Porto Day Trips

Best Day Trips from Porto: Explore Beyond Portugal’s Second Largest City

🏰 Guimarães and Braga (Duoro Valley)

  1. Guimarães: Known as the “Birthplace of Portugal,” Guimarães is a UNESCO World Heritage site with its well-preserved medieval center, charming cobbled streets, and imposing castle ruins. Guimarães

  2. Braga: A short drive from Guimarães lies Braga, the oldest bishopric in Portugal. Visit the stunning Bom Jesus do Monte sanctuary with its famous baroque staircase, or explore the historic center filled with beautiful churches and palaces. Braga

🏖 Penasco Vico (Silver Coast)

  1. Penasco Vico: If you’re looking for a beach day trip, head to Penasco Vico on the Silver Coast. This small fishing village boasts beautiful sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters perfect for swimming and sunbathing. Penasco Vico

🏰 Aveiro (Coastal City)

  1. Aveiro: Often referred to as the “Venice of Portugal,” Aveiro is a picturesque coastal city with colorful art-nouveau houses, canals, and gondola-like boats called moliceiros. Don’t miss the saltwater lagoon Ria de Aveiro or the unique fish market. Aveiro

🏰 Vila do Conde (Coastal City)

  1. Vila do Conde: A charming coastal town with a beautiful beach, historic center, and a stunning fortress called Forte de São João Baptista. Visit during the summer for the traditional festivities of São João or explore the nearby Costa Verde hiking trail. Vila do Conde