If you’re looking for a relaxed holiday destination with its share of history, culture, contemporary art and refreshing coastal walks then Porto could be your place. Nestled in Portugal’s northwest, Porto is known for its elegant architecture and port wine. You’ll find medieval cobbled streets and ornate churches, stately bridges and graceful gardens. But you’ll also find a modern city where hand-painted tiles via for wall space with street art, where cutting-edge 21st-century buildings soar above 18th-century Baroque monuments. With our great holiday packages and holiday deals to Porto this charming city is closer than you think.
There is no time difference between Porto and the UK. A flight from London to Porto takes just over two hours and a flight from Manchester to Porto takes about two and a half hours. Portugal is a member of the European Union and the currency is the euro. Francisco Sa Carneiro Airport, also known simply as Porto Airport, is about seven miles north of the city centre. It is easy to catch a train on the city’s Metro do Porto light rail system – there’s a station right at the airport and trains run frequently. You can also catch a taxi of course. Compare holidays with us to book a flight and hotel to Porto.
Porto has a temperate oceanic climate. A holiday to Porto in summer is very pleasant, with average daytime temperatures around 25 degrees Celsius though there are often warmer and cooler periods. Rainfall is rare during summer and there is often a refreshing sea breeze. Autumn is mild with daytime temperatures dropping to about 20 degrees by October and winters are also mild with daytime temperatures around 14 degrees. Rainfall is more frequent in late autumn and winter. Spring brings warmer temperatures again, rising to about 20 degrees by May, and more sunny periods. You’ll find great offers and discount holidays throughout the year when you book a flight to Porto with us.
There’s plenty to see on a holiday to Porto. Check out our list below for inspiration:
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There are some amazing places to visit around the city, all easily accessible by train or car:
You can also book tours to attractions around the city with package holidays to Porto. Organised tours can be a great way to see several sights in a short timeframe with a knowledgeable guide. Browse our low-cost holidays for inspiration.
Porto’s cuisine showcases typical Portuguese flavours – think wine, garlic and piri piri sauce – along with great seafood, stews and soups. Tripas a Moda do Porto, a stew with tripe, beans, sausage and vegetables, is the city’s signature dish. Francesinha is a hearty meat and cheese sandwich, while cozido a Portuguesa is another meaty stew. Bacalhau com natas is cod with cream and caldo verde is kale soup. Sweet treats include aletria, a dessert similar to rice pudding but made with vermicelli pasta. Porto isn’t just about classic food cooked in traditional ways though – there are plenty of upscale restaurants putting their own twists on fresh seafood and tapas dishes, as well as arty cafes and bars to discover. Browse holiday packages and holiday deals to Porto today.
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