4 days in Porto Itinerary

Called "Oporto" by many, the city of Porto along the Duoro River lent the country and Port wine their names. Portugal's second-largest metropolis dates back to the 4th century, representing both a rich cultural past and industrial present through its architecture and style.

For shopping fun, head to Livraria Lello or Mercado Bom Sucesso. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Largo da Oliveira and Palacio da Bolsa. Get out of town with these interesting Porto side-trips: Arco da Porta Nova (in Braga) and Guimaraes (Guimaraes Castle & Paco dos Duques de Braganca). The adventure continues: pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Santa Clara, snap pictures at Ponte de Dom Luis I, contemplate the long history of Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), and don't miss a visit to Liberdade Square.

To see ratings, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Porto online trip builder.

If you are flying in from The Netherlands, the closest major aiport is Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport. January in Porto sees daily highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C at night.