The Porto blog
Things to do in Porto, local tips, food and wine, music and day trips around northern Portugal.
Meetups · 17 Oct 2026
São João: Porto's biggest party
A guide to the São João festival on the night of 23 June: sardines, hammers, fireworks, and how to enjoy it.
Art & design · 17 Oct 2026
Art in Porto: galleries, museums and street art
Where to see contemporary art, architecture and murals in Porto, from Serralves to Miguel Bombarda.
Family · 17 Oct 2026
Porto with kids: a family guide
Family-friendly things to do in Porto: parks, beaches, river trips, museums and tips for getting around with children.
Sports · 17 Oct 2026
Surfing, running and sport in Porto
Active things to do in Porto: surfing at Matosinhos, riverside running and cycling, football and outdoor sports.
Music · 17 Oct 2026
Fado in Porto: a first-timer's guide
What fado is, how a fado night works, and how to find live sessions in Porto this week.
Food & drink · 17 Oct 2026
Food and wine in Porto and Gaia
Port wine cellars, francesinhas and markets: where to start eating and drinking your way around Porto.
Meetups · 17 Oct 2026
Free things to do in Porto this weekend
Viewpoints, gardens, riverside walks and free events to fill a weekend in Porto without spending much.
Nature · 17 Oct 2026
Nature escapes near Porto
Beaches, river trails and parks within easy reach of the city centre.
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