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What to see in Porto in 4 days

4 days 16 experiences 8 where to eat from 7€

4-day itinerary for Porto (Portugal) tailored to your budget: what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets with booking links. Build your personalized plan for free.

Practical info · Porto

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Best time to visitSpring & autumn
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Ideal length2-3 days
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BudgetBudget · €
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Getting aroundTram & walking
Known forHistory, food and coast

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Day 1Ribeira

Dom Luís I Bridge
Dom Luís I Bridge
Iconic iron bridge over the Douro River
Free
Church of São Francisco
Church of São Francisco
Gothic church with a gilded Baroque interior
from 9€
Walk through the Ribeira
Riverside quarter with colorful houses and atmosphere
Free
🍽️ Adega São Nicolau
Traditional Portuguese cuisine by the river
~25€
🍽️ D. Tonho
Local cuisine.
~16€

Day 2Baixa

Lello Bookshop
Lello Bookshop
Historic neo-Gothic bookshop with its famous red staircase.
from 8€
Bolhão Market
Bolhão Market
A restored traditional market with fresh produce stalls and taverns.
Free
Free Walking Tour of Porto
Walking tour through the historic center of Porto
Free
Livraria Lello
Livraria Lello
Neo-Gothic bookshop that inspired Harry Potter
from 8€
Clérigos Tower
Clérigos Tower
Baroque tower with panoramic views of Porto
from 8€
São Bento Station
São Bento Station
Station with historic azulejo tiles in its hall
Free
🍽️ Acepipe
Café for a quick stop.
~10€
🍽️ Flor dos Congregados
Local cuisine.
~24€

Day 3Vila Nova de Gaia

Six Bridges Cruise on the Douro
A rabelo boat ride passing under the six bridges of the Douro River.
from 15€
WOW Museum (World of Wine)
A cultural district in Gaia with museums of wine, cork and chocolate.
from 25€
Sandeman Port Wine Cellars
Port wine tasting in a historic cellar
from 20€
Gaia Cable Car
Cable car with views of the river and wine cellars
from 7€
Jardim do Morro
Jardim do Morro
Garden with the best view of the Ribeira
Free
🍽️ Café Veneza - Restaurante Snack-Bar
Local cuisine.
~22€
🍽️ Dom Tonho - Gaia
Local cuisine.
~21€

Day 4Foz do Douro and Boavista

Serralves Foundation and Museum of Contemporary Art
Serralves Foundation and Museum of Contemporary Art
Contemporary art museum with an Art Deco villa and extensive gardens.
from 20€
Foz do Douro Seafront Promenade
An oceanside walk at the mouth of the Douro, ideal at sunset.
Free
🍽️ Convívio
regional cuisine.
~21€
🍽️ Café snack bar Nosso Lar
Café for a quick stop.
~12€

💡 Indicative prices. The current price is shown when you book on Civitatis.

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Frequently asked questions about Porto

How many days do I need to see Porto?

With 4 days you can see the must-sees of Porto. Our tool organizes each day by area so you don't waste time getting around.

When is the best time to visit Porto?

The best time to visit Porto is spring and autumn. That said, Trip Planner builds your itinerary for any season and adapts it to your pace.

How do you get around Porto?

It's best explored by combining the tram with strolls through the historic centre on foot. Plus, our plan groups each day by area so you barely waste time getting around.

How much does it cost to visit Porto?

It depends on your budget. With Trip Planner you set how much you want to spend per day and the plan adapts, combining free and paid activities.

Where can I buy skip-the-line tickets?

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