Port
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Aventura extrema en Port: Adrenalina pura

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City
3 days
Portugal
City: Port

Porto, Portugal's second city, sits on the steep banks of the Douro River. It is a city with a strong character and a captivating atmosphere, where an old town declared a World Heritage Site coexists with contemporary architecture. World famous for its port wine, iron bridges and colorful Ribeira houses, Porto offers a mix of rustic charm, a rich commercial history and a thriving food and cultural scene.

Recommended stay: 3 days
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A spectacular urban environment, defined by the deep gorge of the Douro River and the architecture that hangs from its slopes.

Excursiones

Day Trips

Douro Valley (Douro)

One of the oldest and most beautiful wine regions in the world. Take a tour by boat, train or car to see the terraced vineyards and visit the 'quintas' (wine estates).

Guimaraes

Considered the 'cradle of Portugal', as it was the birthplace of the country's first king. Its historic center is a World Heritage Site.

Panty

The religious center of Portugal, with an impressive cathedral and the famous sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, with its spectacular baroque staircase.

Aveiro

Known as the 'Venice of Portugal' for its canals crossed by colorful 'moliceiros' boats and its Art Nouveau buildings.

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Nature

95

A spectacular urban environment, defined by the deep gorge of the Douro River and the architecture that hangs from its slopes.

The views of the Ribeira neighborhood from Vila Nova de Gaia are iconic.The mouth of the Duero in the Atlantic.The rugged beauty of the river banks.

Safety

80

One of the safest cities in Europe.

Very low crime rates.You can walk safely through almost all areas, even at night.
The usual precautions against theft in crowded areas apply, but it is rare.

Transport

85

A good metro, bus and historic tram system that effectively covers the city.

The metro is modern, clean and connects to the airport.The Guindais Funicular bridges the gap between the Ribeira and the upper part.The Andante card is practical and economical.
The network is less dense than in larger cities; Walking is still key.
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Tips for Adventure

The best views are in Gaia

Although it is another city, Vila Nova de Gaia is part of the Porto experience. Walk along its riverbank and climb to Jardim do Morro to get the most spectacular views of the Ribeira, especially at sunset.

Walk through the Foz

Take the historic tram no. 1 to Foz do Douro, where the river meets the ocean. It is a beautiful walk to see a different and more elegant side of the city.

'Porto' vs 'Oporto'

The name of the city is 'Porto'. 'Oporto' is the exonym in Spanish, derived from 'o Porto' (the port). Locals simply call it 'Porto'.

Proud and kind people

The people of Portuá are known for their direct, hard-working and very welcoming character. They are proud of their city and their accent.

Tap Water

The tap water is drinkable and of good quality.

It is very safe

Porto is an exceptionally safe city. Normal precautions are more than enough.

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