Cheap flights to Porto
Nestled on the estuary of the River Douro, Porto is all about scenic river views, waterside cafes and living life on the slow side.
But it’s also about history, as any trip through Porto’s tourism hotspot that is the Ribeira district will show. This is Porto’s historical heart that leads you through multi-levelled streets, narrow medieval alleys and up and down ancient staircases to all sorts of delightful nooks and crannies of interest.
On your journey you’ll stumble upon Baroque churches, marvel at old storefronts, and have a drink or two in any one of the city’s fine squares and plazas. Let’s just say this is a place crammed with culture.
April 2013
(27 Rua Ferreira Borges, tel: 22 207 1600) The Port and Douro Wines Institute operates a wine shop, open to the public from Monday to Friday. Besides offering oenophiles a wide selection of bottles, the shop also arranges tours of the institute and wine-tasting introductions.
April 2013
(85-89 Avenida dos Aliados, tel: 22 332 1272) In April Café Guarany will be hosting a full programme of musical entertainment, focusing on traditional Cuban and Fado sounds. www.cafeguarany.com
April 2013
Porto's riverfront has undergone an extensive renovation during the past decade. From the main railway station at São Bento, just keep walking downhill until you get to the river. You'll find numerous restaurants, bars and shops to choose from.