Porto is a city that truly delights its visitors — especially when it comes to food. Beyond iconic specialties such as codfish, fresh seafood, wines, and traditional desserts, Portugal is known for its generous table culture, where meals are meant to be shared and enjoyed.
Classic Portuguese dishes can easily be found in traditional tascas and local restaurants across the city.
Must-try local dishes:
Cozido à Portuguesa
Traditional meat and vegetable stew
Tripas à Moda do Porto
Porto’s signature dish with tripe, meats and beans
Francesinha
Porto’s iconic “sandwich”
Cervejaria Brasão
Rua de Ramalho Ortigão 28, 4000-407 Porto
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Lado B Café
Rua de Passos Manuel 190 Frente, 4000-382 Porto
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Café Santiago
Rua de Passos Manuel 226, 4000-382 Porto
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Taberna D’Avó
R. de São Bento da Vitória 48, 4050-542 Porto
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Taberninha do Manel (Gaia riverfront)
Av. de Diogo Leite 308, 4400-111 Vila Nova de Gaia
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Casa Nanda
Rua da Alegria 394, 4000-035 Porto
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In Vila Nova de Gaia, the WOW – World of Wine district brings together several modern dining experiences:
PIP
Burgers, pizzas, and salads
Rua do Barão de Forrester 412, 4400-034 Vila Nova de Gaia
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Root & Vine
Vegetarian-focused cuisine
Rua do Choupelo 39, 4400-088 Vila Nova de Gaia
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T&C
Portuguese classics with a modern twist
Rua do Choupelo, 4400-088 Vila Nova de Gaia
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1828
Premium meats and stunning views over Porto
Rua do Choupelo 39, 4400-088 Vila Nova de Gaia
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Baixa, Porto’s historic downtown, sits at the highest part of the city and includes key landmarks:
Livraria Lello
One of the world’s most beautiful bookstores
Rua das Carmelitas 144, 4050-161 Porto
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Clérigos Tower
Panoramic 360° city view
Rua de São Filipe de Nery, 4050-546 Porto
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Jardim das Oliveiras
Perfect for a short break
Cordoaria, 4050-367 Porto
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Discover Porto’s commercial heart:
Rua de Santa Catarina
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Rua das Flores
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Mercado do Bolhão
Traditional market with local products, ideal for souvenirs
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Depart from Cais da Ribeira
Approx. 50 minutes
Pass under all bridges connecting Porto and Gaia
Take the Gaia Cable Car to the top of the city and enjoy:
Jardim do Morro
Monastery of Serra do Pilar
From here, watch the sunset over the Douro River as the city turns golden — the perfect way to end your day.
São Bento Railway Station
Famous for its blue tile panels
São Bento, Praça de Almeida Garrett, 4000-069 Porto
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Capela das Almas
iconic tiled façade
Rua de Santa Catarina 428, 4000-124 Porto
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One of Porto’s most vibrant areas, Ribeira offers:
Colorful historic houses
Riverside bars and restaurants
Stunning Douro River views
Porto’s most iconic bridge features two walkable levels:
Lower deck – connects Ribeira to Gaia
Upper deck – best panoramic views
Highlight: walk across the upper deck at sunset — a must-do experience.