Porto: A Journey Through Time and Culture

Pavel Spicak

30 Dec 2023

Embark on an 8-day adventure through the vibrant city of Porto, where ancient marvels meet modern culture. Discover architectural wonders, immerse yourself in the local history, and indulge in the flavors of Portugal. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Porto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Literary Delights and Architectural Wonders

$31

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$18

4 - 5 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

12 - 18 min

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Chapel famous for its exterior of blue & white tiles painted with scenes from the lives of saints.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 2Bridges, Monasteries, and Football Legends

$24

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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High-tech soccer museum with multimedia displays, FC Porto memorabilia & stadium tours.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$24

Day 3Unveiling the Best of Porto's Cultural District

Cluster of museums, restaurants & bars in cellars, telling the story of Porto's port wine industry.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

24 - 35 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 4Gardens, Bridges, and Natural History

$13

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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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.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

11 - 14 min

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Landscaped 1800s garden, home to a Franciscan convent, lavish fountain & Art Nouveau-tiled restroom.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Discoveries and Serenity in Porto

$38

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$38

16 - 23 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Contemporary Art and Underwater Wonders

$50

$ 4

Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Serralves

Major modern art collection in minimalist white galleries, plus performances of music & dance.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

10 - 12 min

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Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$30

Day 7Nature's Retreat and a Castle by the Sea

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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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

Day 8A Stroll Through the Enchanting Serralves Park

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $165 In total

Activities & Food:$155

Transport:$10