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9 Days in Porto: A Journey of Sights and Flavors

Dana Moore

28 Nov 2023

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Embark on a 9-day adventure in Porto, Portugal, where you'll discover stunning gardens, historic landmarks, and delectable cuisine. From charming cafes to breathtaking viewpoints, this itinerary is designed to immerse you in the vibrant culture of Porto.

Trip to Porto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coastal Delights and Sushi Sensations

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$0

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$ 4

Castelo do Queijo

Turreted 17th-century fort with cannons, sitting on a prominent rock overlooking the beach.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Porto Cathedral

Hilltop Romanesque cathedral, with a fortress-like interior, a rose window & Gothic cloisters.

No time set

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Free

Day 2Urban Parks and Majestic Bridges

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$22

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$ 4

Mix Pão

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Parque da Cidade do Porto

City park with sports fields, sand volleyball courts, dining options & cycling & walking paths.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Ponte da Arrábida

Landmark arch bridge over the Douro River, with guided climbs to the top offered by a local company.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

22 - 33 min

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Directions

Restaurante Casa d'Oro

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Day 3Hidden Courtyards and Artistic Escapes

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$40

Pateo de Tanger

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Parque de Serralves

18-hectare park, part of the Serralves Foundation, with formal gardens, wooded areas & sculptures.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Tourigalo

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 4Coffee Culture and Botanical Wonders

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$57

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$ 4

Starbucks

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Clerigos Church and Tower

Baroque church with a marble altarpiece & a 75-m bell tower that is a symbol of Porto.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Jardim Botânico do Porto | Museu de História Natural e da Ciência da U.Porto

Botanical & formal gardens with an elegant, 19th-century mansion, pond & paths through an arboretum.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

16 - 23 min

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Directions

Restaurante Casa d'Oro

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$14

Day 5Tea Time and Scenic Gardens

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$36

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$ 4

Rota do Chá

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Jardins do Palácio de Cristal

Landscaped gardens designed in the 19th century offering fountains, paths & Douro River views.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Luís I Bridge

Arched bridge carrying low-level road & a high-level metro line between Porto & Vila Nove de Gaia.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Ponte Pensil Bar, Oporto, Portugal.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 6Literary Treasures and Garden Strolls

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$56

Padaria Ribeiro

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$14

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Livraria Lello

Lavishly designed historic book store with an art nouveau exterior & a winding wooden staircase.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$18

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Jardim da Cordoaria

Small, historic urban park with a serene vibe featuring a variety of trees, plants & sculptures.

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Miradouro da Vitória

Scenic overlook offering picturesque views of city buildings, bridges & the river below.

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Confeitaria São Domingos

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 7Gastronomic Delights and Maritime Discoveries

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$86

Restaurante Alfândega Douro

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

1 - 2 min

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Directions

World of Discoveries

Museum with an eatery, a theme ride & exhibits exploring the history of early Portuguese navigators.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$38

9 - 14 min

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Directions

SAOM - Restaurante Torreão

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 8Coffeehouses and Architectural Marvels

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$86

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$ 4

Negra Café Boavista

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Casa da Música

Iconic 12-floor concert hall & top floor restaurant designed by Rem Koolhaas & completed in 2005.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

10 - 12 min

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Directions

Bolsa Palace

Huge, 19th-century landmark building with rooms for private events, a restaurant & guided tours.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Mistu

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 9Monastic Serenity and Cable Car Views

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$40

My Coffee Porto

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

16 - 23 min

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Directions

Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar

Former monastery dating to the 1500s, set on a hilltop & notable for its round church & cloister.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Jardim do Morro

A cable car leads to this hilltop green space with benches & a grove of palm trees at the summit.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Esplanada do Teleférico

A Esplanada é um wine bar com uma vista soberba sobre o Rio Douro. Aqui terá uma experiência única ao desfrutar de uma das melhores vistas do mundo enquanto prova alguns dos mais requintados vinhos do Porto.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Budget breakdown: $439 In total

Activities & Food:$422

Transport:$17