AIBU to ask if Porto is a good holiday destination?

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PortoHol · 23/12/2023 07:58

We are watching the pennies this year and were hoping to choose a cheaper holiday destination this year. We are a family of four with grown up kids aged 20 and 23. We enjoy visiting historical places.
Has anyone been to Porto? Considering this as a holiday destination, travelling to Douro Valley, Guimaraes and Braga.

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PollyIndia · 23/12/2023 07:59

I know a family who moved out there and absolutely love it, and while I haven’t been that far up, fhe coast north of Lisbon is gorgeous. I love the sound of the holiday you have planned!

Theinnocenteyeballsinthesky · 23/12/2023 08:07

Oh yes it’s a wonderful destination! Guimarães & Braga are both fab too.

I know it’s touristy but you must do a tour of one of the Port producers - so interesting plus free port 😁 also Livaria Leilo bookshop https://www.livrarialello.pt/en/staircase

its a great city fir walking though steep so good shoes! Also as it’s that far north it’s generally a bit closer to british weather than in the south so layers!

Staircase

The single most emblematic feature of Livraria Lello takes centre stage inside: the iconic staircase.

https://www.livrarialello.pt/en/staircase

weebarra · 23/12/2023 08:14

Absolutely fantastic place to spend time. DH and I went for a few days earlier this year and it was great. We are massive foodies and there are some amazing places to eat.
Would thoroughly recommend it!

Longma · 23/12/2023 08:19

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DiscoStusMoonboots · 23/12/2023 08:20

One of mine and DH's favourite holiday destinations - much more relaxed than Lisbon and a nice arts scene there. Perfect for a chilled holiday or short break. Would kill to go back soon!

Theinnocenteyeballsinthesky · 23/12/2023 08:26

Also depending how long you’re there is just over an hour to Coimbra on the train which is also well worth a visit with one of the worlds oldest universities

rookiemere · 23/12/2023 08:37

DH and I had a long weekend in Porto - it was gorgeous. Really lovely vibe and cheap for eating out. Bring your walking shoes though, its a river in the middle and steeply banked sides.
We want to go back and stay longer to explore the surrounding areas.

RowanMayfair · 23/12/2023 08:39

Yes! We took 4 kids in October half term and they all loved it. Weather was mixed sunny and rainy. So much to do, easy to get around, cheap, friendly. Lovely!

SallyWD · 23/12/2023 09:03

It's an absolutely wonderful place. I love it. If you were there for a week or two you'd need to explore the surrounding areas too as its not a huge city.

TheTripThatWasnt · 23/12/2023 09:19

Adding to the general consensus that Porto is fab..we combined it with a few days in a quinta in Pinhao (in the Douro valley) which was really lovely. The train journey along the river is beautiful. Highly recommend!

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PortoHol · 23/12/2023 12:31

Oh my! Thank you so much everyone!

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