Porto, Portugal: Best Things to See and Do on Your Visit, Porto, Portugal
Porto is undoubtedly one of the coolest cities in Portugal, not to mention Europe, and should not be missed. The second-largest city’s combination of historical charm, wine culture, friendly locals, and vibrant atmosphere makes it a truly special destination for travelers.
We love Porto for many reasons. For one, it has the best wine in the country (just our opinion). Porto also has a more funky, artsy atmosphere than Lisboa. It is a bit more laid-back and has an older vibe, too. We can drive to Porto for just a day trip, but it warrants more for us. When we go to Porto, we like to stay for a few days and soak it in.
Porto does have an international airport, and sometimes, it is cheaper to fly into Porto than to Lisbon. I often tell people that if they have a chance, they should fly into Porto and then make their way south and fly out of Lisbon.
Portugal also has a fast train system, and you can get from Lisbon to Porto in about 3 hours. We have done this trip twice and recommend it. Buy your tickets at cp.pt in advance. We always opt for first-class reserved seats. The WIFI works, and it is very quiet.
You can also drive, of course, which is what we do now that we live here. However, driving and parking in Porto can be a pain, so we do recommend the train or bus when coming from another city in Portugal. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
We love Porto for many reasons. For one, it has the best wine in the country (just our opinion). Porto also has a more funky, artsy atmosphere than Lisboa. It is a bit more laid-back and has an older vibe, too. We can drive to Porto for just a day trip, but it warrants more for us. When we go to Porto, we like to stay for a few days and soak it in.
Porto does have an international airport, and sometimes, it is cheaper to fly into Porto than to Lisbon. I often tell people that if they have a chance, they should fly into Porto and then make their way south and fly out of Lisbon.
Portugal also has a fast train system, and you can get from Lisbon to Porto in about 3 hours. We have done this trip twice and recommend it. Buy your tickets at cp.pt in advance. We always opt for first-class reserved seats. The WIFI works, and it is very quiet.
You can also drive, of course, which is what we do now that we live here. However, driving and parking in Porto can be a pain, so we do recommend the train or bus when coming from another city in Portugal. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Porto, Portugal: Best Things to See and Do on Your Visit
Guide Location: Portugal » Porto
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Shelley Rohm
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Portugal » Porto
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Shelley Rohm
Read it on Author's Website: https://wwforus.com/porto-portugal-getting-the-most-out-of-your-trip/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Livraria Lello
- Igreja do Carmo
- Clérigos Tower
- Clérigos Church
- Porto Sign
- Mercado do Bolhão
- Rua De Santa Catarina
- Majestic Cafe
- Luis I Bridge
- Miradoura da Vitória
- Porto Cruz
- Porto Cathedral
- São Bento Railway Station
- McDonald’s
- Ribeira District
- Funicular dos Guindais
- Vila Nova de Gaia
- Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar
- Esplanada do Teleférico
- Bordalo II
- Casa de Serralves
- Igreja de São Francisco
- Douro Boat cruise
- Casa da Música
- Palácio da Bolsa
- A Regaleira
- Restaurante Teresa
- Frida’s
- DeCastro Gaia
- Pip
- éLeBê Baixa
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