Porto (Leixoes) Portugal
Country: Portugal · Region: Iberia and Atlantic · Currency: Euro
Porto is Portugal's second-largest city and capital of the Northern region, built on high ground overlooking the Douro River estuary with a UNESCO World Heritage historical centre. The port of Leixões in neighboring Matosinhos serves cruise ships with light rail connections to Porto.
Top sights
Ribeira district, Cathedral, Vila Nova de Gaia wine warehouses, Douro River scenic tours, Porto Metro system, São Bento Station
Things to do
- São Bento Station
- Historic central train station serving local and regional trains.
- Ribeira District
- Medieval quarter with narrow streets and UNESCO World Heritage status.
- Porto Cathedral
- Historic cathedral built on the cliff face formerly occupied by Roman fortifications.
- Cálem, Ferreira, Fonseca, Sandeman, Kopke
- Notable Porto wine company warehouses located across the Douro in Vila Nova de Gaia.
Where to eat
- Local restaurants serving tripeiro
- Tripe soup specialty, a gastronomical tradition dating from 1415.
Bars and nightlife
- Local bars
- Direct and literal communication style is typical; ask specific questions about food service.
Forecast for Porto (Leixoes)
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Weather in Porto (Leixoes) by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F | 45°F | 6.2 in | 12 |
| February | 59°F | 47°F | 4.7 in | 10 |
| March | 61°F | 48°F | 5.6 in | 13 |
| April | 65°F | 51°F | 5.1 in | 11 |
| May | 69°F | 56°F | 3.3 in | 9 |
| June | 72°F | 59°F | 1.9 in | 7 |
| July | 77°F | 62°F | 0.5 in | 4 |
| August | 77°F | 62°F | 0.6 in | 3 |
| September | 75°F | 61°F | 2.6 in | 6 |
| October | 70°F | 58°F | 7.3 in | 13 |
| November | 63°F | 52°F | 6.4 in | 14 |
| December | 59°F | 49°F | 7.0 in | 14 |
Getting around
From the cruise port at Leixões, take the light rail system to Porto; within the city, the modern Metro system is the most efficient transport, supplemented by STCP buses and walking despite steep hills.
What to eat
Porto is famous for tripe soup (caldo de tripeiros), a local gastronomical specialty with deep historical roots.
Tips
The city has extremely uneven, hilly terrain with narrow cobbled streets in tourist areas; wear comfortable shoes and allow extra time for walking despite the challenging geography.
Best for
Historic architecture, port wine, river scenery