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Portugal · City guide
What to do in Porto
18 vlogs from 17 channels mention 106 places in Porto; 6 of them appear in at least half of the vlogs. Places are ranked by how often the vlogs mention them. Press the play button on any place to watch that exact moment.
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106 places · most mentioned first
Dom Luís I Bridge
Iconic double-deck iron bridge linking Porto with Vila Nova de Gaia, crossable on foot. The upper deck, shared with the metro, has the best city views.
Ribeira
Lively riverfront promenade along the Douro for walking, dining and sightseeing, with views of the Dom Luís I Bridge. Often called crowded and touristy.
3:43· Portoalitiesin 13 vlogsSão Bento Station
Historic train station in Porto's city centre, known for its walls of colourful tiles. The hall is free to enter but gets very busy.
9:28· Tourist to Localin 12 vlogsLivraria Lello
Bookshop dating from 1906, often called the world's most beautiful, with a wooden staircase and stained-glass skylight. Expect long queues and crowds.
13:17· ROAD TRIP Spain and Portugalin 12 vlogsClérigos Church and Tower
Baroque church with a tall bell tower, one of the standout churches of Porto's historic centre.
22:07· ROAD TRIP Spain and Portugalin 9 vlogsJardim do Morro
Hilltop garden in Gaia with sweeping views of Porto and the Dom Luís I Bridge, a popular gathering spot at sunset.
7:35· Tourist to Localin 9 vlogsVila Nova de Gaia
Riverside town across from Porto lined with port wine cellars offering tastings and tours, plus restaurants with great views of Porto.
11:11· Portoalitiesin 8 vlogsDouro Valley
Home of port wine and the world's first demarcated wine region, with striking landscapes, nature and history.
10:30· Kritika Goelin 8 vlogsBolhão Market
Historic city market with fresh produce and flower stands upstairs plus eateries and a bakery.
Porto Cathedral
One of Porto's oldest and most historic monuments, known for its azulejo-tiled cloisters and views over the city.
4:23· Gringo in Portugalin 7 vlogsSix Bridges Cruise
Douro River boat tour past Porto's historic bridges and red-roofed riverbanks, reaching near the river mouth.
5:32· Kritika Goelin 6 vlogsCapela das Almas
Chapel on Rua de Santa Catarina, famous for its exterior covered in blue-and-white azulejo tiles.
5:10· Dots on a Mapin 6 vlogsPalácio da Bolsa
19th-century neoclassical Stock Exchange Palace with lavish interiors, including the opulent Arabian Hall inspired by the Alhambra. Visits are by guided tour only.
4:44· Top Travelin 6 vlogsMajestic Café
Historic grand café and one of the main sights of central Porto.
18:37· Tourist to Localin 4 vlogsJardins do Palácio de Cristal
Hilltop gardens near the riverfront with sweeping views over the Douro River.
8:38· ROAD TRIP Spain and Portugalin 4 vlogsMatosinhos
A seaside town near where the Douro meets the Atlantic, with streets lined with restaurants grilling fresh seafood.
22:17· Dots on a Mapin 4 vlogsTeleférico de Gaia
Cable car gliding 600 metres over Gaia's riverfront with sweeping views of Porto across the Douro.
8:03· CORR Travel Europe Your Wayin 4 vlogsMosteiro da Serra do Pilar
Hilltop monastery in Gaia facing Porto, included in the city's UNESCO World Heritage listing.
2:17· Gringo in Portugalin 4 vlogsChurch of Saint Francis
One of Porto's most notable historic churches, worth visiting for its history and architecture.
Carmo Church
One of the standout churches among the dozens in Porto, worth visiting for its architecture and tilework.
6:33· ROAD TRIP Spain and Portugalin 3 vlogsAvenida dos Aliados
Porto's grand central avenue and a highlight of the city's main walking route.
1:09· ROAD TRIP Spain and Portugalin 3 vlogsMiradouro da Vitória
One of Porto's best-known viewpoints, overlooking the old town and the Douro River.
5:24· Camden Davidin 3 vlogsCafé Santiago
Restaurant recommended for francesinha, Porto's signature sandwich of meats in bread under melted cheese.
12:40· Dots on a Mapin 3 vlogsPasseio das Virtudes
Promenade and terraced park offering scenic views over Porto and the river.
24:11· Dots on a Mapin 3 vlogsCasa da Música
Strikingly modern concert hall, one of the most contemporary buildings in Portugal, hosting orchestras and concerts of all kinds.
2:02· ROAD TRIP Spain and Portugalin 3 vlogsMercado Bom Sucesso
Modern indoor market and food hall with a wide choice of food and drink stalls.
10:25· Dave in Portugalin 3 vlogsRua das Flores
Historic street in the old town, known for a building painted with a sign meaning 'dress well and cheaply only here'.
12:01· Dave in Portugalin 3 vlogsRua de Santa Catarina
One of Porto's busiest streets, full of shops and restaurants and associated with famous Portuguese writers and poets.
11:12· Dave in Portugalin 3 vlogsCervejaria Brasão
Beer hall with a library theme, smelling of old books, known for its francesinha made with a slow-simmered sauce.
4:30· Dave in Portugalin 3 vlogsSerralves
Cultural complex with a contemporary art museum, gardens and the Art Deco Casa de Serralves, known for its modernist architecture.
7:53· Dave in Portugalin 3 vlogsCasa Guedes
A local sandwich spot known for its pernil, a roast pork sandwich topped with cheese.
7:05· Camden Davidin 3 vlogsCervejaria Gazela
A cash-only local favourite visited by Anthony Bourdain, famous for the cachorrinho, a Porto sausage sandwich with cheese and chili oil.
18:53· Great Big Storyin 3 vlogsManteigaria
A pastel de nata bakery where the tarts are made in view of customers and served warm from the oven.
31:35· Dots on a Mapin 3 vlogsCálem Cellars
Port wine house on the Gaia waterfront offering cellar visits and port tastings.
3:26· ROAD TRIP Spain and Portugalin 3 vlogsCaves Ferreira
Historic port wine cellars on the Gaia riverfront offering tours and tastings.
15:15· Tourist to Localin 3 vlogsFoz do Douro
A former fishing village by the ocean with parks, Porto's best beaches and fantastic Atlantic views.
9:52· Portoalitiesin 3 vlogsTram Line 1
A historic tram route running along the Douro riverside from Ribeira.
15:01· Gringo in Portugalin 3 vlogsPeneda-Gerês National Park
Portugal's only national park, covering about 695 km² of mountain villages, viewpoints and waterfalls near the Spanish border.
6:46· World Wild Heartsin 2 vlogsPeso da Régua
Douro Valley town used as a base for wine tasting, hiking and learning about the region.
11:18· Kritika Goelin 2 vlogsMatosinhos Beach
Wide Atlantic beach on Porto's western edge, popular in summer and home to the She Changes sculpture.
11:43· Top Travelin 2 vlogsCastelo do Queijo
Small seaside fort near the beach on Porto's coastline, nicknamed the 'Castle of Cheese'.
11:29· ROAD TRIP Spain and Portugalin 2 vlogsShe Changes (Anémona)
Huge suspended net sculpture: a 20-ton steel ring 45 m in diameter holding a net of UV-resistant, Teflon-like material.
8:52· Dave in Portugalin 2 vlogsWOW – World of Wine
Cultural quarter with well-designed exhibitions on wines from Portugal and around the world, plus wine workshops.
25:09· ROAD TRIP Spain and Portugalin 2 vlogsCedofeita
Central neighbourhood close to many of Porto's main sights and nightlife, packed with good restaurants and craft beer bars.
0:33· Portoalitiesin 2 vlogsArrábida Bridge
Large arch bridge spanning the Douro River at the western edge of Porto.
12:54· Gringo in Portugalin 2 vlogsAveiro
Canal city dubbed the 'Venice of Portugal', known for colourful moliceiro boats and Art Nouveau architecture.
9:54· Top Travelin 2 vlogsGuimarães
The 'birthplace of Portugal', with a UNESCO-listed old town, a medieval castle and the 15th-century Palace of the Dukes of Braganza.
10:43· Top Travelin 2 vlogsBaixa
Porto's main downtown area, walkable to many attractions and well connected by metro, bus and train.
5:33· Portoalitiesin 2 vlogsBonfim
Residential neighbourhood just outside the centre, a cheaper area to stay.
1:56· Portoalitiesin 2 vlogsFunicular dos Guindais
Funicular climbing the steep hill from the Ribeira riverfront up to Batalha, saving a tough uphill walk.
6:23· Tourist to Localin 2 vlogsInfante D. Henrique Bridge
A modern concrete road bridge over the Douro, one of the six bridges seen on Porto's river cruises.
12:17· Gringo in Portugalin 2 vlogsMaria Pia Bridge
A 19th-century wrought-iron railway bridge over the Douro designed by Gustave Eiffel.
6:24· Kritika Goelin 2 vlogsPasseio Alegre
Riverside promenade at the mouth of the Douro, a starting point for walks to the fort and lighthouse.
15:43· Gringo in Portugalin 2 vlogs
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52 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.
Croft Port Cellars
Port wine lodge on the Gaia riverside offering tastings of ruby and tawny ports with cheese platters.
Bufete Fase
Famous restaurant that serves only the francesinha, Porto's huge meat-and-cheese sandwich in a tomato-beer sauce.
Praça da Liberdade
Charming square considered the heart of Porto, surrounded by impressive traditional architecture.
6:49· Dave in Portugal1 vlogRotunda da Boavista
Roundabout with a monument column topped by a lion trampling the French imperial eagle, commemorating the Peninsular War.
9:46· Dave in Portugal1 vlogMishu
Welcoming fusion restaurant blending Portuguese, African, Asian and South American cuisines.
13:19· Dave in Portugal1 vlogFábrica da Nata
Bakery-café on Rua de Santa Catarina specialising in pastéis de nata.
14:08· Dave in Portugal1 vlogTaylor's Port
Historic port house offering cellar tours through dark, humid barrel-ageing rooms, followed by a tasting.
15:11· Dave in Portugal1 vlogMy Coffee Porto
A tiny hole-in-the-wall coffee shop with only a couple of seats inside and one table outside, with spectacular views.
5:57· Camden David1 vlogConga
A busy bifana spot serving mostly locals, known for its pork sandwiches and fast table turnover.
6:53· Camden David1 vlogCasa Expresso
Old-school downtown tasca with a standing area, beer and a feast of traditional northern Portuguese meat and cod dishes.
3:24· Great Big Story1 vlogPedro Lemos
Michelin-starred restaurant open since 2009, serving a chef-chosen tasting menu of local market produce, seafood and northern Portuguese flavours.
9:48· Great Big Story1 vlogAdega São Nicolau
Long-established Ribeira restaurant considered one of the flagships of traditional Porto food.
13:49· Great Big Story1 vlogPata Gorda
Small-plates sharing restaurant offering modern takes on traditional Portuguese dishes that keep their soul.
16:27· Great Big Story1 vlogCasa do Fado
An intimate fado venue beneath the walls of a 16th-century church, with live performances of Portugal's most traditional music.
7:13· Dots on a Map1 vlogQuinta da Roêda (Croft)
One of the oldest port wineries in the Douro, with vineyard walks, barrel cellars and port tastings.
9:47· Ian and Ana1 vlogUniversity of Porto
Historic university whose students wear traditional black capes, often linked to Harry Potter's robes.
14:37· Ian and Ana1 vlogVitória
Central historic neighbourhood centred around the university, convenient for dining and attractions.
Sé
Porto's oldest neighbourhood, part of the historic city centre.
The Wine Box
Wine bar on the northern edge of Ribeira offering bites and a large selection of wines.
Porto Cruz
Port wine house on the Gaia waterfront offering tastings.
Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte
UNESCO-listed hilltop sanctuary in Braga, an easy day trip from Porto.
University of Coimbra
Portugal's oldest university, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a day trip from Porto.
Hakko
A small neighbourhood brunch cafe serving French toast and baked egg dishes with thick slices of sourdough.
4:54· Jess Ellis1 vlogIgreja dos Carmelitas
Carmelite church that forms a single monumental ensemble with the neighbouring Igreja do Carmo.
Casa Escondida
Tiny 'hidden house' squeezed between the Carmo and Carmelitas churches.
Church of Santo Ildefonso
18th-century reconstructed church whose facade is covered in tiles by the same artist as São Bento station.
Church of Santa Clara
Central church with a stunning interior, open for a modest admission fee.
São João da Foz Fortress
Fortress at the mouth of the Douro in Foz.
Farolim de Felgueiras
Small lighthouse at the end of a breakwater, with spectacular views of the Douro mouth and the Atlantic.
Miradouro da Rua das Aldas
Viewpoint next to the cathedral overlooking central Porto.
Elevador da Lada
Free, little-known lift tucked into Ribeira that gives a close-up view over the neighbourhood.
Half Rabbit
Highly Instagrammable large rabbit art installation on the Gaia riverside.
Mercado Beira-Rio
Small gourmet market in Gaia offering port wine tastings with wonderful views.
Jardim de São Lázaro
The first public garden in Porto, located in the Bonfim neighbourhood.
2:11· Portoalities1 vlogMarquês
A flat, safe residential area around a square with a garden and metro station, busy by day and quiet at night.
6:51· Portoalities1 vlogParque da Quinta do Covelo
A family-friendly park near Marquês with a big playground for children.
7:12· Portoalities1 vlogBoavista
Porto's upscale business district, flat and well connected, with offices, malls and landmarks such as Casa da Música.
8:34· Portoalities1 vlogParque da Cidade
Porto's huge city park near the ocean, described as the largest park in Portugal.
10:58· Portoalities1 vlogNata Sweet Nata
Pastry shop devoted to pastéis de nata, the classic Portuguese custard tart.
1:29· Vic and Jeff1 vlogHong Kong Palácio
Chinese restaurant offering a taste of home-style Cantonese cooking in Porto.
22:02· Vic and Jeff1 vlogPorto City Hall
Grand granite city hall with a tall clock tower at the top of Avenida dos Aliados.
29:26· Vic and Jeff1 vlogForça Portugal
Souvenir shop on Rua de Santa Catarina, known for its life-sized Cristiano Ronaldo figure that looks strikingly real.
15:34· Jay and Karolina1 vlogAmarante
Charming town on the way to the Douro Valley, with lovely views from its bridge and traditional Portuguese sweets.
25:50· Jay and Karolina1 vlogQuinta de São Luiz (Kopke)
Douro wine estate of Kopke with vineyard views, steel tanks and a barrel-aging room, plus tastings.
26:24· Jay and Karolina1 vlogSão João Bridge
Railway bridge over the Douro with a clean, minimalist design.
Jardim da Cordoaria
A central city garden in Vitória, offering a relatively peaceful spot to sit down.
Tram Museum (Museu do Carro Eléctrico)
Riverside museum of Porto's trams in Massarelos, at the start of tram line 18.