When people think about visiting Portugaltheir first thought is to go to Lisbonthe capital. Porto might be the second-largest city in the country after Lisbonbut it is not the second best! 280 km north of Lisbonthe beautiful city of Porto lies along the Douro river. Home to Port winestreet artand “francesinhas”Porto is one of the world’s top 100 cities with the most international visitors. Over 1 million tourists visit Porto every yearas well as thousands of digital nomads and remote workers looking to make the city a temporary home.

One of the oldest in EuropePorto’s old town in the city center is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1996! It is no surprise that Porto is a city with a rich history and culture.

Porto has been inhabited by different groups throughout the agesmaking it a melting point of heritage and history. The city was first inhabited by Celtic people. Thenduring the Roman occupation of the Iberian Peninsula in the fourth centurythe city was transformed into a commercial port. They renamed the city “Portus Cale”meaning “Port of Cale” (Cale is the original name for Celtic). Fun fact: this has been referred to as the origin of the name Portugal. The Visigoths then took possession of the city in the sixth century but lost it to Moors in the eighth century. Christian forces won back the city in 997 when Porto became the capital of Portucalense (northern Portugal). The Moors won it back again for a few years but in 1092 it went back into Christian rule.

During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuriesthe city center increased dramatically in population size and became an industrial center. It went on to become a major city in the struggle for the end of the monarchy. Writers and poets with progressive views lived in the city during the nineteenth century. In 1820a liberal revolution started in Porto demanding the end of the monarchy. After Miguel of Portugal became kingPorto rebelled against the ruler and an eighteen-month siege by the King’s army occurred in 1832. Porto won and the King abdicated! Republicans revolted again in Porto in 1891 and many say these events led to the creation of the Portuguese Republic in 1910.

Since thenPorto has undergone many changes and improvementslike the construction of the Arrábida bridge over the Douro river in the 70s. Porto was elected Best European Destination in 2010 and 2014 and has seen a boom in tourism ever sincegiving other European countries a run for their money. Our Porto city guide has all the Porto travel tips for your next vacation!

What to do in PortoPortugal: Porto Travel Guide to Tourist AttractionsActivitiesand Day Trips

Porto is one of the top cities to visit in Portugalas well as all of Europe right now. The city offers many tourist attractions and activities that are affordable and will make visiting the city a trip to remember. From traditional Portuguese activities like a Port wine tour to historical attractionsas well as activities to do with childrenthe city has a lot to offer. Ready to explore Porto?

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What are some traditional things to do in PortoPortugal?

Wine tasting in Porto

A traditional thing to do in Porto is definitely a Port wine tastingeven if you are not necessarily a wine lover. Port wine is a Portuguese fortified wine produced in the Douro Valley. This wine is a sweet red wine that often pairs perfectly with dessert. On a wine touryou can also taste other Portuguese wines including white and red wine. The best wine tastings are in Vila Nova de Gaiaacross the Dom Luis Bridge from Portoover the Douro river.

Caves Ferreira in Vila Nova de Gaia is one of the best places for a port tasting. Founded by a family of winemakers in 1751Caves Ferreira is the only wine company from Porto that has always remained Portuguese throughout its history. They offer port tastings at different prices but a great option is a Classic visit for €15 per person.

You can also visit Ramos Pintoan incredible vineyard established in 1880 by Adriano Ramos Pinto. They have over 80 hectares of vineyards across four Quintas (farms). You can enjoy a tour of their port wine cellars (Ramos Pinto Cellars) and a visit to their museum (Adriano Ramos Pinto Museum) that teaches you about the history of the brand for €12. You can do all this and have a port tasting of 5 wines at the end for around €25 in their tasting room.

While you’re in Vila Nova de Gaiamake sure to ride the Gaia cable car at sunset to get a view of the Douro river and Porto.

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Fado houses in Porto

While many associate fado houses with LisbonPorto has many traditional taverns where you can listen to the iconic Portuguese music of fado. Howeverprices in Lisbon are often more expensive (€50+). In Portoyou can get the full experience of a large set menu and a live music show for a more affordable priceas well as a glass of Port wine.

A great place to go is Casa das Mariquinhas. Established in 1968 and close to S. Bentoall the great names of national fado have passed through its doorssinging fado most authenticallywithout microphones. You can enjoy a show and a large meal here for under €38.

Most fado houses do not allow you to just sit with a wine glass and enjoy the show. Usuallyyou need to book a table for a full meal. HoweverGaleria de Paris allows you to listen to a live fado show for only €15which includes a glass of Port wine. Located in the old townthey also offer lunch menus for under €6.

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What are some famous tourist attractions and monuments in PortoPortugal?

One of the oldest cities in EuropePorto has several famous historical attractions and monuments you cannot miss. Better yet – most of them are within walking distance of each other and located in the historic centerproclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here are our top 6 historical attractions and monuments to visit in Porto.

1. Clérigos Tower

Want to see the city of Porto at 75 meters high? Located in the city center of Portothe Clérigos Toweror the Tower of the Clerics was built in 1763 by Italian architect Nicolau Nasoni. You can climb the 225 steps to reach the top of the towerwhere you can enjoy a 360 perspective of the city. This is particularly beautiful at night and the tower is open until 11 PMmaking it one of the best places to watch the sunset. The tower is built on a Roman Catholic Baroque church that is decorated with motifsa of architecture from the seventeenth century. The monument also offers a museum on the history of the building.

You can get a guided tour of the museumchurchand tower for €6.50 during the day. You can also visit the tower at night for €5.

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2. Livraria Lello

Livraria Lello is located in the city center of Porto and is one of the oldest bookstores in the country. It’s known for being one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world. Founded in 1906Livraria Lello has been a highlight of cultural life in the citywith many literary figures visiting the place. If you google the placemany argue that JK Rowlingthe author of Harry Potter wrote the books at Livraria Lello. Sorry to burst your bubble if you are a Harry Potter fanaticbut this isn’t true – JK Rowling has denied these claims and has never visited Livraria Lello.

Entrance to Livraria Lello used to be freebut they were getting 4,000 visits a day with long lines and less than 5% would buy a book. Now the tickets cost €5. Kids under 3 years old have free entrance.

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3. Carmo Church

Also known as Igreja do Carmothis church is a combination of two buildingsone built in the 1600s and one in the 1700s. This monument is therefore one of the oldest in the old town of Porto. The church is built in baroque the same as the Clérigos Tower. A part of the church is decorated with Portuguese blue azulejos (tiles) made locally in Vila Nova de Gaiaacross the Douro river from Porto. The exterior has two religious statues of the prophets Elijah and Elisha made in Italy.

You can enter the church for free! Howeverto visit the museumcatacombsand Casa Escondida there is a fee of €3.50.

4. Bolsa Palace

Palacio da Bolsa’s construction began in 1842 by the Porto Commercial Association on the ruins of the Saint Francis Convent. The name Palácio da Bolsa translates into “Stock Exchange Palace”. It no longer functions as a stock exchange but is still the headquarters of the association and is used for important events like the visit of Queen Elizabeth II in 1957. The Stock Exchange Palace was built in neoclassical and displays furniture by Portuguese architect José Marques da Silva and sculptures by the famous sculptor Teixeira Lopes. The most famous room is the “Arab Room” built between 1862 and 1880 and decorated in the Moorish Revival . Todaythis room is used as a hall for prestigious visitors to Porto like heads of state.

You can visit the palace for €10 or €6.50 for childrenstudentsand seniors. Children under 12 years old can visit the palace for free.

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5. Porto Cathedral

Mostly known as Sé do Portothis Roman Catholic cathedral is a national monument and the most important religious building in all of Porto. The Porto Cathedral still holds a mass every day at 11 am that you can attend for free. The construction of the cathedral began in the twelfth century and was finally fully built in 1737. It was renovated in many architectural s throughout the centuries including Gothic and Baroque. Todayit has a beautiful mixture of many s.

The entrance to the Porto Cathedral is freebut if you want to access the fourteenth-century cloister you pay €3 ticket.

6. Majestic Cafe

Established in 1921this café is known as one of the most beautiful in Europe and is located in the heart of the city center. This café was first called Elite as it was catered to the finest in society and intellectuals. The name was changed to Majestic Cafeas Elite alluded to the monarchy and that did not sit well with the republican intellectuals that visited the place. The building was declared a “Public Interest Building” in 1983 and won multiple awards including the Municipal Merit Medal – Grade – Gold” (2011). This is a must-see in Porto but the prices are quite high. The café offers many baked delicacies such as “Pastel de Nata”mealsand an afternoon tea for €25 per person. An expresso costs €5 herewhile in other cafés it should not cost you more than €1. But for the experienceit is well worth it.

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Day trips from PortoPortugal

Porto has a lot to offerbut so do the surrounding areas. If you visit Portoit would be a waste to not take a day trip. Here are our top 3 favorite day trips from Porto you cannot miss. If you are visiting for at least a weektaking all 3 would make it the perfect trip.

1. Douro Valley

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage sitethe Douro Valley should be on the top of your list for a day trip. The Douro Valley is a cultural landscape of vineyards where Douro wines are grown and produced at traditional wine cellars. Departing from Portothe Douro river flows in the middle of these green hills with vineyards. Bewarevisiting the Douro Valley is quite expensive for Portuguese standardsbut a once in a lifetime opportunity.

The best way to visit the Douro Valley is by hiring a private car transfer or renting a car as public transportation is scarce in the areaespecially if you want to visit multiple vineyards for wine tastings. Alternativelyyou can also book a stunning Douro river cruise that stops at vineyards.

The 3 best vineyards to visit in Douro are the following: Quinta da Roêda (Pinhão)Quinta do Crasto (Sabrosa)and Quinta do Seixo (Valença do Douro).

Quinta da Roêda does not just offer Port wine tastingsbut alsovisits to the vineyardspicnicsworkshopsand more. You can explore the gorgeous vineyard with a travel guide and have a tasting of three wines for only €12 per person. Their packages go up to €44 per person for a larger number and variety of wines. For a luxurious and romantic lunch out with wineyou can reserve their picnic package on the shaded terraceoverlooking the vineyards and Douro river. Prices for this range from €30 to €48 per person depending on the basket selected.

Quinta do Crasto is included in the Top 20 of the World’s Best Vineyardswinning 16th place in 2021. The wine tasting here lasts around 90 minutes where you get to taste 5 of their winesvisit the port wine cellarsand more for €29 per person.

Quinta do Seixo has over 100 hectares and is one of the most traditional wine-producing estates in the region. The vines are over one hundred years old! The Quinta also has very advanced winemaking technology that is perfectly integrated with the landscape. They have a variety of packages for wine-loving visitors. Their cheapest visit is €15 for a 40-minute tour of the winery and tasting of 2 port wines. Their most luxurious option is a 3-hour picnic in the vineyard where you can taste their wines and enjoy Douro cuisine for €40 per person (only available from March to October).

Alternativelyif you want to enjoy the views of the Douro river rather than spending the day vineyard “hopping”you could travel by bustrainand boat for the full experience. You can book a day river cruise in the Douro river from Porto and come back by bus or train. This 12-hour day cruise from Porto includes a return ticket so you can travel back to the city through public transportation. It also includes breakfastlunchand a wine tasting at the end in Pinhão where you can catch the bus or train back to Porto. The cruise costs €86 per person.

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2. Peneda-Gerês National Park

A one-hour drive from PortoGerês is the oldest protected area in the country and the only national park in Portugal. The park covers an area of 695.93 km² and occasionally gets some snow in the winter. This is the perfect day trip for adventure-seeking travelers! There are many hiking trails and “miradouros” (viewpoints) where you can get wonderful views. There are also many lagoons and rivers where you can take a dip in the summer monthsperfect for after a hike. You can also spend the day exploring medieval villages that are uninhabited. Make sure to pack some food and a water bottle as some areas are far away from infrastructures.

How do you get to Gerês from Porto? The best way is to book a car rental to drive the 100 kilometers. Public transportation to Gerês is almost nonexistent. The only way to get there is to get a one-hour train to Braga (€5) and then take a 43m taxi (€30) or a 1h30 bus (€2) to the park. This will take up half of your dayconsidering that the bus and taxis will also probably be late.

Howeveryou can always book a tourthis is a great option for a whole day. This amazing tour picks you up from your accommodation in Porto (round-trip) and takes you to the best hiking and swimming spots in Gerês. You can also venture off the track as you’ll be in a 4×4 and so can explore secret places! This 10-hour tour also includes local food and wine at a typical restaurant. The tour costs €85 per person.

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3. Matosinhos

Last but not leastif you are looking for a sunny day at the beach close to Portohead to Matosinhos. This fishing town is a 20-minute drive or a 40-minute bus ride from Porto. Matosinhos is famous for its beachPraia de Matosinhosthe largest beach close to Porto. The beach is perfect for a relaxing day away from the city during the summer. The beach has a lot to offer: beach sports like surfing in the wavey Atlantic oceanlifeguards supervising the areaas well as plenty of cafes and beach bars.

The best time to go is between June and August during the week. Avoid the weekends as Matosinhos beach will be overly crowded during this time.

You can also book a surfing experience here for €40 which is perfect for a family with kids. This surf experience includes a transfer from Porto to Matosinhos. Don’t know how to surf? Don’t worry! The instructions in this experience will teach you.

You can also choose to visit other beacheslike Praia de Leca da Palmeira which also has saltwater swimming pools that are much warmer than the sea.

You can also visit the Castelo do Queijo (Cheese Castle)a fort constructed in the seventeenth century after Portugal gained independence from Spain. The fort has a small museum that costs €0.50 to enter.

The town is also known for its seafoodallowing you to discover the best of Portuguese culture. The morning fish market sells fresh fish every day at the port and you can also taste the finest fish dishes at many restaurants. Some amazing seafood restaurants overlooking the Atlantic ocean in Matosinhos are TITO 2 (around €40 for two people)A Marisqueira de Matosinhos (around €50 for two people)and Marisqueria A Antiga (around €70 for two people).

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What are some activities for kids in PortoPortugal?

Porto has plenty of stuff to do with the kidscatering to locals and tourists alike. A great thing to do in Porto is visiting Sea Lifean experience the whole family will enjoy. Sea Life has over 30 displays and 3,000 sea creatures. This place has an underwater tunnel you can walk through and observe the sea life. Tickets cost €14 and entrance is free for kids under 3. If you want a surreal experiencebook the VIP Turtle Feeding where you can go backstage and feed Marizathe green turtle for €24.

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Another thing to do with kids in Porto is to visit the World of Discoveries in the centeran interactive museum and theme park that teaches you about Portuguese navigators. Kids younger than 3 years old have free accesskids from 4 to 12 years old pay €9and adults pay €15. Howeverbear in mind that some parents feel like this place glorifies the era of Portuguese “discoveries” and silences the victims of colonialism.

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Lastlyif you don’t mind getting away from the city, Zoo Santo Inácio in Vila Nova da Gaia is a 15-minute drive from Porto. They have over 600 animals and 200 species living in the zoo. From a 40-meter glass tunnel where you can see a lion’s habitat to a reptile area with the largest snake in the worldthe reticulated python at 11 meters longthis zoo is an incredible experience. Kids under 3 do not paywhile kids under 13 pay €10. Adults pay €15.

What are some free things to do in PortoPortugal?

Due to its beautiful views and public historical buildingsPorto has a lot for those on a budget. Exploring this magical city comes at zero cost – think of it as a free walking tour!

The riverfront district of Ribeira is the perfect place for a walk as it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can take photos of Dom Luis bridge and enjoy a panoramic view of the city. There are pedestrian walking lanes along the bridge so you can actually cross it.

The gardens of the Palacio de Cristal are only a 15-minute walk from the center. The landscaped gardens were designed in the nineteenth century and offer views of the Douro riveras well as walking paths and fountains. Perfect for a picnic!

You should also visit a Casa Da Musica (House of Music)an iconic concert hall in the center of the citybuilt in 2005. Designed by architect Rem Koolhaas. Although a tour of the inside costs €10the best part of this place is the exterior. Perfect to take photos!

If you love photographyvisit the Centro Português de Fotografia. This museum showcases works from Portuguese and international photographers and has free exhibitions. The building once served as a prison which you will notice by the iron gates and cells inside the museum.

Finallythe São Bento railway station is not just perfect for traveling. This station has an atrium covered in 22,000 azulejos (tiles)created by artist Jorge Colaço. The azulejos feature iconic episodes of Portuguese history. São Bento railway station is often described as one of the most beautiful train stations in the world!

Where to eat in PortoPortugal?

This Porto travel guide would be meaningless without the most important part of Portuguese culture – food. Porto offers an incredible culinary experience at a much more affordable price than Lisbon. From “francesinhas” to seafood and winePorto is the perfect place for a foodie. The options are limitlessso we have selected our favorite restaurants for your needs. Porto has meals for everyone’s taste: traditional foodvegan mealsas well as luxury dining for those looking for an experience.

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Portuguese food: where to eat traditional Portuguese food in PortoPortugal?

Porto is home to many restaurants serving Northern cuisine that will make you feel like a local. But firstlet’s go through the typical Portuense (and Portuguese) foods you need to try in Porto. These are all definitely must-tries!

1. “Francesinha”: A trip to Porto needs a francesinha. This meal includes hamsausageand steak sandwich with loads of melted cheese and a fried egg on topand spiced tomato and beer sauce. It’s served with french fries.
2. “Tripas à moda do Porto”: This is a heavy meat-based dishwith beanscarrotssteakvealand pork stomach. People have been eating this in Porto for hundreds of years.
3. “Sandes de pernil”: a roast pork butt sandwich with “queijo da serra” (a mountain cheese).
4. “Bacalhau: codfish. There are 365 ways to serve codfish in Portugalour favorite is “bacalhau à brás”a dish made from shreds of codfishonionschopped potatoesand scrambled eggs. Usually topped with black olives and parsley.
5. Caldo verde: a green vegetable soup with Portuguese sausage.
6. “Alheira”: a Portuguese alheira sausage made from chickenturkeyduckor pheasant. Usually eaten with fries and a fried egg.
7. “Broa de Avintes: a famous bread from Porto that is dark brown.
8. “Tarde de Amendoa”: an almond tart that is typical of Douro as this region cultivates most of the countries almonds. The tart has almondssugarbutterand milk.
9. “Sardinhas assadas”: sardines that are usually plated on top of bread and paired with potatoespeppersand salad.

Now that you know how to navigate a menuhere are our top 3 places to eat traditional food in Porto.

1. Taberna Santo AntónioRua Virtudes

Located in the city centera classic Porto “tasca” (Portuguese tavern)you’ll be treated like a local here. You can try various traditional Portuguese dishes for a very cheap price. On Sundaysthey have “cozido  à Portuguesa”a traditional meat stew with porksausagesriceand vegetables for 7€. They also have “bifanas”a steak sandwich for under €2. The roast pork is also amazing! You can get a full meal here for under €10.

2. Casa GuedesPraça dos Poveiros & Rua Actor João Guedes

This place is known for having the best “sandes de pernil” in Portoa roast pork butt sandwich with mountain cheese. It was initially established in 1987 by the Correia brothers as a snack barbut since thenthey have opened two new spaces. You can try any of thesethey are all amazing:

• Casa Guedes Tradicional (1987): Praça dos Poveiros 130
• Casa Guedes Rooftop (2019): Praça dos Poveiros 76
• Casa Guedes Progresso (2020): Rua Actor João Guedes 5

Their “sandes de pernil” only costs €3.90. They also have other sandwiches: Portuguese hamcured porkcured black porkand softer sheep cheese sandwich (all under €4.50). This is also a great place to try the “caldo verde” (green soup) for €1.70 and the iconic “francesinha” with melted cheese. You can have a whole meal here for €6.

3. Tasquinha Ze PovinhoRua Clemente Meneres

One of the best “tascas” in Portothis family-run restaurant offers traditional dishes that make you feel at home. The owner of this restaurant prides herself on creating dishes that reflect her Portuguese rootsrather than catering to tourists. The restaurant offers authentic dishes that everyone must try like “francesinhas” and “tripas à moda do Porto”.You can get a meal here for under €7.

For the plant-based: where to eat vegan food in PortoPortugal?

If you are a vegan planning your trip to Portolook no further. The vegan scene in Porto has been booming recently. A few years agothere were few options for plant-based foodbut now there are hundreds of options for vegans. It has truly become a vegan-friendly city! Here are our top three vegan places in Porto.

1. Arvore do MundoRua do Duque de Lole

Arvore do Mundo is not just a vegan restaurantbut also a gallery where you can check out local art. They have a garden and terrace where you can have a vegan meal and relaxas well as toys and books for kids.

This vegan restaurant has lunch menus for €10 per person and the average cost for dinner is around €12 per person.

2. Kind KitchenRua do Bonjardim

Located in Baixathe interior of the restaurant is modern and clean and you can watch the food being prepared in their open- kitchen. kind Kitchen has a wide range of dishes including Buddha bowlsburgersand cakes. They even have the famous beyond burger that tastes like real meat! This vegan restaurant also has a vegan version of the iconic Porto dish “francesinha” with plant-based melted cheese.

The lunch menus are under €10 per person and the average cost for dinner is around €12 per person.

3. My Green PastryPraça da República

Missing out on the amazing desserts in Porto? Don’t worrymy Green Pastry is a vegan pastry shop that will satisfy your sweet tooth. This place focuses on local and seasonal ingredients and is also plastic-free. My Green Pastry also has savory snacks that are completely plant-based and organic. They also offer a large brunch on Saturdays for €18.

Luxury dining: what are the best Michelin star restaurants in PortoPortugal?

Looking for a luxurious night out? Prepare to splurge! Porto has 5 Michelin-starred restaurants that will provide you with a once in a lifetime experience. We have chosen our two favorite Michelin star restaurants in Porto.

1. Pedro LemosRua do Padre Luís Cabral

A 20-minute car ride from the center of PortoPedro Lemos is a renowned restaurant in a restored stone house. Opened in 2009 by Chef Pedro Lemosit was the first restaurant in Porto to be awarded a Michelin star. Pedro Lemos is located in Foza historical neighborhood in Porto. The restaurant has contemporary decor and a rooftop terrace where you can enjoy a beautiful view. It also has a wine cellar where group dinners can take place. Pedro Lemos has excellent fish dishes that are Portugueseas well as international cuisine. The foie gras is to die for!

Menus start at €120 per person where you can taste 8 dishes. The menu for wine starts at €65 and these are carefully selected to pair with your meal.

2. AntiqvvmRua de Entre Quintas

Located close to Museo Románticothis restaurant is situated in a park in the center of Porto. You get a gorgeous view of the Douro River. Chef Vitor Matos uses seasonal and local ingredients to produce unbelievable dishes. This Michelin 1-star restaurant has Portuguese wines from every regionselected by the sommelier António Lopes. Try the red mullet with cauliflower and sea urchin sauce.

You can choose from a set menu or opt for the à la carte menu where vegetarian options are available. A set menu here will cost you at least €135 and the wine menu €65.

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Getting around: How does public transportation work in PortoPortugal?

Getting around in Porto is fairly easy. You can walk most placesbut you also have access to efficient public transportationincluding traintramand bus routes. Transportation costs are also incredibly affordablewith travel cards available. The best way to get from Porto airport to the city center is by renting a car or booking a 20-minute taxi.

What travel card to buy for public transportation in PortoPortugal?

You have travel card options to go around Porto: the Porto Card + travel card or the Andante Card.

The Porto card + travel card is perfect if you are going to visit museums. You get free bus and metro transportfree entry to 6 museums (including a contemporary art museum)and 50% off in 14 monuments. You also get a free train ride to the beach. You can buy this card from official tourist officessome railway stationsand Francisco Sa Carneiro Airport. You cannot purchase it at a metro station. Here are the prices for the Porto Card + travel card:

• 1-day: €13
• 2-days: €20
• 3-days: €25
• 4-days: €33

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There are two types of Andante cardsthe Andante 24 cardand the Andante Tour card. You can purchase these in Andante shops in metro stations and the airportas well as tourist offices. The Andante 24 card gives you 24-hour unlimited access to the metrobusesand some trains. The price of the card depends on the zone you purchase it for. If you are just getting around central Portopurchase a zone 2 Andante 24 card that costs €4.15. You can also get an Adante Tour card for tourists that allows you to travel to all the zones. An Andante Tour 1 for 24 hours costs €7 and an Andante Tour 3 for 72 hours costs €15.

The metro in PortoPortugal

The metro is one of the fastest public transportation optionsas well as the most sustainable (after walking). 12,000 cars stopped circulating because of the Porto metro.

The metro has 6 lines and 81 stations and goes through the city’s main districtsas well as outskirts. The metro works from 6 am to 1 am. A single ticket costs €1.70. Make sure to watch out for pickpocketers and stay safe!

The tram in PortoPortugal

Like in Lisbonthe trams are a cultural and historical experience. They are a great way to get to know the citybut they are much slower than other means of public transportation. The locals use to rely on the tram before the bus and metro lines were establishedbut now this mode of transport is best for tourists and those wanting a unique experience.

A single fare will cost you €3.

The bus in PortoPortugal

The bus is the cheapest mode of transportation in all of Porto. It can take you places where the metro line does not reach and can take you to Vila Nova de Gaiaas well as Matosinhos for the beach.

Don’t forget to reach out your arm when the bus driver passes by so that they stop to let you get on!

A single fare ticket bought with the driver costs €1.80.

The train in PortoPortugal

The trains are great for getting out of Portoto cities nearby. Don’t travel within Porto by train. You can take the train from São Bento Station to Braga (€15)and other cities.

A single fare can cost you between €1.50 and can go up to €30 depending on where you go.

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Porto Guide: Final Thoughts

For you’re next trip to Portugalyou must visit Porto. In factput it at the top of your list. From incredible food to its World Site Heritage historic center and views along the Douro riverthe city has something to offer for everyone. Whether you are a solo traveler or backpackingPorto is an affordable city to visit that can still make it a trip to remember. This city fits everyone’s budget from cheap options for backpackers to luxurious hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants. Hopefullythis extensive Porto travel guide has taught you everything you need to travel to the Portuguese city. It’s time to find yourself some cheap flights to Porto airport!

Take a look at our ultimate guides to Lisbon, Albufeiraand more with all the information you need for your next trip to Portugal.

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