There are a lot of ways to experience Porto, and honestly, I wouldn’t stick to just one type of tour. You can spend a day out in the Douro Valley, cruise underneath Porto’s famous bridges, drink Port wine, learn how to make pastel de nata, or just walk around the city with someone who can actually explain what you’re looking at. I’m Portuguese, so I’ve spent plenty of time around Portugal and know that food, wine, and local culture are a huge part of the experience here. For Porto, I’ve picked the tours I’d actually consider booking rather than giving you a massive list of every possible activity. These are…

Porto and wine are impossible to separate. The city is famous for Port wine, and many of the historic cellars are just across the Douro River in Vila Nova de Gaia. I’m Portuguese, so wine is obviously part of the experience when I’m traveling around Portugal. If you’re visiting Porto, I’d definitely make time for at least one wine tour or tasting. You can learn about Port, try different styles, visit one of the historic cellars, or just spend a few hours drinking good wine and eating something with it. I’ve put these wine tours in Porto in order of popularity, starting with the ones that are getting the most…

If you want to actually understand Porto, eat. I’m Portuguese, so food is obviously a huge part of how I experience Portugal, and Porto is one of those cities where you really should make eating part of the trip. A good food tour is also a great way to try local dishes you might otherwise completely overlook and actually understand what you’re eating. There are plenty of food tours in Porto, from daytime walking tours with wine tastings to evening petiscos crawls through local spots. And if you’d rather do something hands-on, there are also cooking classes where you can learn how to make one of Portugal’s most famous pastries:…

Choosing between the best hotels in Porto really comes down to what you actually want to spend on accommodation. Porto has everything from simple budget hotels where you can just drop your bags and go explore, to gorgeous 5-star properties where the hotel is basically part of the trip. I’ve picked two hotels for each category, from budget through to luxury. So whether you’re trying to keep your Porto trip cheap or you want to properly splurge, here are the best hotels in Porto I’d look at. Quick Picks: Best Hotels in Porto Category My Pick Best For Best budget hotel Stay Hotel Porto Centro Trindade Central location and value…

A boat tour is one of the easiest ways to see Porto from a completely different perspective. The Douro runs right through the city, and once you’re on the water, you get some pretty great views of Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia, and the famous bridges connecting the two. I’ve picked 6 boat tours in Porto, from the classic Six Bridges cruise to smaller yacht and sailboat experiences with Port wine, plus a combination tour if you want to fit more into one day. Boat Tours in Porto: Quick Picks Looking for… My Pick Most popular / classic cruise Six Bridges Cruise Best luxury option Luxury 7 Bridges Yacht Cruise…

Porto has no shortage of hotels, and you don’t necessarily need to go all the way up to five-star prices to get a really good place to stay. Some of the 4- tar hotels in Porto have excellent locations, great facilities, and plenty of character without the price tag of the city’s luxury properties. In this guide, I’ll share the 7 best 4 star hotels in Porto, from central city stays to hotels with pools, spas, views, and more space. 4 Star Hotels in Porto: Quick Picks Category Hotel Best Overall 4-Star Hotel Dorma Essenzia Porto Best for First-Time Visitors HF Fénix Porto Best Boutique Hotel Acta The Clover Best…

Porto has a surprisingly good selection of five-star hotels, and they are not all trying to give you the same experience. You have historic buildings in the center, design-heavy boutique hotels, riverfront properties, and hotels where the pool and spa are almost as much of the reason to stay as Porto itself. If you’re spending the money on a 5 star hotel in Porto, I’d look at the location and the actual experience you’re getting rather than just picking the most expensive room. In this guide, I’ll share the 7 best 5 star hotels in Porto, including the ones I’d look at for a city break, a romantic stay, a…

Porto has a lot of hostels, which is great if you’re traveling on a budget, but it also means there are plenty of very different options to choose from. I’d look at the location first because Porto is hilly and you can save yourself a lot of unnecessary walking by staying somewhere central. After that, it really comes down to whether you want a big social hostel, something quieter, or a place that feels a little more like a boutique property. In this guide, I’ll share the 7 best hostels in Porto, including the ones I’d consider for different types of travelers and budgets. Best Hostels in Porto: Quick Picks…

Trying to figure out the best things to do in Porto? I get it. Every Porto guide seems to recommend the exact same attractions, and while some of them are absolutely worth visiting, after visiting Porto several times, I’ve realized the experiences I remember the most aren’t always the ones at the top of those lists. So in this guide, I’ll cover the Porto classics every first-time visitor should see, but I’ll also share the best things to do in Porto after visiting several times —from my favorite viewpoints and neighborhoods to food tours, river cruises, and day trips that made me fall in love with the city. The Porto…