As in other cities, there are saunas in Porto where you can relax your body and mind after an intense week at work. These spaces are very famous, especially in the Nordic countries. However, their use has spread and they are now a common sight everywhere.
According to an article in Sapo Lifestyle, there are several health benefits, such as: relief from some pains; improved blood circulation and even breathing, among others. Saunas in Porto are integrated into spas and gyms, hotel wellness centers and more. Shall we take a look at some of these options?
Mirra Porto SPA
With a rating of 4.9 on Google (out of more than 900 reviews), the Mirra Porto Spa is an option to consider for those looking to relax in a sauna.
In this space suitable for friends, couples or families, you can enjoy the best of the Finnish sauna, with the right to an authentic Azorean coffee or tea.
Where: Rua de Alferes Malheiro, 199
Opening hours: every day from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
More information and tickets: here
Satsanga Spa at Vila Galé Porto
Located about ten minutes’ walk from Rua de Santa Catarina, Vila Galé Porto is a well-known four-star hotel. Here, you can enjoy a relaxing sauna session and much more at the Satsanga Spa. And you don’t have to be a guest to enjoy the wellness services.
All you have to do is book in advance. For example, if you opt for the Water Circuit (€15 for adults; €7.50 for children), this already includes access to the sauna, heated indoor pool, Turkish bath and more.
Where: Avenida de Fernão de Magalhães, no. 7
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
More information: porto.spa@vilagale.com / +(351) 222 191 830
Axis Porto Business & Spa Hotel
Outside the center of Porto, in the municipality of Matosinhos, the Axis Porto Business & Spa Hotel opens its spa services to external customers, i.e. those who are not staying at the hotel.
In this context, for those looking to enjoy the sauna, this is an option to consider. This activity is part of the Water Circuit. For €25, for two hours, you also have access to the heated swimming pool. The spa also has specific prices for massages.
If you want to book an individual or accompanied relaxation session and you’re not staying at the hotel, you’ll need to make a reservation in advance.
Where: Rua Maria Feliciana, 100, São Mamede de Infesta
Opening hours for external guests: Monday to Friday
More information: +(351) 22 905 2000
Oca Flores Boutique Hotel Porto
We’ve already mentioned this four-star hotel, located right in the center of Porto, for its spa services. But it deserves another mention, as it is one of the hotels that is open to external clients.
For those looking to enjoy a sauna session in Porto, the Oca Flores Hotel Boutique is another option to consider. For €15, for one hour, you can enjoy the best of the sauna, Turkish bath and even a Roman bath in the pool.
Where: Rua das Flores, 139
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
More information: (+351) 22 976 9300 (prior reservation is recommended)
Solinca
Solinca is a chain of gyms with several establishments in Portugal, and Greater Porto is no exception. If you want to have sauna sessions frequently, without having to go to hotels, the Solinca Classic range could be a solution.
In addition to all the usual fitness services, the Solinca Classic range includes a sauna, Turkish bath, jacuzzi and swimming pool. At the same time, you can also benefit from classes in an aquatic environment. In Porto, there are spaces of this type in Constituição, Avenida da Boavista, the Dragão area and Foz.
Where: various locations
More information: www.solinca.pt
Editor’s note: the order presented in this article is random and is only intended to be a basic guide for those looking for sauna options in Porto. If you have any other suggestions, please send them to our Facebook or Instagram!