Porto is synonymous with great food, nice people and authentic charm. The city is small, but it will surely stick in your memory. It has a population of 240,000 and it dates back to the year 300 BC. The old town has been listed a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996. When you arrive in Porto, you can take a look at the city from its own perspective. The Torre dos Clerigos will reveal a view of the entire city. There’s also a cathedral towering above it, which was built between the 12th and 13th century. It’s a combination of multiple styles and its interior hides beautiful windows, centuries old statues, wonderful ceramics and much more.
We recommend visiting the Port Wine Museum, Porto Tram Museum and, of course, the contemporary art gallery, since the building itself is magnificent to behold and there’s also a beautiful garden out front. In such as warm city, swimming is kind of a must. The local bus will take you to the beach where you can also learn to surf. And if your accommodation doesn’t include breakfast, you can visit the Mercado do Bolhão and enjoy its incredible offer. The market has been there since 1850.
You can begin the day with a cimbalino (espresso). A typical dish in Porto includes the “fracesinha”, a sandwich with various types of meat and a hot sauce. The recipe is still a secret. And while you’re at it, why not grab some petiscos, which are similar to the Spanish tapas and are perfect if you want to try multiple things in one serving. Of course, you should also try some of the wines, since that’s what Porto is well known for.
If you want to head out of Porto and explore other places in Portugal, you can check out Alenka’s excellent tips. She’s got quite a few travel candies in store. Even accommodation won’t be a problem anywhere in Portugal with the help of Portugal’s HI organisation, which will take care of cheap and care-free stay for you.
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