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From the most beautiful bookstore in the world to the legendary cachorros: 18 must-do experiences you have to live at least once in Porto

Have you always lived in Porto, or have you been here for a few years? Either way, there are certainly things you’ve never done. For example, have you climbed the…

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Just a stone’s throw from Porto, this abandoned sanatorium looks like the setting of a Stephen King horror novel—but it hides a breathtaking view

There are magical places near Porto, such as “secret islands”…
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The perfect excuse for a getaway to Lisbon in August: three days of music at Parque da Bela Vista with tickets starting at €65

If you still don’t know what to do this summer, the MEO KALORAMA festival is an…
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A neon light concert, free exhibitions, and a world-class museum: must-see plans for this weekend in Porto

Porto’s weekend plans feature cultural (and other) offerings for all tastes and ages. From exhibitions to…
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Every Wednesday, restaurants in the iconic Bolhão Market transform into authentic Fado houses
The rare phenomenon in the UNESCO geopark just an hour from Porto: rocks that “give birth” in a dreamlike landscape

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The unexplored destination just a stone’s throw from Porto: discover the municipality that is home to a 22-hectare hill fort, windmills in the countryside, and an imposing sanctuary

Writing about Porto is our mission day after day. However, we increasingly want to introduce you to other places that can be an excellent idea for a family outing or…
Luxury brunch, egg hunts, markets, and activities for the whole family: the best plans for Easter in Porto and the surrounding area

Spring has just begun, and we’re already counting down to the sweetest time of the year. Another occasion when families…
Forget the obvious itineraries: 4 “secret” micro-experiences in Porto for those who want to escape the tourist crowds

They say Porto cannot be explained, it must be felt. And we couldn’t agree more. After all, Invicta is one…
The Camellia Trail and 15 other must-do activities to enjoy the sunny days in Porto this spring

It’s official— spring has arrived. With the most beautiful season of the year come…

From the most beautiful bookstore in the world to the legendary cachorros: 18 must-do experiences you have to live at least once in Porto

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Primavera Sound Porto 2026: The XX, Gorillaz, and Massive Attack among the highlights

The ‘Disneyland’ of the North is located in the Porto district: it has pools, slides, a roller coaster, and tickets starting at €14

From free exhibitions to the highly anticipated Francesinha Festival: the best plans to enjoy the longer days of April in Porto

This major literary festival returns to Matosinhos: ten days of free admission featuring Mia Couto, Valter Hugo Mãe, and workshops for children

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Just a stone’s throw from Porto, this abandoned sanatorium looks like the setting of a Stephen King horror novel—but it hides a breathtaking view

The perfect excuse for a getaway to Lisbon in August: three days of music at Parque da Bela Vista with tickets starting at €65

A neon light concert, free exhibitions, and a world-class museum: must-see plans for this weekend in Porto

Every Wednesday, restaurants in the iconic Bolhão Market transform into authentic Fado houses

The rare phenomenon in the UNESCO geopark just an hour from Porto: rocks that “give birth” in a dreamlike landscape

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Neither Lisbon nor Porto: Portugal’s happiest city is just a stone’s throw from Porto and has made it into the world’s top 70

Did you go to Livraria Lello and find the door closed? The National Monument is closed until April 19

Porto’s new festival, which brings together Margaret Atwood and two Nobel Prize winners in Literature, has an unprecedented entry rule: the ticket is a book

For the second consecutive year, Porto has been crowned the best destination in Europe for a girls’ getaway (with Lisbon coming in a close second)

Midnight fireworks and a free concert by Carlão: the full program to celebrate the 52nd anniversary of April 25 in the heart of Porto

Secret Guides

The unexplored destination just a stone’s throw from Porto: discover the municipality that is home to a 22-hectare hill fort, windmills in the countryside, and an imposing sanctuary

Luxury brunch, egg hunts, markets, and activities for the whole family: the best plans for Easter in Porto and the surrounding area

Forget the obvious itineraries: 4 “secret” micro-experiences in Porto for those who want to escape the tourist crowds

The Camellia Trail and 15 other must-do activities to enjoy the sunny days in Porto this spring