Porto in 6 pieces
Port wine, river fog and azulejo-blue churches.
Portugal's soulful second city tumbles down to the Douro in a maze of granite lanes, with port lodges across the water and a beach tram at the river mouth.
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The six pieces
Fly into Porto
Porto's main gateway is Porto (OPO). Compare fares from your home airport and pick the piece that fits.
Find flightsWhere to stay
Stay in the Ribeira or Baixa for the riverfront; Cedofeita for a hip, local feel.
See staysGetting around
Compact and walkable; rent a car for the Douro Valley and northern beaches.
Compare carsTour a port lodge in Gaia
Cross the Dom Luís I bridge to taste vintage port where it's aged.
Find ticketsDouro Valley wine cruise
Terraced vineyards and quintas on a day trip up the river.
Find ticketsLivraria Lello
The neo-gothic bookshop said to have inspired Harry Potter's staircases.
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Where to stay in Porto
Stay in the Ribeira or Baixa for the riverfront; Cedofeita for a hip, local feel.
Postcard riverfront — atmospheric but touristy.
Central, with the best transport links.
Arty, local and full of independent cafés.
Getting from the airport
Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) is 11 km out; the violet metro line E runs to the centre in about 35 minutes, or a taxi is 20–25 minutes.
What to eat in Porto
Brave a francesinha sandwich, taste port across the river in Gaia, and try bacalhau and a custardy pastel de nata.
Porto travel FAQ
When is the best time to visit Porto?
May–September for river days; the Douro harvest in September is spectacular.
How many days do you need in Porto?
A long weekend (3–4 days) covers the highlights in this guide; add a day or two if you want the day trips and a slower pace.
How do I get from the airport to Porto?
Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) is 11 km out; the violet metro line E runs to the centre in about 35 minutes, or a taxi is 20–25 minutes.
Where should I stay in Porto?
Ribeira — Postcard riverfront — atmospheric but touristy. Baixa & Aliados — Central, with the best transport links. Cedofeita — Arty, local and full of independent cafés.
What should I eat in Porto?
Brave a francesinha sandwich, taste port across the river in Gaia, and try bacalhau and a custardy pastel de nata.
Do you need a car in Porto?
Compact and walkable; rent a car for the Douro Valley and northern beaches.
How do I book a trip to Porto?
Add the flight, a stay for every night and a rental car on our Trip Board, then book each piece directly with our travel partners — you pay them, never us.