Quick answer: With 2 days: the old town, Lello and Ribeira on day 1, port cellars in Gaia and a river cruise on day 2. With 3 days, add Foz do Douro and Serralves. With 4 days, add a Douro Valley wine day.
Day 1: Old town and Ribeira
- Morning: Livraria Lello (book an early slot), Clérigos Tower, then São Bento station.
- Lunch: Mercado do Bolhão or a francesinha.
- Afternoon: the cathedral, then walk down to Ribeira.
- Sunset: cross the Dom Luís I bridge (upper deck) to Jardim do Morro.
Day 2: Gaia and the river
- Morning: six bridges cruise from Ribeira.
- Afternoon: port wine cellar tour and tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia. See port wine cellars.
- Evening: dinner in Ribeira or a fado show.
Day 3: Foz and Serralves
- Morning: Serralves Museum and Park.
- Afternoon: Tram 1 to Foz do Douro and the seafront promenade.
- Evening: seafood in Matosinhos.
Day 4: Douro Valley
Take the train to Pinhão or join a tour with quinta visits, lunch and a boat ride. See Douro Valley day trip.
Itinerary at a glance
| Trip length | Plan |
|---|---|
| 1 day | Lello, São Bento, Ribeira, bridge at sunset |
| 2 days | Days 1 + 2 |
| 3 days | Add Foz and Serralves |
| 4 days | Add the Douro Valley |
Tips
- Stay in Baixa or Ribeira to walk everywhere. See where to stay in Porto.
- Combine with Lisbon: about 3 hours by train. See our Lisbon itinerary.
More Porto guides
- Porto travel guide
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- Where to stay in Porto
- Best time to visit Porto
- Porto airport to the city
- Douro Valley day trip
- Livraria Lello tickets
- Port wine cellars in Gaia
FAQ: Porto itinerary
Is 2 days enough in Porto?
Yes for the highlights. Add a third day to slow down and a fourth for the Douro.
Can I visit Porto as a day trip from Lisbon?
It’s possible by train but rushed. Stay at least one night.
What’s the best day for the Douro Valley?
Any weekday; weekend tours fill up faster in summer.
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