Filipa Santos Sousa, autor em Porto Secreto

I have a degree and a Master's in Information and Journalism. I have been dedicating my time professionally to the world of writing for over ten years. I'm passionate about history and travel. ✉️ filipa.santossousa@feverup.com

The opera “Rigoletto” premiered 175 years ago; on October 29, a new production arrives at the Coliseu Porto Ageas with tickets ranging from €15 to €45

In nine days, the stage at the Coliseu Porto Ageas will take on a new tone. On October 29, at 9:00 p.m., a new production of Giuseppe Verdi’s “Rigoletto”—one of the most intense operas in the repertoire...

Halley’s Comet won’t return until 2061, but its fragments will streak across the sky at 66 kilometers per second; find out when (and how) to observe the peak of the Orionid meteor shower in Porto

After the modest Draconids, fall has one of its most fascinating astronomical events in store for us: the Orionid meteor shower. Active through November 7, it is expected to peak on the night of October 2...

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In 1869, the Porto Customs House opened to regulate goods on the Douro River; 157 years later, the national monument is hosting an event featuring more than 350 wines and 40 producers

There are buildings that help tell the very story of Invicta—and one such example is the Porto Customs House. Built on the former Miragaia beach, it was designed to receive and inspect goods entering and...

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In the heart of Porto’s UNESCO-designated Historic Center: discover one of the oldest monuments, cloisters decorated with azulejos, and spectacular views

Porto’s Historic Center was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. This area features several of the city’s landmarks, such as the entire Ribeira district, the Palácio da Bolsa, and, of course,...

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“The only musical on ice in northern Portugal” comes to MAR Shopping Matosinhos with the magic of Rapunzel and a cast featuring familiar faces from Netflix and TVI

Christmas in Matosinhos once again features an ice stage. From November 14, 2026, to January 10, 2027, MAR Shopping Matosinhos will host “Rapunzel—The Musical on Ice,” a show that combines music, theate...

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A boat on the Douro River turns into a haunted house for 2 hours: the October 31 party costs €29 and cruises under Porto’s bridges

This year, Halloween in Porto can be celebrated on the water. On the night of October 31, a boat transformed into a floating haunted house will cruise the Douro River for two hours, featuring a DJ, a ma...

Plenergy opened its first station in 2015; 11 years later, it arrives in Porto with its 23rd station and fuel that’s 10% cheaper

High fuel prices have been taking a toll on Portuguese households’ budgets, with no signs that the sector will ease up anytime soon. As a result, low-cost gas stations are increasingly becoming a reali...

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In 1952, the Bom Sucesso Market opened in Porto; more than 70 years later, the 40-store complex is home to the new Angry Box, featuring 11 Detroit-style pizzas

If you’re looking for a unique pizza in Porto, the Bom Sucesso Market in Boavista has a new spot for you to try. Angry Box has opened its doors and serves Detroit-style pizzas: thick, fluffy crust, ferm...

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In 2000, the Santo Inácio Zoo opened its doors in Gaia to protect animal life; more than 20 years later, the largest park in the North comes alive at night with the “Luzes Selvagens” exhibition

The light installations that have already become a winter classic are returning to Avintes. It is at the Santo Inácio Zoo, in Vila Nova de Gaia, that the immersive exhibition “Luzes Selvagens” comes to l...

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Scared out of your wits? The ultimate Halloween itinerary in Porto features epic pub crawls around Fonte dos Leões, cemeteries, and a “witches’ cauldron” dinner for 56€

We’re already counting down to Halloween, but you still don’t know what to do for Halloween in Porto? Don’t worry—whether you’re indoors or out, October 31 is a day to celebrate, whether at a themed part...