Porto
Port guide: Porto, Portugal
Portugal’s second-largest city, once known only for commerce, has acquired new-found fun in lively arts and nightlife scenes, and has a gloriously scenic setting.
- by Brian Johnston
This timeless hotel combines history, design and craftsmanship
Five historic buildings brought seamlessly up-to-date provide a place for people to slow down and connect in this charming Porto hotel.
- by Karen McCartney
The charming riverside wine region in the midst of a craft beer boom
Viticulture has long dominated Portugal’s second city, but travellers who prefer beer (cerveja) are increasingly merry here.
- by Steve McKenna
★★★★
Hotel reviews
An Instagrammer’s dream, this hotel is almost too cool for its own good
This Porto, Portugal, hotel stays on the right side of being the preserve of hipsters, while offering some of the best views in the city.
- by Jamie Lafferty
Portugal cruise with Silversea: Exploring Vila Nova de Gaia, the home of Port wine
Porto quickly has you under its spell. But my plan is to leave Porto immediately. My target instead is Vila Nova de Gaia.
- by Steve McKenna
Scenic Azure Portugal cruise: At port in a picture-book city
A meander through the majestic Douro Valley on a luxury river cruise ship begins in Portugal's history-rich second city.
- by Mark Chipperfield
Lisbon versus Porto in Portugal: Stunning cities, close ties, bitter rivals
Lisbon and Porto are like beautiful, warring siblings, both vying for attention.
- by Sue Williams
Porto, Portugal: Where temptation will get the better of you
There is temptation everywhere you go in this Portuguese city.
- by Catherine Marshall
Things to do in Porto, Portugal: A three minute guide
A wonderful, bargainous place to eat and – especially – drink.
- by David Whitley
Europe's most romantic cities, besides Paris
There are plenty of other beautiful cities for travellers looking for a romantic setting, writes Ute Junker.
- by Ute Junker
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