Porto is the perfect backpacker destination: cheap port wine, abundant food, and amazing hostels.
Porto offers one of Europe's best backpacker experiences.
Itinerary
1
Ribeira and Douro
- Ribeira (UNESCO heritage)
- Dom Luís I Bridge
- Cross to Vila Nova de Gaia
- Port wine tasting (many free cellars)
- Francesinha lunch (typical dish)
- Sunset from the bridge
- Budget Ribeira dinner
2
Tiles and Culture
- São Bento Station (free tiles)
- San Ildefonso Church
- Lello Bookstore (Harry Potter!)
- Clérigos Tower
- Bacalhau à brás lunch
- Bolhão Market
- Craft beer at night
3
Foz and Farewell
- Tram 1 to Foz do Douro
- Foz Beach
- São João Baptista Fort
- Bifana lunch
- Crystal Palace Gardens (free)
- Last farewell port wine
Practical Tips
Free wine
Many Gaia cellars offer free tastings or €5 with several samples.
Food
The francesinha is huge. Share it or you won't eat again all day.
Hostels
Porto has some of the world's best hostels from €12-18/night.
Approximate Budget
International flights€30-150
Hostel (3 nights)€35-55
Food€25-50
Transport€10-20
Wine tastings€10-25
Total per person€200-400
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Porto cheap?
Very cheap. It's one of the most affordable capitals in Western Europe.
Best time?
April-June and September-October. Summer can be hot.
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