As you may have noticed, at Porto Secreto we’re always looking for the best plans to make the most of the city. Around here, our ‘eyes’ are divided between restaurants, exhibitions and much more. However, how about an itinerary of free (or almost free) things to do in Porto?
In this list you’ll find free or affordable tips so you can enjoy Invicta without emptying your wallet. There are many options, so just choose your favorite plan. Or keep an eye on our website. I’m sure you’ll find something you like!
Table Of Contents
- 1 - Visit the Portuguese Center of Photography
- 2 - Take part in free outdoor classes
- 3 - Stroll through the Urban Markets
- 4 - Studying or working in a library
- 5 - Immerse yourself in an urban art itinerary
- 6 - Visit the Botanical Garden of Porto
- 7 - Have a picnic
- 8 - Enjoying the thousand charms of Serralves
1 – Visit the Portuguese Center of Photography
You may not know it, but you can visit the Portuguese Center of Photography for free. There are temporary, permanent and traveling exhibitions.
If you want, you can also book a group visit. All you have to do is make an appointment by e-mail, by filling in the following form. Find out more at website for all the detailed information you need to know.
It’s a good idea to get a group of friends together and visit the jail where Camilo Castelo Branco was.
📍Largo Amor de Perdição, Porto
2 – Take part in free outdoor classes
Between May and October, at weekends there are free yoga and tai chi classes, pilates and the possibility of practicing the De Rose Method in Porto’s gardens and parks .
This is a municipal initiative which, although free to attend, requires prior registration via e-mail to desporto@agoraporto.pt by 5:30 p.m. each Friday.
In the message, it is important that you indicate your name and the desired session. More information: here.
📍Various locations
3 – Stroll through the Urban Markets
There are several markets scattered around the city, such as the Mercado da Alegria in the Passeio Alegre Gardens, or the Mercado da Batalha, in the Batalha Square.
A way to support local crafts and businesses, but also to take a walk in the fresh air.
📍Various locations
4 – Studying or working in a library
One of the free things to do in Porto, for example, is to immerse yourself in one of the city’s libraries. You can choose to go there to devour books, study or even work.
Some of the options are the Almeida Garrett Library or the Porto Municipal Public Library.
📍Various locations
5 – Immerse yourself in an urban art itinerary
Urban art is increasingly present in Porto, making its presence felt in various nooks and crannies. That’s why we leave you with a suggested itinerary for the days without rain!
📍Various locations
6 – Visit the Botanical Garden of Porto
Visiting the Porto Botanical Garden is one of the best free things to do in Porto. It is one of the most beautiful green spaces in the city and has a very interesting history.
What’s more, her past is linked to one of the greatest Portuguese writers of all time: Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen.
Touring every corner of the Botanical Garden is an excellent idea for days of spring but also for a romanticdate.
📍Rua do Campo Alegre, 1191
7 – Have a picnic
Spending quality time outdoors, among friends, family or with your partner is always a good plan… and also one of the best free things to do in Porto.
So how about taking advantage of the arrival of spring and having a picnic? After all, it’s something that doesn’t pay tax yet.
Humor aside, the truth is that there are several places in Porto where you can have a picnic, such as Parque da Cidade.
📍Various locations
8 – Enjoying the thousand charms of Serralves
Did you know that you can visit Serralves for free? Yes, it’s true! Every first Sunday of the month, from 10:00 to 13:00.
📍R. Dom João de Castro, 210
