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The second-largest city of Portugal is an alluring holiday destination that cherishes its history. It is a vibrant cultural hub, that is slowly making a name for itself. The historic heritage melds seamlessly with the contemporary attractions that make Porto tourism an exciting adventure. From the old Ribeira district to the futuristic-looking Casa de Música, Porto has a rather unique personality.
Porto is also the home of the famous port wine. So make sure that wine tasting is a part of your Porto tours. Explore the city’s past at the Soares dos Reis National Museum and marvel at the azulejo tile art at the São Bento train station. Porto has a plethora of places to visit and things to do.
You can choose to explore the city on foot or be a part of the city’s guided tour. These guided Porto tours are highly recommended as they give a great perspective to all the historic sites.
Porto is located in northern Portugal along the banks of river Duoro. The hilly north bank of the river is the older part of the city where all the architectural legacy of Porto sits. The south bank is mostly a plateau that is home to Porto’s wine lodges.
Porto enjoys a mild, oceanic climate. Average temperature ranges between 10 and 20 °C and it rains round the year. November and December are the wettest months, January and February are the coldest and June and July are the hottest.
Language Spoken
Portuguese
Currency used:
Euro
The city’s rich historic inheritance is an intrinsic part of Porto tourism. Apart from the museums and the cathedrals, Porto’s night life adds a spark of liveliness to your holiday. The Crystal Palace gardens will give you a breath of fresh air and the Clérigos Tower will give you sweeping panoramas of the city.
Whatever you choose to do in Porto, there will never be a dull moment in your vacation. Pick your holiday from SOTC and pack your bags for a memorable holiday.
