What to do in Porto District

Activities, attractions and tours

A river with boats, a bridge, and colorful buildings along the riverbank.
A river with boats, a bridge, and a cityscape with historic buildings.
A coastal cityscape with a river, colorful buildings, and a prominent church.
A cityscape at dusk with a prominent bridge spanning a river, illuminated buildings, and a calm water surface reflecting the lights.
A blue bridge spanning a river, surrounded by colorful buildings and a historic tower.

Activities

Discover Porto's Highlights on a 2-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk

Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)

AU$81
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)
Picture 2 for Activity Porto: Douro Valley Tour with Lunch, Boat Cruise & Tastings

Porto: Douro Valley Tour with Lunch, Boat Cruise & Tastings

AU$130
per adult
Porto: Douro Valley Tour with Lunch, Boat Cruise & Tastings
hills covered by agricultural farming in Porto

Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch

AU$170
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch
Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River

Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River

AU$29
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River
Porto Sightseeing Bus

Porto Hop On Hop Off Bus Combos

AU$45
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Porto Hop On Hop Off Bus Combos
The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

AU$5
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center
Porto: Douro River Boat Cruise with Port Wine and Snacks

Porto: Douro River Boat Cruise with Port Wine and Snacks

AU$73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Porto: Douro River Boat Cruise with Port Wine and Snacks
Wine Venture and Boat Trip in Douro Valley from Porto

Wine Venture and Boat Trip in Douro Valley from Porto

AU$267
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Venture and Boat Trip in Douro Valley from Porto
FC Porto: Museum & Tour

FC Porto: Museum & Tour

AU$41
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
FC Porto: Museum & Tour
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Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch

Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 1146 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$158 per adult
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Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)

Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 934 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$88 per adult
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From Porto: Hike & Swim in Gerês National Park

From Porto: Hike & Swim in Gerês National Park

Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 149 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$108 per adult
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Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise

Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise

8.2 out of 10 with 1043 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$30 per adult
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Porto: Pastel de Nata Cooking Class with Porto Wine (Sé do Porto)

Porto: Pastel de Nata Cooking Class with Porto Wine (Sé do Porto)

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 185 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$58 per adult
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What to do in Porto District

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A densely packed hillside cityscape with historic buildings and a prominent church.

Porto Historic Center

9.6/5 (5,322 reviews)
You can learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you make a stop at a top site such as Porto Historic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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A cityscape with red-roofed buildings, a large white building, and a green park area.

Centro / Baixa

Centro / Baixa is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square. See more of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória by jumping on the metro at Trindade Station or Aliados Station.

A river with boats, a bridge, and a cityscape with historic buildings.

Ribeira

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Ribeira. A stop by Porto Historic Center or Ribeira Square might round out your trip.

A historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and statues.
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Santo Ildefonso

Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Santo Ildefonso. You can visit top attractions like Porto Historic Center and Bolhao Market, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.

A river with a bridge, a sailboat, and a cityscape with red-roofed buildings.

Sé

If you're spending time in Sé, check out sights like Porto Historic Center or Praça da Batalha and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.

A river with boats, a bridge, and a cityscape with historic buildings.

Santa Marinha

While you're in Santa Marinha, take in top sights like Porto Historic Center and jump on the metro at Jardim do Morro Station to see more of the city.

 

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Day trip destinations from Porto District

A cable-stayed bridge spanning a deep valley with terraced fields and a distant town.

Vila Real

A house built on a large rock formation with a tiled roof.

Fafe

A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a stone wall, and a cross.

Penafiel

A historic cityscape with a river reflecting buildings, a prominent church with a dome, and a stone bridge.

Amarante

A church with a bell tower and colorful murals.

Espinho

A row of colorful striped beach huts with white doors and windows, under a clear blue sky.

Santa Maria da Feira

A waterfall, a river, and a vineyard with pergolas.

Santo Tirso

A vineyard with rows of grapevines, a small house, and a mountain in the background.

Lousada