5 Days in Porto: Exploring the Magic of Portugal

Chris D'Onofrio

29 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant city of Porto, where ancient marvels meet modern wonders. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in art and culture, and indulge in the local cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Porto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Musical Delights and Architectural Wonders

$40

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

13 - 16 min

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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4 - 5 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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12 - 18 min

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

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$12

Day 2Serenity in Nature and Contemporary Art

$10

$ 4

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Serralves

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

11 - 14 min

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Parks, Sea Life, and a Castle by the Sea

$15

$ 2

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

11 - 14 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

8 - 12 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Bridges, Cathedrals, and Breathtaking Views

$19

$ 2

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

16 - 20 min

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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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$19

20 - 29 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Cultural Districts and Botanical Beauty

$ 4

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

20 - 24 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 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.

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Budget breakdown: $103 In total

Activities & Food:$90

Transport:$14