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Porto, Portugal

About Porto

Porto, Portugal's northern gem, is celebrated for its stunning blend of old-world charm and contemporary culture. Wander through the Ribeira District with its colorful riverside houses and cobbled streets. Sample world-famous port wine in its historic cellars along the Douro River. Porto's rich architectural heritage, from the soaring Clerigos Tower to the majestic Palacio da Bolsa, offers a captivating journey through a city where tradition meets modernity in the most picturesque settings.

Community ratings

Cost

Well-known

Nature

Romantic

Nightlife

Porto highlights

Average temperature in December

15 °C / 59 °F

High season months

June, July, August, September

Local currency

Euro (EUR)

Local language

Portuguese

Closest Airports

  • Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (PT) - 12.5 km (7.7 mi)

Fun fact

The Livraria Lello is said to have inspired J.K. Rowling while writing Harry Potter.

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