Porto is one of the oldest tourist destinations in Europe and benefits from a privileged geographic location, complemented by a modern transport and communications network.The richness of its monumental and artistic heritage, Port Wine, numerous leisure facilities and its cultural attractions invite you to visit this contemporary and inspired city well-known for its hospitality.
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Porto’s historical centre, a World Heritage site, bears testimony to its medieval origins, portraying an image of unique beauty of its contemporary urban setting.
There are various ways to explore the historical centre and from here there are many routes that allow you to discover the other parts of the city. Whether travelling on foot, by bus, tram, funicular, car, mini-train, boat or even by metro, the choice is yours, as is the city.
In the Boavista area you will find numerous buildings of distinct architectural importance, as well as many trendy, up-market stores to choose from. Here you can enjoy a range of national and international food as well as local chefs’ specialities. A variety of accommodation is also available.
Within their boundaries, the areas of Campo Alegre, Palácio de Cristal and Miguel Bombarda offer a vast range of cultural resources, parks and gardens, diverse shops, bars and restaurants.
The river Douro, running alongside Porto from Freixo to Foz, has a privileged relationship with the city. Six impressive bridges of great architectural importance cross the river while the rivers banks allow for delightful walks or a well-deserved break in one of the many delightful terraces.
The Freixo Marina and the Ribeira quay welcome tourist and leisure boats, not to mention the chance to try the water sports on offer.
Foz is the part of the city where the river Douro ends and the Atlantic ocean begins. It is characterized by a stretch of beautiful beaches lining the sea.
Along the popular promenade, there are many nice terraces, varied restaurants and a selection of shops throughout Avenida Brasil.
At the city limits, the Sea Life centre and the City Park are a nature lover´s delight.
It all happens in the city centre: local shopping, traditional markets, monuments, cafés, restaurants of all varieties and entertainment of every kind that is available at all hours.
On Avenida dos Aliados, headed by the City Hall, many cultural, sporting and leisure events take place. Some of these include concerts, themed markets and even rallies, which often attract many of Porto´s residents and tourists.