Susana’s recommendations for Porto city
Things to do and see
Clérigos Tower
Rua de São Filipe de NeryGreat place to enjoy a 360o view, over the city.
Located in historic centre’s heart, is one of the oldest Portugal monuments.
566 locals recommend
Porto Cathedral (Se Cathedral)
Terreiro da SéLocated in historic centre’s heart, is one of the oldest Portugal monuments.
And Ribeira do Porto, just bellow Sé Catedral and Baixa, one of the most ancient and typical sites of the city, classified as a World Heritage Site.
From there you can take a boat tour, that will show you the beautiful landscape and skyline directly from Douro river.
35 locals recommend
Cruzeiro das 6 Pontes
And Ribeira do Porto, just bellow Sé Catedral and Baixa, one of the most ancient and typical sites of the city, classified as a World Heritage Site.
From there you can take a boat tour, that will show you the beautiful landscape and skyline directly from Douro river.
Crystal Palace Gardens
Rua de Dom Manuel IIBeautiful gardens and views over the Douro river.
Livraria Lello
144 R. das CarmelitasOne of the most beautiful bookshops in the world.
Serra do Pilar
On the other side of D. Luis bridge.
Contemporary art exhibitions, surrounded by magical gardens.
897 locals recommend
Museu de Arte Contemporânea (Fundação de Serralves)
210 R. Dom João de CastroContemporary art exhibitions, surrounded by magical gardens.
Relax with a walk in the park and finish at Matosinhos beach.
1306 locals recommend
Parque da Cidade do Porto
Estrada Interior da CircunvalaçãoRelax with a walk in the park and finish at Matosinhos beach.
For adventurers and adrenaline lovers, unique views and experience
74 locals recommend
Porto Bridge Climb
680 R. do OuroFor adventurers and adrenaline lovers, unique views and experience
Bolhão Market
322 R. FormosaRenovated market of fresh products, in the heart of Porto city.
History of Port wine production told in guided tours to these cellars with tastings included.
180 locals recommend
Porto Calem
344 Av. de Diogo LeiteHistory of Port wine production told in guided tours to these cellars with tastings included.
Port wine cellar operating since around 1890 and open to the public for tastings by appointment only.
76 locals recommend
Graham's Port Lodge
141 Rua do AgroPort wine cellar operating since around 1890 and open to the public for tastings by appointment only.
Restaurants
Taberna Santo António
32 R. das VirtudesReal Portuguese food.
Great place to enjoy the Atlantic Ocean, with great cocktails and confort food.
7 locals recommend
Lapa Lapa
Avenida do BrasilGreat place to enjoy the Atlantic Ocean, with great cocktails and confort food.
mão Travessa
38 Rua de Miguel BombardaLike a second home, wine, tapas, crepes and much more!...
Mozzarella bar & Mediterranean food. Good place to relax after exploring downtown Porto.
49 locals recommend
Puro 4050
84 Largo São DomingosMozzarella bar & Mediterranean food. Good place to relax after exploring downtown Porto.
Praia da Luz
Rua Coronel Raúl PeresGreat food by the sea!...
Habitat - Terra e Fogo
nº 350 Rua do Passeio AlegreTrendy local restaurant with fire wood cooking.
Cena gastronómica
Wine Quay Bar
111 Cais da EstivaTapas, wine and great views.
Gazela Cachorrinhos da Batalha
4 Rua de EntreparedesSpecial hot dogs.
Café Santiago F
226 R. de Passos ManuelOne of the best Francesinha sandwich in Porto.
The Blini
344 R. do Gen. TorresAmazing views and amazing food by Chef Cordeiro!...
Solar Moinho de Vento
81 R. de Sá de NoronhaFavorite place and traditional Portuguese food!...
Small, unpretentious restaurant with typical and homemade Portuguese specialties.
155 locals recommend
Adega São Nicolau
1 R. de São NicolauSmall, unpretentious restaurant with typical and homemade Portuguese specialties.
A Marisqueira de Matosinhos
717 R. Roberto IvensBest seafoods in town!
Bars and clubs
Taberna Aduela
36 R. Das OliveirasWine bar
Candelabro
3 Rua da ConceiçãoWine bar
Plan B Club - Port
30 R. de Cândido dos ReisBar and club.
Maus Hábitos
178 R. de Passos ManuelBar, club, gallery
Rua da Galeria de Paris
Rua da Galeria de ParisNightlife
Cafe Lusitano
137 R. de José FalcãoLGBT bar
Base Porto
151 R. das CarmelitasAmazing place for drinks ans dance!
Traveler advice
Getting around
Porto Tram City Tour
The historic electric car network of STCP – Porto Tram City Tour – constitutes an unavoidable ex-libris of the city of Porto. With a history that dates back to 1872, the year in which the first line of "American cars" in the city of Porto was inaugurated, the STCP electric car network currently consists of 2 different lines:
Line 1, or Marginal Line, which runs between the historic center of Porto and Jardim do Passeio Alegre on a unique journey along the banks of the Douro River;
Line 18, or Restoration Line, which runs between Massarelos and Passeio Alegre on a path that connects the Douro
Traveling with kids
Gaia cable car
The cable car has already become a tourist attraction and a sustainable means of transport, connecting Gaia riverside promenade to the upper deck of the Luís I bridge over river Douro close to the Jardim do Morro Metro station and the belvedere of Serra do Pilar convent church.