The Livraria Lello is one of the oldest bookstores in Portugal and famous for its interior decorated with beautiful wooden stairs, art nouveau-style architecture and stained glass windows.
A beautiful and ancient cathedral located in the charming old town. Built-in Romanesque style, it offers a beautiful view over the Douro River and the city.
Rui Paula DOP is one of the best restaurants in town, known for their contemporary Portuguese cuisine that features fresh seasonal ingredients of the Douro Valley Region.
São Francisco Church is a Gothic church in Porto that was built in the 14th century. The church is famous for its Baroque decoration, especially the gold-leaf style, which covers almost all the surfaces.
A modern concert hall designed by Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas. It has a unique contemporary design and offers a wide range of events, from free concerts to operas and other performances.
Travelers can walk to most of the locations in the itinerary since they are all located within a 1-mile radius. Taxis and rideshare services are also available options. A day pass for public transport costs $8.00 and may be useful if the traveler plans to explore other areas of the city.
If the traveler has more time, they can explore the nearby Porto beaches, such as Matosinhos or Foz. If they have less time, they can skip lunch at Rui Paula DOP and go for a casual meal at one of the local food markets.
Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) is the main airport in Porto and is located about 7.5 miles (12 km) from the city center. The airport offers international flights to various destinations in Europe and overseas.