Top Day Trips from Porto: 8 Amazing Day Trips from Porto and How to Get There | Porto Travel Guide

for years porto has been a criminally underrated city that's overshadowed by lisbon's success this is all changing now for many reasons such as the fact there are many incredible day trips one can easily take when they base themselves in porto while porto is a beautiful city on its own with its neoclassical masterpieces of architecture paired with the incredible port wine and the pocket friendly adventures these day trips are well worth it welcome to multicity trips the multi-destination travel expert for personalized multi-city trips to europe and in today's video we give you our top picks of 8 incredible day trips you can easily do from porto new to our travel channel we post new videos every monday and thursday so subscribe today and ring the bell so you don't miss out on our latest travel guide inspiration tips and amazing travel itineraries available to your favorite destinations in europe to help you make the most of this travel guide we've listed our recommended transportations you can consider for these day trips as well as things you can do while in each of these destinations in the video description below for a full list of recommendations click on the link provided in the description to access the blog post version of this guide on our website here are eight of the best day trips from porto and some tips on how you can get there number one doro valley it's impossible to write a list of the top porto day trips without bringing up this beautiful gem if you're a fan of port wine then a trip to doro valley to see where it came from is a canned miss attraction dora valley's vineyards are aware of the magic happens and they've also been recognized as a unesco world heritage site the valley's handmade slopes the rolling hillsides and the way they surround the curvy river are picturesque and a result of centuries of traditional viticulture practices it's easiest to take the doro line train although there are several options as it's a popular spot the train is a budget-friendly option that allows you to enjoy stunning countryside views as you approach your destination you can take the train from sao bento or puerto campagna railway stations alternatively you can combine your train trip with a riverboat indeed you can find one away river boat trips all the way from porto to regua which allows you to return to porto by train or vice versa number two gaia vila nova de gaya or simply gaia sits on the far bank of the duoro from porto's ribeira district it might look like a continuation of porto but it's a city in its own right making it a perfect porto day trip if the dora valley is where the wine is made then gaia is where it's stored the most famous tourist attraction in gaia is the port wine cellars there is an excessive number of cellars that are open to the public and allow their visitors to sample a glass or two even if wine isn't your thing you can still enjoy gaia and its beautiful scenery overlooking it is the 17th century monastery the mosteru de seja dupilar right next to it is the jajim du moho the beautifully landscaped gardens that are perfect to relax and enjoy the scenery in you can also enjoy gaia from above and take the telefariko de gaya but be cautious of this one if you're scared of heights simply cross the don luis bridge that connects porto to gaia you can also go on foot or choose to take a bus there are also trams and trains available but they usually will take you a bit too far from the gaia waterfront that is likely your destination number three avairu this beautiful city is also known as portuguese's venice and makes a smart choice for a day trip from porto the city's art nouveau architecture and the way it hovers above the network of waterways gives it a magical and elegant atmosphere in addition to the canals available is the perfect place to indulge in some fresh baked goods and seafood you can take a train from the compania station in porto the train ride is roughly an hour depending on the schedule running that day and it will drop you off in the heart of a vairu number four guimares guimares is often simply seen as a stop on a wine tour of the region but the city truly stands out as the birthplace of the first portuguese monarch making it a perfect spot for travelers to appreciate culture and history guimaras has been a world heritage site due to the exquisite medieval ambiance that has managed to survive throughout the years there are many historic sites to visit in guimaraes including the guimaras castle the plaza de santiago and the palace of the dukes of braganza visitors from all over the world will be amazed by the unique medieval architecture and the historic atmosphere that covers guimaras as a whole gamerez is easily accessed by train the train journey is one hour long and the train station in guimaras is a five minute walk from its city center number five braga if you're looking for more historic gems then consider visiting braga the capital of north portugal's menyor region it's considered one of the top day trips from porto and it is considered a unique religious tourism destination thanks to the bonji sous dumos sanctuary a historic pilgrimage site however the whole city of braga provides a unique experience for culture loving travelers its narrow winding network of labyrinth like streets and cobblestone alleyways give the city a unique storybook atmosphere visitors can climb the medieval watchtower at the image museum while others who prefer to stay on ground level can experience the dazzling barbara gardens visit the beach canoes museum or even enjoy the multiple cafes and restaurants in braga square braga is easy to reach by the porto sao bin du train the train journey takes around one hour but you may find that a bus moves faster on low traffic days number six park nacional de panera if you're an outdoorsy type panera jericho national park would make a great one-day trip from porto nestled against the spanish border this park is a hiker's paradise as well as a beautiful place for nature lovers penadish national park is portugal's first and only national park it covers around 706 square kilometers in trails lakes valleys waterfalls and untouched nature that's home to vast amounts of wildlife species even if you're not a hiker the panetta jericho national park has a lot to offer the park is home to historic sites and the villages where you can head to to experience the traditional culture and delicious food the historic sites in question date back to the roman occupation and history buffs can admire the 16th century villages and castle ruins penadish national park can be reached both by car or by bus still it's much more recommended to take a car so you can cover larger areas of the park during your visit even by bus you can still enjoy the park as many buses connect the villages to each other number seven pavia walkways another recommended one-day trip from porto is the pavilia walkways a perfect destination for nature-loving travelers the pavia walkways are a part of aroca geopark and they are linear wooden walkways that cover the river pavia the pavia walkways provide a chance for visitors to experience an authentic untouched natural sanctuary as well as the chance to cross the longest pedestrian bridge in the world you'll be amazed at the beautiful and dynamic scenery that ranges from water downhills to the river beaches of arena and espionsa the aroca geopark also contains quartz crystals and endangered species of animals there is no regular public transportation from porto to the pavillo walkways but you can easily rent a car for a day to make the trip if you'd rather not drive you're not completely out of luck due to the popularity of the walkways there are several tours you can book that include transportation to the walkways and back number eight matuzinius matusinus might be known as a fishing port but it has a lot more to offer such as its beautiful beaches which are some of the best in the porto area you can relax under the sun or try your hand at surfing the waves surrounded by historic 17th century fourths and medieval architecture the city itself is quite lively and you'll have plenty of options for bars and restaurants after having a day of fun on the beach while matusinghush has its share of historical sites including the mosteru d'alessa dubalio church in the bon jesus de matusineus church it's also home to some modern sites for example you can enjoy the public art structure she changes a pharmacy museum or even sea life porto which is northern portugal's largest aquarium the easiest way to get to madusinhush is by metro line a which drops you off at matuzinhush zhu there are multiple bus lines connecting porto to matusinus some of which can take you directly to matuzinhush beach there you have it our suggestion of the best day trips you can do while staying in porto we hope you find our guide helpful and if you are planning a day trip to any of these destinations mentioned in this guide ensure to check are recommended of the best ways to get there and more things to do during your visit in the video description below want to experience the best of europe but need help planning and finding the best vacation package visit us at multicitytrips.com today and see how our travel experts can help you design and personalize your trip to these incredible european destinations [Music] you

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Published: Tue Feb 15 2022