A trip to Portugal is as much a culinary experience as it is a historical adventure. As more tourists flood this small country, one takeaway is becoming clear: Portuguese food is delicious. These five dishes are clear proof of that, and you can try them in Porto. Normally flavoured with garlic, wine and chilli pepper […]
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When visiting Porto, there is no shortage of sights, attractions and foods to keep you more than occupied. But another great reason to visit Porto is the chance to see more of northern Portugal using the city as a base. The number of different Porto day trips is probably immeasurable, but there are some that […]
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Whether you’re looking to experience café culture, visit independent shops or explore lesser-known areas, Porto is the place for you. Culture Trip spoke to people who live and work in Porto about why they love their city, to give you their top tips on visiting the second-largest Portuguese city. Strung over a series of hills […]
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Just like one of the region’s fine wines, Porto is a city that improves with each passing year. It’s slightly timeworn and weathered, but the grey skies and dated buildings add character, while the twinkling lights along the Douro River reflect off the water and illuminate the charming old city. Pair these features with the […]
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It may not be the biggest city in Europe or even Portugal, but Porto is climbing the ranks of popular places for tourists to visit. It might not be the biggest city in Europe – it’s not even the biggest in Portugal – however, the culture-centric, wine-loving, colorful locale that is Porto is quickly rising […]
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DON’T YOU DARE OVERLOOK PORTUGAL’S SECOND CITY… This 4th-century port and commercial centre founded by the Romans at the mouth of the river Duoro, actually lent its name to its country, and rightly so. Look deeper and you know how Porto (or Oporto) is the very essence of Portugal. Its a hilly town sans the […]
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Foodies, culture vultures and adventurous types will all find plenty to keep themselves occupied in Portugal’s vibrant northern capital. Porto is characterised by its medieval, Unesco-listed old town, the mighty Rio Douro and the local wine that gives Port its name. Expect beach promenades, the world’s most beautiful bookshop, vibrant markets and some impressive neoclassical […]
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The colors drew us to Porto. We’d been wowed by pictures of red roofs, blue and white tiles, and facades of all shades and wanted to see it for ourselves. So we spent a weekend in Porto, Portugal soaking it all in. It was February and having come from the grey cold Netherlands, sunny Porto […]
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So, what is Portugal known for? As you may have already known, Portugal is one of the oldest countries in Europe with its language being one of the most spoken in the world. However, while some people instantly associate several things with its neighbour Spain, Portugal is actually quite different in its own way, with […]
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You find this gem of a city in the northwest of Portugal, colorful buildings tumbling down the hillsides to the banks of the Rio Douro. Once an important port for merchant ships, Porto nowadays boasts a UNESCO-listed historic center, a burgeoning cultural scene, and an infectious laid-back vibe. The beauty is in the discovery here. […]
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