What to do in Porto District

Activities, attractions and tours

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A river with boats, a bridge, and a cityscape with historic buildings.
A coastal cityscape with a river, colorful buildings, and a prominent church.
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Things to do

Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car

Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car

£60
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car
hills covered by agricultural farming in Porto

Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch

£90
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch
From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch

From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch

£47
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch
Porto: 6 Bridges City Cruise with Tasting & Sunset Option

Porto: 7 Bridges Cruise & Port Wine with Sunset Option

£38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Porto: 7 Bridges Cruise & Port Wine with Sunset Option
Lello Bookstore Regular Entry Ticket

Self-guided tour with included entrance at Lello Bookstore

£27
per adult
Self-guided tour with included entrance at Lello Bookstore
Porto: Douro River Party Boat with Sunset Option and 6 Bridges

Porto: Douro River Party Boat with Sunset Option and 6 Bridges

£15
per adult
Porto: Douro River Party Boat with Sunset Option and 6 Bridges
Porto: Douro River Party Boat with Sunset Option & 6 Bridges

Porto: Douro River Party Boat with Sunset Option & 6 Bridges

£15
per adult
Porto: Douro River Party Boat with Sunset Option & 6 Bridges
The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

£3
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center
Porto: 48h Day Pass at WOW – The entertainment district

Porto: WOW Day Pass - Wine, Chocolate & Rosé Experience

£30
per adult
Porto: WOW Day Pass - Wine, Chocolate & Rosé Experience
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Douro Valley Small-Group Wine Tour: 2 Wineries, Cruise & Lunch

Douro Valley Small-Group Wine Tour: 2 Wineries, Cruise & Lunch

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 1185 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £81 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)

Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 1199 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £47 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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From Porto: Waterfall, Lagoon, Old Village in Gerês National Park

From Porto: Waterfall, Lagoon, Old Village in Gerês National Park

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 425 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £90 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Porto: Pastel de Nata Cooking Class with Porto Wine (Sé do Porto)

Porto: Pastel de Nata Cooking Class with Porto Wine (Sé do Porto)

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 318 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £30 per adult
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Water activities

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Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise

Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise

8.2 out of 10 with 1043 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £15 per adult
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What to do in Porto District

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Porto Historic Center

9.6/10 (5,322 reviews)
You can learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you make a stop at a top site such as Porto Historic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Where to stay in Porto District

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A cityscape with red-roofed buildings, a large white building, and a green park area.

Centro / Baixa

Centro / Baixa is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Porto Historic Center and Porto City Hall. See more of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória by jumping on the metro at Trindade Station or Aliados Station.

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Ribeira

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Ribeira. A stop by Porto Historic Center or Ribeira Square might round out your trip.

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Sé

If you're spending time in Sé, check out sights like Porto Historic Center or Praça da Batalha and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.

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Santo Ildefonso

Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Santo Ildefonso. You can visit top attractions like Porto Historic Center and Bolhao Market, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.

A large steel bridge spanning a river, with buildings and a hill in the background.

Vitória

While you're in Vitória, take in top sights like Porto Historic Center or Livraria Lello, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Guilherme Gomes Fernandes Stop or Carmo Stop.

 

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Day trip destinations from Porto District

A river with a bridge, a tree, and buildings in the background.

Porto

A red lighthouse on a grassy hill with a building in the background.

Esposende

A house built on a large rock formation with a tiled roof.

Fafe

A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a stone wall, and a cross.

Penafiel

A castle surrounded by modern buildings and lush greenery.

Guimarães

A rocky shoreline with waves crashing onto the beach.

Matosinhos

A bridge spanning a river with a town on one side and a rocky hillside on the other.

Vila Nova de Gaia

A historic stone church with a bell tower and a cross on top, surrounded by ruins and a dry field.

Barcelos

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