place for a walk and to feel the city.
S. Francisco church stands out for its completely gold-plated naves. It was used more than 300 kg of gold leaf/dust to cover the whole church.
433 locals recommend
Monument Church Of St Francis
Rua do Infante Dom HenriqueS. Francisco church stands out for its completely gold-plated naves. It was used more than 300 kg of gold leaf/dust to cover the whole church.
This museum takes the most important exhibitions in town. Even tho you are't a huge art lover you will love the architecture and the gardens.
326 locals recommend
Serralves Park
210 R. Dom João de CastroThis museum takes the most important exhibitions in town. Even tho you are't a huge art lover you will love the architecture and the gardens.
These are the most beautiful gardens in Porto, here you have incredible views of the Douro river, city and sea.
1180 locals recommend
Crystal Palace Gardens
Rua de Dom Manuel IIThese are the most beautiful gardens in Porto, here you have incredible views of the Douro river, city and sea.
Carmo church stands out by its facade full of blue tiles. Also if you take a closer look there's actually another church just next to it (Carmelitas) they're separated by the narrowest house in Porto.
135 locals recommend
Carmo Church
Rua do CarmoCarmo church stands out by its facade full of blue tiles. Also if you take a closer look there's actually another church just next to it (Carmelitas) they're separated by the narrowest house in Porto.
Here was where the city was born. As you walk through Largo da Sé (the square just in front of the cathedral), you’ll find some of the best views of the city and Douro.
565 locals recommend
Porto Cathedral
Terreiro da SéHere was where the city was born. As you walk through Largo da Sé (the square just in front of the cathedral), you’ll find some of the best views of the city and Douro.
The Tower, Museum and Church Clérigos are a must-see in the city. After climbing 225 steps to reach the top of the tower, you will be astonished by the view of the city (a 360° perspective).
1226 locals recommend
Clérigos Tower
Rua de São Filipe de NeryThe Tower, Museum and Church Clérigos are a must-see in the city. After climbing 225 steps to reach the top of the tower, you will be astonished by the view of the city (a 360° perspective).
City icon, we always recommend crossing it by foot (you can do it by the upper level or down), so you can enjoy the view. In the summer time you will see local children jumping from the lower part of the bridge to the river.
585 locals recommend
Luís I Bridge
Ponte Luís ICity icon, we always recommend crossing it by foot (you can do it by the upper level or down), so you can enjoy the view. In the summer time you will see local children jumping from the lower part of the bridge to the river.
Culture
Hard Club offers all sort of events, concerts, cinema, fine arts, street art, literature and others. There's also a restaurant, bar and terrace with great views of the city.
132 locals recommend
Hard Club
Hard Club offers all sort of events, concerts, cinema, fine arts, street art, literature and others. There's also a restaurant, bar and terrace with great views of the city.
A meeting point of cultural activities, equipped with an art gallery, lounge bar, an inviting interior yard, terrace and a concert hall.
395 locals recommend
Maus Hábitos
178 R. de Passos ManuelA meeting point of cultural activities, equipped with an art gallery, lounge bar, an inviting interior yard, terrace and a concert hall.
In case you have time and budget, a concert in "Casa da Musica" is a must do. On their website you can find an option of "concert+diner" - a great combo.
605 locals recommend
Casa da Musica
604-610 Av. da BoavistaIn case you have time and budget, a concert in "Casa da Musica" is a must do. On their website you can find an option of "concert+diner" - a great combo.
This street is fully filled with galleries and street art. Visit Centro Comercial Bombarda, an unconventional space for shopping with art galleries, vintage clothes stores, designer shops, restaurants, and an outdoor patio.
24 locals recommend
Miguel Bombarda station
This street is fully filled with galleries and street art. Visit Centro Comercial Bombarda, an unconventional space for shopping with art galleries, vintage clothes stores, designer shops, restaurants, and an outdoor patio.
Bairros
Part of UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most visited places in the city. Here you can find several restaurants, bars, and shops. You can also take a "Rabelo" for a boat tour.
453 locals recommend
Ribeira
Part of UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most visited places in the city. Here you can find several restaurants, bars, and shops. You can also take a "Rabelo" for a boat tour.
Miragaia was built outside the city walls, charming neighborhood, this was where the Jews and Armenians from Porto used to live. The colorful houses here were constructed below the river level.
65 locals recommend
Miragaia
Miragaia was built outside the city walls, charming neighborhood, this was where the Jews and Armenians from Porto used to live. The colorful houses here were constructed below the river level.
The best place to take long contemplative walks, Foz is the "richest" part of the city. Here you will see many differences in the architecture, people, and its ways. You can reach Foz by bus (500) or tram (1).
437 locals recommend
Foz do Douro
The best place to take long contemplative walks, Foz is the "richest" part of the city. Here you will see many differences in the architecture, people, and its ways. You can reach Foz by bus (500) or tram (1).
Bairro da Sé is one of the most characteristic neighborhoods of Porto soul. Is a place to discover, so follow the narrow, charming streets and you won't be disappointed.
15 locals recommend
Sé
Bairro da Sé is one of the most characteristic neighborhoods of Porto soul. Is a place to discover, so follow the narrow, charming streets and you won't be disappointed.
Vila Nova de Gaia is the city just across the river from Porto. It's the house of the most important wine cellars brands.
We recommend a visit to at least one of them for a tour and wine tasting.
46 locals recommend
Vila Nova de Gaia
Vila Nova de Gaia is the city just across the river from Porto. It's the house of the most important wine cellars brands.
We recommend a visit to at least one of them for a tour and wine tasting.
Rua das Flores
Rua das FloresCharming street, full of restaurants, cafes, and stores.
Shop
Open since 1917 this traditional grocery store, has a large variety of quality products, from cheese, prosciutto, chorizo, dried fruits, good wine and dried cod fish.
45 locals recommend
A Perola do Bolhao
279 R. FormosaOpen since 1917 this traditional grocery store, has a large variety of quality products, from cheese, prosciutto, chorizo, dried fruits, good wine and dried cod fish.
Completely renovated, here you can find some high brands of clothes, a Costa Caffe and at the top BASE bar.
33 locals recommend
Praca de Lisboa
Completely renovated, here you can find some high brands of clothes, a Costa Caffe and at the top BASE bar.
You can't visit Porto without visiting Bolhão. This market is where farmers and people from here come to sell their fruit and vegetables. Unfortunately, it's closed for renovations. But you can visit the temporary one at La Vie.
770 locals recommend
Bolhão Market
322 R. FormosaYou can't visit Porto without visiting Bolhão. This market is where farmers and people from here come to sell their fruit and vegetables. Unfortunately, it's closed for renovations. But you can visit the temporary one at La Vie.
Minipreço
504 R. do Marquês de Sá da BandeiraThe closest supermarket to the apartment.
Eat
Great vegetarian restaurant. Every day they serve a buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
163 locals recommend
daTerra Baixa
249 R. de Mouzinho da SilveiraGreat vegetarian restaurant. Every day they serve a buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Zenith - Brunch & Cocktails Bar
86 Praça de Carlos AlbertoOur choice for a late breakfast or brunch.
Kind Kitchen
80 R. do BonjardimAlso a good vegetarian restaurant.
NOLA KITCHEN
25 Praça D. Filipa de LencastreIf you're looking for healthy options, this is the place to go.
I can say with almost sure, that this is the place to taste the famous "Francesinha".
233 locals recommend
Cervejaria Brasão Aliados
28 R. de Ramalho OrtigãoI can say with almost sure, that this is the place to taste the famous "Francesinha".
Adega Vila Meã
62 Rua dos CaldeireirosTraditional restaurant with the most typical dishes from Porto.
The place to taste codfish. There's also a variety of traditional food.
21 locals recommend
Taberna d'Avó
48 R. de São Bento da VitóriaThe place to taste codfish. There's also a variety of traditional food.
If you're a cat person, this is the best place to go for a coffee/breakfast!
22 locals recommend
O Porto dos gatos
93 Av. de Rodrigues de FreitasIf you're a cat person, this is the best place to go for a coffee/breakfast!
Casa Guedes
130 Praça dos PoveirosFamous for its roasted pork sandwiches. You can't miss it.
Looking for a snack? "Cachorrinhos da Gazela" (hot dogs) are mandatory.
119 locals recommend
Gazela Cachorrinhos da Batalha
4 Rua de EntreparedesLooking for a snack? "Cachorrinhos da Gazela" (hot dogs) are mandatory.
Drink
Very simple place, but the best, to taste a Super Bock with great views.
65 locals recommend
Guindalense Football Club
43 Escada dos GuindaisVery simple place, but the best, to taste a Super Bock with great views.
As they say in their menu, "we sell almost everything". Sometimes there's live music outside.
288 locals recommend
Taberna Aduela
36 R. Das OliveirasAs they say in their menu, "we sell almost everything". Sometimes there's live music outside.
Galeria De Paris
56 R. da Galeria de ParisHere is where night live happens. Each door is a bar or a club!
Candelabro
3 Rua da ConceiçãoThe best place to sip a drink in the end of the afternoon.