Porto is a charming, friendly city on the riverbank where you can really experience authentic Portuguese culture. Discover one of Europe’s gems with incredible food, nightlife, shopping and culture with cheap city breaks to Porto.
Start your city break to Porto with its historic Ribeira district. Located right on the riverbank, this colourful quarter boasts many of the top sights you’ll see during your Porto break. Its narrow medieval streets are a treasure trove of little shops and cafes where you while away the time. Take in top tourist hotspots too like the ornate Clérigos Tower and its twinned Clérigos Church. See unique examples of Baroque architecture in the humble white facade of Capela da Lada, a blink-and-you-miss it little church in this district nestled between local businesses.
Luís I Bridge has become an icon of the city since its construction – and don’t forget to visit Livraria Lello while you’re here. Its elaborate neo-Gothic interior was a major inspiration served as a major source of inspiration to JK Rowling.
Eat your way across the city to discover local favourites and international cuisine. Try a francesinha, an indulgent sandwich of meat and cheese and one of Porto’s top treats. Take a lazy tour along the Douro River – and why not go for a day trip to the vineyards of famed wine region the Douro Valley.
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