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Things to do in Ribeira, Porto

12 places in Ribeira from 17 Porto travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

12 places

  1. Dom Luís I Bridge

    Landmark · Ribeira

    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.

  2. Ribeira

    Neighborhood · 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. Six Bridges Cruise

    Activity · Ribeira

    Douro River boat tour past Porto's historic bridges and red-roofed riverbanks, reaching near the river mouth.

  4. Palácio da Bolsa

    Palace · Ribeira

    19th-century neoclassical Stock Exchange Palace with lavish interiors, including the opulent Arabian Hall inspired by the Alhambra. Visits are by guided tour only.

  5. Church of Saint Francis

    Historic site · Ribeira

    One of Porto's most notable historic churches, worth visiting for its history and architecture.

  6. Tram Line 1

    Activity · Ribeira

    A historic tram route running along the Douro riverside from Ribeira.

  7. Funicular dos Guindais

    Activity · Ribeira

    Funicular climbing the steep hill from the Ribeira riverfront up to Batalha, saving a tough uphill walk.

  8. Infante D. Henrique Bridge

    Landmark · Ribeira

    A modern concrete road bridge over the Douro, one of the six bridges seen on Porto's river cruises.

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4 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.

  1. Adega São Nicolau

    Restaurant · Ribeira

    Long-established Ribeira restaurant considered one of the flagships of traditional Porto food.

  2. Casa do Fado

    Activity · Ribeira

    An intimate fado venue beneath the walls of a 16th-century church, with live performances of Portugal's most traditional music.

  3. The Wine Box

    Bar · Ribeira

    Wine bar on the northern edge of Ribeira offering bites and a large selection of wines.

  4. Elevador da Lada

    Activity · Ribeira

    Free, little-known lift tucked into Ribeira that gives a close-up view over the neighbourhood.