Porto Travel Guide
Take a look at Orbzii’s Porto travel guide to discover the best of the city. Download the app to Dream, Plan & Book your next trip.
Can we interest you in a Big Mac in possibly the most beautiful McDonald’s in the world? A strange opener to a Porto travel guide, but if you’re planning to visit this gorgeous city, it pays to be abreast of the sights. And, yes you can really grab a happy meal in an art deco styled, chandelier-adorned Maccys. You can also shop for your next page turner in an eye-wateringly stunning bookshop. Though, the stained glass ceiling of Porto’s Livraria Lello proves so popular with Harry Potter fans, there’s now a ticket system just to browse the shelves. This, of course, is all before we’ve had chance to wow you with tales from Porto’s soft sanded shoreline. In short, this is a city where beautiful sights abound.
And, the travel joy doesn’t stop there. This is a city that takes its food seriously. Much more seriously than any fast food outlet could, no matter how luxe it may be. Traditional recipes are found at every turn, more often not paired with the local, and historic tipple. Port might not be your go to drink order when you arrive, but you’ll find yourself musing the merits of a port cocktail long after you leave.
Porto Travel Guide
Take a look at Orbzii’s Porto travel guide to discover the best of the city. Download the app to Dream, Plan & Book your next trip.
Can we interest you in a Big Mac in possibly the most beautiful McDonald’s in the world? A strange opener to a Porto travel guide, but if you’re planning to visit this gorgeous city, it pays to be abreast of the sights. And, yes you can really grab a happy meal in an art deco styled, chandelier-adorned Maccys. You can also shop for your next page turner in an eye-wateringly stunning bookshop. Though, the stained glass ceiling of Porto’s Livraria Lello proves so popular with Harry Potter fans, there’s now a ticket system just to browse the shelves. This, of course, is all before we’ve had chance to wow you with tales from Porto’s soft sanded shoreline. In short, this is a city where beautiful sights abound.
And, the travel joy doesn’t stop there. This is a city that takes its food seriously. Much more seriously than any fast food outlet could, no matter how luxe it may be. Traditional recipes are found at every turn, more often not paired with the local, and historic tipple. Port might not be your go to drink order when you arrive, but you’ll find yourself musing the merits of a port cocktail long after you leave.
Soundtrack of the city
A portion of Porto
3 course meal for 2: £30.14
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A regular cappuccino: £1.26
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A medium beer: £1.72
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One-way (Local Transport): £1.16
A portion of Porto
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3 course meal for 2: £30.14
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A regular cappuccino: £1.26
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A medium beer: £1.72
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One-way (Local Transport):£1.16
Soundtrack of the city
Weather in Porto
City breaks tend to be year-round winners. Though, if it’s hot, sunny weather you’re after, Porto has a larger window of opportunity than most. Holidays to Porto could be taken any time between April and November, but for the golden weather to tourist ratio, plump for May or September.
Discover the real Porto
Unlike some destinations, where the real deal is hidden under layers of tourist-centric attractions and a pile of generic experiences, Porto wears its realness on its sleeve. That’s not to say the city’s entirely innocent when it comes to working the traveller angle, but in Portugal terms, this city is as real as it gets.
In any city, iconic landmarks, cultural spots and must-see museums are expected. And Porto’s no exception. Except this city comes with one of the world’s most respected wine regions on its doorstep and a remarkable collection of beaches to shore up an already impressive itinerary of attractions.
What Porto lacks in international cuisine it more than makes up for in local, historic and award-winning eats. Then there’s the port. A city awash with vintages that date back for decades, wine cellars stacked with full-bodied beverages and an intriguing history to match. Foodies, pair every meal with a port – or port cocktail – and you’ll not go far wrong.
Porto’s best bits are not small in number. The nearby beaches are magnificent. There’s just one problem, the numbers start to really rack up. The same can be said for the wineries, restaurants, attractions and more. In short, there’s too many high quality must-sees for one weekend. Dip into our guides to ensure you don’t miss the highlights.
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In any city, iconic landmarks, cultural spots and must-see museums are expected. And Porto’s no exception. Except this city comes with one of the world’s most respected wine regions on its doorstep and a remarkable collection of beaches to shore up an already impressive itinerary of attractions.
- Food & Drink
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What Porto lacks in international cuisine it more than makes up for in local, historic and award-winning eats. Then there’s the port. A city awash with vintages that date back for decades, wine cellars stacked with full-bodied beverages and an intriguing history to match. Foodies, pair every meal with a port – or port cocktail – and you’ll not go far wrong.
- Guides & tips
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Porto’s best bits are not small in number. The nearby beaches are magnificent. There’s just one problem, the numbers start to really rack up. The same can be said for the wineries, restaurants, attractions and more. In short, there’s too many high quality must-sees for one weekend. Dip into our guides to ensure you don’t miss the highlights.
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More of Portugal
Holiday golf and sweeping beaches hog the limelight in Portugal, but peek out beyond the package holiday headlines and you’ll find a cultural hotspot fully loaded with opportunities for adventure. Architecture from just about every significant era nicely pairs with some of Europe’s most dramatic landscapes. On your table, mouthwatering cuisine will keep you fuelled for Portugal’s fiesta calendar. It’s tempting to come here just to relax but, chances are, you’ll be dancing in the streets ’til dawn.
