One of the world's most beautiful bookshops — a Neo-Gothic masterpiece with a stunning forked staircase that has inspired generations of readers.

20,000 hand-painted azulejo tiles depicting scenes from Portuguese history — one of the most beautiful railway stations in the world. Free to enter.

The iconic Baroque tower of Porto — 76 metres high, 240 steps, with panoramic views over the city and the Douro.

One of the most prestigious Port wine lodges — founded in 1820, with extraordinary river views and a Michelin-starred restaurant on site.

Three of the most visited Port wine lodges in Gaia, all within a 5-minute walk of each other. Cálem is the most interactive, Portocruz has the best views, Ferreira the most traditional.

Beautiful lodge with a panoramic terrace and excellent self-guided tours. Taylor's Chip Dry is the benchmark dry white Port.

Chef Rui Paula's flagship restaurant — modern Portuguese cuisine with an exceptional wine list. One of Porto's premier dining experiences.

Beloved traditional taberna serving authentic Porto cuisine — superb bacalhau, seasonal petiscos and house wine in a warm, convivial atmosphere.

Porto's most famous café — an Art Nouveau jewel opened in 1921 with gilded mirrors, leather seats and outstanding pastéis de nata.

The rooftop bar of the World of Wine cultural complex — stunning 180° views over the Douro, Porto skyline and the Atlantic.

Chef José Avillez's Porto outpost — creative, relaxed and excellent value. Great for a casual dinner or lunch away from the crowds.

Porto's newest food hall — opened in 2024 inside the renovated São Bento market, with kiosks from the city's best restaurants and chefs, next to the famous tiled railway station.

Porto's iconic 19th-century market — renovated and reopened in 2022, with two floors of fresh produce, seafood, cheese, charcuterie and traditional petisqueiras (sit-down counters).

A Foz seafront institution — fresh seafood and grilled fish with a view over the Atlantic. The perfect Sunday seaside lunch if the weather is kind.

A stylish Foz restaurant blending Portuguese and Mediterranean flavours — excellent seafood, great cocktails, and a relaxed seaside vibe.

A healthy, design-forward café-restaurant in Foz — brunch, bowls, salads and natural wines in a bright, plant-filled space.

The UNESCO-listed Ribeira riverfront — colourful houses, boats moored on the Douro and the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge framing the view.

Where the Douro meets the Atlantic — a breezy esplanade with excellent seafood restaurants and the 17th-century Fort of São João Baptista.

The direct metro line from Porto Airport to the city centre (Trindade/Bolhão stations). Fast, cheap and efficient.

Cable car connecting the upper wine lodges of Gaia to the Douro waterfront — spectacular views, 5-minute ride.