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8 Days in Porto: A Journey Through History and Beauty

Herbert Miller

12 Jan 2024

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Embark on an unforgettable adventure in Porto, where ancient marvels and breathtaking beauty await. Discover the city's rich history, explore stunning landmarks, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture. Get ready for an extraordinary journey filled with unforgettable experiences.

Trip to Porto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Musical Delights and Serene Gardens

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$25

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$ 4

Casa da Música

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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$25

7 - 9 min

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Jardins do Palácio de Cristal

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 2Unveiling the World of Discoveries and Art

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$45

World of Discoveries

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 - 24 min

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National Museum Soares dos Reis

Art museum in an 18th-century palace with Flemish paintings, Portuguese sculpture & applied artwork.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$8

Day 3Literary Wonders and Architectural Gems

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$55

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$ 4

Livraria Lello

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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Clerigos Church and Tower

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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Church of Saint Ildefonso

Elegant 18th-century church whose facade is covered in blue & white tiles added in the 1930s.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Chapel of Souls

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

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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FC Porto Museum

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$24

Day 4Botanical Beauty and Majestic Monastery

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$25

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$ 4

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.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

9 - 11 min

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Bolsa Palace

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

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

23 - 34 min

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Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Iconic Bridges and Cultural District

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$0

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 - 12 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.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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WOW Porto - The Best Cultural District

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Cathedral Splendor and Photographic Treasures

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$8

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$ 7

Porto Cathedral

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Portuguese Centre of Photography

Museum with an exhibition program of contemporary, documentary & historical Portuguese photography.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$8

14 - 17 min

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Ponte da Arrábida

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

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Jardim do Passeio Alegre

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Contemporary Art and Serene Park

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$20

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$ 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

13 - 16 min

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Parque da Cidade do Porto

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 8Underwater Wonders and Park Retreat

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$30

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$ 4

SEA LIFE Centre Porto

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

10 - 12 min

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Parque de Serralves

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $230 In total

Activities & Food:$207

Transport:$23