50+ sights, attractions, and restaurants in the historical centers of Porto and Gaia.

Porto, Portugal

Porto Walking Tour Map🗺️ 

I loved this café! Perfect for brunch or afternoon tea. 🍰 

Have a drink on the famous Rua de Cândido dos Reis

Since my name is Kristin Wilson, I need to recommend this place. 😉 Good brunch spot. 

Named one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world, this is a must-see destination in Porto. The red staircase inside allegedly inspired J.K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter series of books. (She used to live in Porto.)

Pretty fountain next to a famous Instagram photo spot. 

Historic church with one of the narrowest homes in the world nestled inside. 

Perfect place to get a panoramic view of the city!

Quaint and picturesque walking street.🚶‍♂️

Art and sculpture museum connected to a church. 

Park and square with statue of Infante D. Henrique - an important Portuguese explorer who was born nearby. 

Quaint, historic hotel on the Rio Douro. 

Waterfront seafood restaurant with a view! 🐟 

Must-see square with dining and boat tours in the heart of Porto’s UNESCO area. 

Popular fine dining restaurant by the Ponte Luís Bridge. 🌉

Waterfront outdoor bar with a fantastic view of the Rio Douro and boats passing by. 🛥️ 

View spot along the bridge in Vila Nova de Gaia

Winebar and kitchen with typical, local food. 

Fantasy world full of canned sardines. Unique experience! 🐟 

The best place to sample a traditional codfish cake filled with cheese and take home a port wine glass souvenir. 🍷

Get a view of the area with a cable car ride to the top of the bridge. Five-minute ride for €9 and your ticket may include a free wine tasting in Gaia. 

Best spot to watch the sunset in Porto - popular with locals and tourists alike. 🌅

Monastery and view point by the Dom Luís bridge. 

Câmara Municipal do Porto

Vogue Café Porto

Bierhaus

Wilson Café

The Wall Bar

Plano B

Livraria Lello

Fonte dos Leões

Igreja do Carmo

Confeitaria Restaurante Primar

Loja da Universidade do Porto

Jardim das Oliveiras

Base Porto

Praça de Lisboa

Porto Walking Tour Map🗺️

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