A Port Weekend in PortoExplore Porto, Portugal—the birthplace of port wine! Spend a weekend indulging in renowned port caves, participating in tastings, soaking up the city's rich history, and savoring the views. This is a must-visit for wine-lovers and enthusiasts. Saúde 🍷AuthorsSteller
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Wine Tasting & Tours

Half-Day Walking Tour Tasting Local Food in Porto
Try Portuguese delicacies alongside local wines on this foodie tour!
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Douro Valley small group tour, Mateus Palace, Lunch and Wine tastings
A full day that is both an exploration of wines in the region, but also a host of historical sights in and around the Douro Valley.
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Private Douro Valley Tour: Boutique Winery & River Cruise
Travel by boat through the Douro Valley visiting boutique vineyards like Quinta do Cume and Peso Da Regua along the way.
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Douro Valley Day Trip: 2 Wineries, Private Boat & Authentic Lunch
A tour through the Douro Valley with a local guide who will answer any and all questions! Ride down the river, sip on port, and don't worry about a thing during this trip!
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Friday

Restaurante Cantina 32
Grab a casual Portuguese lunch at this spot before heading out to learn about a variety of ports from grape to glass.
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Port Wine Museum
Start off your port-themed trip to Porto with a visit to this museum. You'll learn so much about the region's connection to the wine before you head to your first tour and tasting.
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Graham's Port Lodge
A perfect spot for first-timers to take a tour and learn about the making of Port in this region. You can participate in a tasting here, too, to kick off the weekend! They also have one of the best bars.
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Taylor's Port
A famed name in port production, this spot has a delicious restaurant that overlooks the Duoro River. End your Friday with dinner overlooking Porto while sipping on delicious port. Pro tip: make a reservation in advance, this spot gets super busy!
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Clérigos Church
Between port tastings, head to this architecturally stunning church that is an iconic landmark in Porto.
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Adega São Nicolau
An upscale spot renowned for seafood dishes, their garlic prawns are bursting with flavor. Make a reservation in advance to ensure a table!
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Saturday

Majestic Café
An iconic, baroque style café that is the perfect place to start off your Saturday of port!
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Chapel of Souls
After grabbing a cup of coffee at Majestic Café stop by the iconic Chapel of Souls to snap a few photos in front of the porcelain walls.
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Churchill's 1982 Garden Bar
Head here to start of Saturday with an intimate and educational port tasting experience in the cellar featuring a range of their well-regarded ports! The knowledgeable staff enhance the tasting with detailed information about each wine.
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Caves Cálem
With both regular and premium tastings, you can sample renowned ports from this vineyard established in 1859.
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Taberninha do Manel
A great spot to stop for lunch while out tasting ports in the city. Make sure to fuel up!
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Wine shop Quinta do Noval - Gaia
If you have room for more, this is a favorite spot for a quick and easy tasting. You can just walk in and taste three of their varieties!
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Taberna dos Fernandes
A uniquely decorated and delicious spot in downtown for Portuguese cuisine. They have delicious "petiscos" AKA small plates!
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Sunday

Café Guarany
A charming café for a morning cup of coffee after a day of port on Saturday.
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Sandeman Porto
This is one of the best port tours for newcomers to this wine style and tourists because it is extensive and interesting! The guides are even dressed as "Don," the mascot! The tour ends with a tasting of red and white ports.
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Kopke Wine House
The tastings here are definitely pricier, but include full glasses and local chocolates to pair along with them. Worth it!
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Porto Cathedral
Stop by this famous cathedral, dating back to the 12th century, in downtown Porto for a taste of Portuguese history and religion.
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Soares dos Reis National Museum
Explore the exhibits in this gallery and museum to learn more about Portuguese history and culture.
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Vinum
A fine dining experience that is the best way to end off your weekend in Porto with delicious seafood and wine pairings.
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