Discover Porto’s 200 best Unhurried Traveller spots for your trip

Livraria Lello

★ 4.0 · 88,537 reviews

Queue up for Livraria Lello, Porto's celebrated bookshop with an art nouveau facade. Climb its winding wooden staircase and browse shelves in a space many visitors come just to photograph.

Jardim do Morro

★ 4.7 · 36,229 reviews

Climb up to Jardim do Morro in Vila Nova de Gaia for Porto's classic sunset viewpoint. Settle onto the hillside with a drink and watch the light fade across the Douro and the city opposite.

Clérigos Church

★ 4.6 · 13,650 reviews

Climb Clérigos Church and its iconic baroque bell tower, a symbol of Porto. Admire the marble altarpiece below, then ascend the narrow stairs for a 360-degree view across the city.

Luís I Bridge

★ 4.8 · 98,842 reviews

Cross the Luís I Bridge, the iron arch that defines the Douro skyline. Walk the upper deck between Porto and Gaia, taking in river views, riverside houses and the city rising above.

Estação de São Bento

★ 4.7 · 3,263 reviews

Pause at Estação de São Bento, where a working station doubles as a gallery of Portuguese history. Look up at the azulejo-covered walls of the entrance hall and trace the story told panel by panel.

Casa da Música

★ 4.6 · 21,637 reviews

Visit Casa da Música, Rem Koolhaas's bold concert hall in Porto's Boavista district. Tour the faceted interior or attend a concert in its acclaimed main auditorium, then head to the top-floor restaurant.

Majestic Café

★ 4.1 · 24,292 reviews

Step into Majestic Café, Porto's celebrated Belle Epoque coffee house. Take a seat beneath the chandeliers, order an affogato or a latte, and soak up the carved wood and mirrored interior at an unhurried pace.

Brasão Aliados

★ 4.6 · 17,478 reviews

Try Brasão Aliados, the central Porto restaurant famous for its francesinha. Join the buzz of the dining room and tuck into the city's signature layered sandwich.

Café Santiago

★ 4.4 · 18,596 reviews

Pull up a seat at Café Santiago, the Porto café that put the egg-topped francesinha on many visitors' lists. Split one of these towering sandwiches, add a beer, and see what the sauce is all about.

Bolhão Market

★ 4.5 · 36,640 reviews

Wander through Bolhão Market, Porto's much-loved food hall in a neoclassical building. Browse fresh seafood, fruit and prepared dishes downstairs, then head upstairs for craft stalls and a place to sit.

Palácio da Bolsa

★ 4.5 · 14,692 reviews

Step inside Palácio da Bolsa, the stock exchange built to dazzle Porto's visitors. A guided tour takes you through its decorated halls, painted ceilings and meeting rooms in about an hour.

Porto Cathedral

★ 4.6 · 39,543 reviews

Climb to Porto Cathedral, the Romanesque landmark watching over the old town. Step inside its stone interior, walk the Gothic cloisters and look for the rose window.

Do Norte Café by Hungry Biker | Brunch & Breakfast

★ 4.9 · 5,509 reviews

Step into Do Norte Café, a Hungry Biker brunch spot where the decor feels storybook-like. Share a signature brunch of scrambled eggs, smoked salmon and fresh vegetables served by notably friendly staff.

Casa Guedes Tradicional

★ 4.5 · 20,158 reviews

Stop at Casa Guedes Tradicional, the lively Porto sandwich house with a famous roast pork sandwich. Grab a seat, order the pernil, and add a drink for a fast, filling bite.

Ribeira Square

Wander into Ribeira Square, the beating heart of Porto's old riverside quarter. Pause by the 18th-century fountain, browse the shops and settle at an outdoor cafe.

Gazela

★ 4.6 · 7,547 reviews

Stop by Gazela, Porto's famous snack bar for the cachorrinho. Order a few of the small hot-dog sandwiches and a prego at the counter in a fast, no-frills room.

Floresta cafe by Hungry biker

★ 4.8 · 4,586 reviews

Start the day at Floresta Cafe on Rua das Flores, a cozy brunch address with a loyal following. Order salmon avocado toast or fruit-loaded waffles and enjoy attentive, welcoming service.

Zenith - Brunch & Cocktails Bar

★ 4.6 · 15,090 reviews

Start your Porto morning at Zenith, an all-day brunch and cocktail bar set in a warm industrial space. Order eggs Benedict or matcha and berry pancakes, and pair them with fresh juice, coffee or a cocktail.

Abadia do Porto

★ 4.5 · 5,723 reviews

Step into Abadia do Porto, a long-standing Porto restaurant known for traditional Portuguese cooking. Tuck into kid goat or grilled squid, finish with a classic dessert and pair it all with Portuguese wine.

Casa de Chá da Boa Nova

★ 4.6 · 1,340 reviews

Treat yourself to Casa de Chá da Boa Nova, the seaside fine-dining address in Leça da Palmeira. Work through a seafood-only tasting menu, with wine pairing, in a setting that is half the experience.

Adega São Nicolau

★ 4.3 · 4,051 reviews

Find Adega São Nicolau on a steep Porto alleyway, where tables spill onto the steps. Share grilled sardines and other homestyle Portuguese plates in a cosy, unpretentious setting worth waiting for.

Six Bridges Cruise

★ 4.2 · 16,856 reviews

Hop aboard the Six Bridges Cruise, a traditional rabelo boat sailing between Porto and Gaia. Glide under six bridges while the audio guide points out the hillside houses and waterfront landmarks.

Eatery 119

★ 4.9 · 4,286 reviews

Brunch at Eatery 119 pairs inventive egg dishes with a celebrated pastry counter in central Porto. Try the Turkish eggs or poached egg on hash brown, then finish with a slice of cake.

Douro Valley Wine Tour with a Sommelier & Boat Trip

★ 5.0 · 832 reviews

Discover two wine regions in a single day with a sommelier at the wheel. Taste fifteen wines, enjoy a regional lunch, cruise the Douro near Pinhão and see a sabre opening a sparkling bottle.

Chapel of Souls

★ 4.6 · 11,992 reviews

Stop at the Chapel of Souls to see one of Porto's famous tiled facades. Study the blue and white azulejos telling the lives of saints, then step inside if it is open.

Antunes

★ 4.5 · 4,445 reviews

Grab a table at Antunes, a busy Porto restaurant that locals and visitors keep filling. Dig into the pork knee in a generous portion, then round things off with the cheesecake.

Manteigaria

★ 4.8 · 5,099 reviews

Queue up at Manteigaria, the Porto bakery devoted to the pastel de nata. Walk to the back to watch the bakers at work, then bite into a warm, freshly baked custard tart.

Pedro Lemos

★ 4.7 · 499 reviews

Step into Pedro Lemos, the Michelin-starred address where the evening begins before you reach the table. Enjoy drinks and snacks in the waiting area, then settle in for an unhurried, meticulously served tasting meal.

Lado B Café (Coliseu)

★ 4.5 · 5,422 reviews

Join the locals at Lado B Café, the lively Coliseu-area spot where Porto's francesinha is the main order. Dig into a towering, sauce-covered sandwich in a fast-moving, friendly dining room.

Restaurante Cantina 32

★ 4.3 · 3,663 reviews

Claim a table at Cantina 32, one of Porto's most popular Portuguese restaurants, ideally at opening time. Share the whole octopus in a stylish, relaxed room or at one of the sought-after outdoor tables.