We can’t remember a time we were not in love with Porto! So, even when we’re away, our hearts are still there, missing all the little things that make this city so special. Here’s a rundown of the stuff we can’t wait to dive back into whenever we go back home. May it inspire you to enjoy your time in town to the fullest!

Top things to do in Porto

• Get up early to watch the sunrise at Palácio de Cristal Garden;
• Walk the dog at the beach and enjoy the rays of sunshine on our skin;
• Let the salty waters of the Atlantic Ocean set the tone for the day ahead;
• Listen to the birds at the Botanical Garden;
• Read in a book at Poetria;
• Sip a coffee at Guarany;
• Meet up with friends and travelers at Bolhão Market;
• Get ice cream at Santini;
• Enjoy a concert at Primavera Sound Festival;
• Attend a massive picnic at Parque da Cidade;
• Enjoy the amazing scenic views at Miradouro da Vitória;
• Climb Clérigos Tower;
• Jump from one Art Gallery to the other on the famous Miguel Bombarda street;
• Take the train at São Bento Train Station and explore the most beautiful cities in the north (and center) of the country;
• Grab some Portuguese craft beers and lupini beans and watch the sunset over the Douro river;
• Eat “Tripas à Moda do Porto” the proper way: sitting around the table, surrounded by loved ones;
• End the night in a Porto wine bar pouring ourselves a glass of Portuguese wine after a day on the town;
• Welcome new visitors to our beloved city and help them skip the tourist traps and discover the real thing;
• Smell the flowers along the way – the camellia season in town is wonderful.

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Warm foodie regards,
Taste Porto Team