The plan at a glance
| Day | Programme | See |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ribeira, cathedral, Stock Exchange, Dom Luís I Bridge | Porto in 3 days |
| 2 | São Bento, Clérigos, Lello, Bolhão | Porto in 3 days |
| 3 | Gaia, cellars and sunset | Porto in 3 days |
| 4 | Day trip | below |
Where to sleep: for this itinerary, stay in Baixa, São Bento station, the Clérigos Tower and the Livraria Lello are all within walking distance. See for example hotels with free cancellation in Baixa, and compare the other areas in our guide on where to stay in Porto.
Which day trip for day 4?
| Excursion | Who for | Indicative duration |
|---|---|---|
| Douro Valley | wine and scenery lovers | full day, 6 to 10 h |
| Guimarães and Braga | history and sanctuaries | full day |
| Aveiro | canals and beach, a quiet day | half day to full day |
| Peneda-Gerês park | nature, waterfalls | full day |
The Douro is the default choice. If you have been before or do not like wine, Guimarães and Braga can also be done by train and bus (see transport in Porto). By car, see the Douro by rental car.
Variants
- Rain on day 4: swap with day 3 and choose a dry day for the excursion.
- Art lover: replace half a day with the Serralves foundation.
- Sea: add the Foz for an afternoon.
Budget
Count the three city days on foot, plus the excursion: €49 to €75 per person for the Douro. For the rest, Porto travel budget.
Going further
To adjust: Porto in 2 days, a weekend in Porto and where to stay in Porto.
