From downtown Porto, you can ride the metro or just walk, but there is a ramp/incline from street…read morelevel to the higher ground of the Mosteiro. I would recommend timing your visit for sunset as it is an absolutely spectacular view of Porto from here. On the minus side, later in the evening means that the Mosteiro will be closed. [Review 9902 overall, 1480 of 2018.]

The Anemone or "She Changes" is a public-art installation that was designed by American artist…read moreJanet Echelman in 2005 for the cities of Porto and Matosinhos. According to the city's website, this artwork consists of a steel ring, poles, cable, and a fiber net, and it has a diameter of 42 meters. The design looks like a net and honors the city's history of fishing and industry. I saw this artwork when I was on vacation. It looked huge, and it slightly moved and changed color as the wind blew. It was not the most stunning piece of art, but it was interesting to look at for a minute.

A Anémona, or "She Changes" is a gorgeous piece of public art right by the main/busiest beach in…read morePorto - Matosinhos. The structure resembles a net at certain angles, a love letter to the town's fishing culture. The support beams are striped red and white to evoke Porto's industrial past. It hangs in the air and changes shapes and colors depending which way/from where you see it. A Anémona also sways and moves with the wind, actually physically changing its structural shape periodically, and living up to its name, She Changes. This makes it a super neat piece of art that can mean different things to each viewer, which to me is the best kind of art. You definitely can't miss this gigantic piece of public art in Porto, but don't just take a passing glance - really sit and watch this breathing, living structure do its thing!

Four of us went to dinner here and it was amazing. We had the garlic bread which is awesome and so…read moretasty and then we had the Caprese salad and then we had the lasagna Bolognese. Along with two Apperal spritzer great hole in the wall location very clean, friendly staff.

Spaghetti was decent, but the pizza was underwhelming. Got it to go, so that might be the…read moredifference. Wouldn't go back and wish I had explored other options. Not a favorite while in Porto.

We had 2 days and 2 nights here in this quaint and lovely city by the river. Home of Port wine and…read morehouses nestled on the cliffs, it has much to offer but there could be more. The people are friendly and inviting. There is much history here with churches and cathedrals galore. The town is old but historical giving it its charm. There are much options for food from little mom-and-pop shops to fancy affairs. All offering authentic cuisine. Regardless of the choice, all are small and quaint so reservations are highly recommended especially at the mom-and-pops since locals eat there as well. As for sightseeing, I recommend walking about since the town is relatively small. Walk down the narrow streets and navigate your way around to soak in the culture. Go down to the rivers edge and take in the people and scene. Since I'm a foodie, looking for a good place to eat and having wine (or Port) or their local beer, Super Bock, took priority. The town appears to be going through a change as one local told me. Construction work can be seen throughout with cranes and scaffolding pretty much everywhere. There were lots of dilapidated buildings that were unoccupied and some were being renovated. Looks like the old is leaving awaiting the new to come. I think I may have experienced Porto while it was still in its infancy. I can't, or don't want to, imagine what it'll be like in 5 years as I definitely see this as a major tourist destination.

Exceeded expectations. Guides knew their food and city and were great at sharing. We tasted a…read morevariety of local food at several historic establishments. We were fed well.

Went on the Porto Beginners' Guide Tour. This is not a food tour. It is a tour and introduction of…read morethe city. It was 2 of us on a private tour with Ricardo Brochado. We walked around Porto for over 5 hours. Our guide, Ricardo, was excellent. He was very personable, provided easy conversation. He explained the sites and history of Porto and Portugal. He seemed very knowledgable about many subjects. He seamlessly pivoted to a new subject when we asked questions. It never felt like a memorized preset script. He set an easy going pace - no rush. It allowed us to thoroughly enjoy and absorb what we were seeing. It also let us talk and get to know each other. We did stop at a coupe of restaurants for food and drinks. The food was great. The drinks were good. Highly recommend this tour and especially Ricardo.

I enjoy checking out different markets in new couriers and this one didn't disappoint…read more From fresh fruits to wine, charcuterie and fresh pasta, this place is one I'd definitely stop by again. I ordered a €3 green wine from one of the drink carts and then €6.50 cheese and bread mini platter for an afternoon snack. Crowded but fast turnover since it's not really a linger and chat sort of spot.

Looking for a unique experience in Porto?…read more Then this is a place to check out. Many local produce, artists, food vendors gather here to sell at this market. Here you can sample local delicacies, bring back home A souvenir, or just take in local vibes.

Andreia was a fantastic guide! She was personable, funny, informative, accommodating, and a great…read moredriver. I enjoyed her tour of Quinta Santa Eufemia, having lunch at Restaurante Tipico, and one more winery. She stopped at various places to let us take photos, including Regua and Sabrosa (where explorer Magellan lived). She also kept reminding us to drink water and made sure we were comfortable on the windy roads. I also loved that she was a local from Gaia, around the area, and could share many personal stories and experiences about wine in the Douro area. Regarding the tour in general, the 7-seater van was clean, spacious and comfortable, with large windows on either side, and adequate A/C. The river cruise was relaxing, though I was hoping for some commentary from the captain instead of just the boat ride. It didn't hurt that the weather was perfect, sunny but breezy. An excellent value tour, and would definitely recommend to others!

We took Cooltour's all day (10 hour) tour of the Douro River Valley which included stops at an…read moreolive oil plant/winery, a boat trip, lunch, and another winery. It is not a cheap trip but it was worth it. Our guide, Luis, did a great job driving us about the are and educating us on the region. It was very interesting The van picked us up near our AirBnb in the morning and dropped us there at day's end. This was a small tour group, only 8 people plus Luis. The Douro is a stunning area and all of the stops were really well done with locals introducing us to their oils and wines. The one hour boat ride was beautiful and the lunch at a local restaurant was good. Highly recommended!