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Discover the Charm of Porto: A 2-Day Itinerary

Luisa Chaves

Luisa Chaves

29 Oct 2023

Embark on a memorable journey through the vibrant city of Porto, Portugal. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this enchanting destination.

Trip to Porto

Day 1
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$356

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$ 20

Luís I Bridge
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 - 11 min

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Bolsa Palace
Huge, 19th-century landmark building with rooms for private events, a restaurant & guided tours.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
10 - 12 min

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Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
Landscaped gardens designed in the 19th century offering fountains, paths & Douro River views.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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O Forno do Leitao do Ze
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$114
3 - 4 min

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Mercado Bom Sucesso
Bright indoor market offering fresh produce, clothing & local food stalls & cultural performances.
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
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$15
4 - 6 min

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Casa da Música
Iconic 12-floor concert hall & top floor restaurant designed by Rem Koolhaas & completed in 2005.
3:45 PM - 5:15 PM
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$75
5 - 8 min

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Leitaria da Quinta do Paço
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$114
8 - 10 min

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Parque das Virtudes
Small, split-level garden popular for picnics & views over Porto & the Douro River valley at sunset.
No time set
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Free
Day 2
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$297

Mercado do Bolhão
Historic, bi-level market in a neoclassical building with vendors selling produce & prepared foods.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$15
10 - 15 min

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Livraria Lello
Lavishly designed historic book store with an art nouveau exterior & a winding wooden staircase.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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$54
3 - 4 min

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Igreja do Carmo
Connected to its twin church by a house, this baroque church has a well-known tiled side facade.
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Monument Church Of St Francis
14th-century Franciscan church with remarkable interiors including baroque altarpieces & gilt wood.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Petisqueira Voltaria
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$108
6 - 9 min

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Porto Cathedral
Hilltop Romanesque cathedral, with a fortress-like interior, a rose window & Gothic cloisters.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Jardim do Morro
A cable car leads to this hilltop green space with benches & a grove of palm trees at the summit.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Barris do Douro
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$120

Budget breakdown: $673 In total

Activities & Food:$653
Transport:$20