One Week in Porto - Discovering Portugal's Northern Gem
This itinerary covers Porto's rich history, impressive architecture, and lively culture, taking you through its most iconic neighborhoods, world-famous wine regions, and scenic landscapes.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Historic Downtown Exploration
Morning: Walking tour of Ribeira district(Wear comfortable walking shoes)
Afternoon: Visit São Bento Railway Station and admire its historic azulejo tiles (Free entry, impressive architecture)
Evening: Dinner at traditional Portuguese restaurant in Ribeira (Try bacalhau or francesinha)
Day 2: Port Wine and Douro River
Morning: Port wine cellar tour in Vila Nova de Gaia(Book a tasting experience)
Afternoon: Douro River cruise (Choose a 1-2 hour scenic tour)
Evening: Sunset at Dom Luís I Bridge(Best photography spot in Porto)
Day 3: Cultural and Artistic Porto
Morning: Explore Serralves Museum and Gardens (Modern art and beautiful landscaping)
Afternoon: Visit Igreja do Carmo and its impressive side facade (Remarkable baroque architecture)
Evening: Fado music performance in traditional venue (Book in advance)
Day 4: Day Trip to Douro Valley
Morning: Guided wine tour in Douro Valley (Include vineyard visits and wine tastings)
Afternoon: Scenic drive through wine region (impressive landscape views)
Evening: Traditional Portuguese dinner in a quinta (wine estate) (Try local specialties)