5-Day Foodie Itinerary in Porto, Portugal

  1. Day 1: Mercado do Bolhão
    10 minutes (0.8 miles) from Casa dos Guindais

    Spend the morning at one of Porto's most iconic markets, the Mercado do Bolhão. Here, you can find fresh seafood, cured meats, and a variety of produce. Be sure to try the local specialty, francesinha, at one of the food stalls.

  2. Day 2: Ribeira
    10 minutes (0.5 miles) from Mercado do Bolhão

    Stroll along the Douro River in Ribeira, one of Porto's oldest neighborhoods. Stop by the Taylors' Lodge, where you can take a tour and tastings of their famous port wine. End the evening with dinner at the Michelin-starred Casa de Chá da Boa Nova, known for its seafood-inspired menu.

  3. Day 3: Clerigos Tower and Lello Bookstore
    15 minutes (1.2 miles) from Casa de Chá da Boa Nova

    Start your day at the Clerigos Tower, an iconic Porto landmark that offers stunning views of the city. Then, head to the Lello Bookstore, known for its stunning architecture and as inspiration for Harry Potter's Hogwarts Library. End the day with Portuguese tapas and wine at Tapabento.

  4. Day 4: Vila Nova de Gaia
    30 minutes (2.0 miles) from Tapabento

    Cross the bridge over the Douro river to Vila Nova de Gaia and spend the afternoon touring the cellars of the famous port wine houses. Stop by the Ramos Pinto and Taylor's wine cellars to learn about the wine-making process and try some of their best wines.

  5. Day 5: Matosinhos
    20 minutes (5.5 miles) from Vila Nova de Gaia

    For your final day, head to Matosinhos, a coastal suburb known for its delicious seafood. Start with a visit to the Mercado Municipal de Matosinhos to try the fresh seafood, then head to the beach for a relaxing day in the sun. End the day with dinner at O Gaveto, a seafood restaurant renowned for its grilled fish and seafood rice.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Mercado do Bolhão (2 hours, free entrance)
  • Taylors Lodge (2-3 hours, 25 euros for tour and tasting)
  • Casa de Chá da Boa Nova (3 hours, 100 euros per person)
  • Clerigos Tower (1-2 hours, 6 euros entrance fee)
  • Lello Bookstore (1-2 hours, 5 euros entrance fee)
  • Tapabento (2 hours, 30 euros per person)
  • Ramos Pinto (2-3 hours, 15 euros for tour and tasting)
  • Taylor's (2-3 hours, 25 euros for tour and tasting)
  • Mercado Municipal de Matosinhos (2 hours, free entrance)
  • O Gaveto (2 hours, 50 euros per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 306 euros per person

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, consider taking a day trip to the nearby villages of Aveiro or Braga. If you have less time, skip the wine tours and spend more time exploring the neighborhoods of Porto.

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