Free Things To Do In Porto

Sitting happily on the northwest side of Portugal, the coastal city of Porto offers visitors a wealth of culture, cuisines, and best of all; free attractions and activities!

You could easily spend weeks exploring the quaint side streets, the numerous markets and the plentiful parks, but if you’re only there for a few days, then you need to ensure that you make the most out of your trip.

Below, you’ll find an extensive guide of the 10 best free attractions in Porto, as well as all the top paid activities and attractions in Porto as well!

Free Attractions in Porto

Top Rated Porto Attractions

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Matosinhos Beach and Foz do Douro promenade

Matosinhos Beach is an excellent free attraction to enjoy in Porto if you’re looking to get away from the busy city for a couple of hours.

It’s essentially a city beach, so don’t expect to find glorious white sand and untouched coastline like you’d expect to find in Greece or Spain, but you will discover a lovely place to spend a few hours while in Porto.

Matosinhos Beach is a great place to visit with...

Visit to Cockburn's Cellars

clock Duration: 60 to 80 m
  • Cockburn's large aging warehouse is the most extensive in the entire historic center of Vila Nova de Gaia, housing 6,518 Port Hulls that age under its huge roof, being one of the only ones to have its own crew of coopers.

    Cockburn's Ports are carefully aged in oak casks and ferries and are accompanied by a team of tasters and oenologists...read more
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Port wine tasting

Did you know that Porto is most famous for its hearty production of Port wine

Did you also know that there are numerous wineries and port cellars that offer tours and port wine tasting experiences completely free of charge

If you’re looking to sample some of the finest local port wine in the region, head to Croft or Taylor’s (or both!) for an afternoon of tasting delicious port wine with incredible views of the...

Premium Assaggio with cioccolato

clock Duration: 60 to 80 m
  • Cockburn's large aging warehouse is the most extensive in the entire historic center of Vila Nova de Gaia, housing 6,518 Port Hulls that age under its huge roof, being one of the only ones to have its own crew of coopers.

    Cockburn's Ports are carefully aged in oak casks and ferries and are accompanied by a team of tasters and oenologists...read more
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Livraria Lello

If you’re a huge fan of all things books and reading related, then you definitely need to prioritise a visit to Livraria Lello; AKA, Porto’s incredible neo-gothic bookshop.

Inside Livraria Lello, you’ll find thousands of books lining the grand bookshelves and the whole place has a very Harry Potter feel to it!

Even if you’re not a big fan of reading, you won’t be able to resist the beauty that is...

Guided Visit & Gastronomic Experience: Carpaccio, Salmon & Cheese

clock Duration: 1 hour 30
  • With more than 100 years of existence, Poças lies in the hands of the 4th generation, being one of the very few Port Wine company that was born Portuguese and still belongs to the same Portuguese family. The Old Tawny Ports have built Poças’ reputation but DOC Douro wines have been proving their own quality over the last 30 years. Recently,...read more
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Dom Luís I Bridge

Dom Luís I Bridge is arguably the best place in Porto to take pictures of the city, and it’s definitely one of the very best free attractions in Porto.

It’s a bridge consisting of two levels; one for cars and vehicles and the other for Porto’s metro system, however, pedestrians can use both levels for incredible views of the city!

Those afraid of heights should probably stick to the lower level as the...

Guided Tour & Harmonized Menu with Foie Gras, Cheesecake & Wine at Poças Cellar

clock Duration: 1 hour 30
  • Poças lies in the hands of the 4th generation, being one of the very few Port Wine company that was born Portuguese and still belongs to the same Portuguese family. The Old Tawny Ports have built Poças’ reputation but DOC Douro wines have been proving their own quality over the last 30 years. Recently, Poças received the award of “Fortified...read more
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Cais da Ribeira

Cais da Ribeira is the spectacular riverside district in Porto that’s famed for its many shops, old buildings and quintessentially Portuguese eateries.

It’s an incredibly charming area and it’s one of the best things to see in Porto simply because of its relaxed, albeit characteristic vibe.

You don’t necessarily even have to buy anything or eat anywhere along Cais da Ribeira to enjoy yourself; simply...

Tickets for SEA LIFE and Access to Self-Guided Tours in Porto

clock Duration: 2 to 3 hou
  • Take a family-fun trip to Sea Life Porto and learn about life under the sea - there's even fascinating shark and ray feeds! Walk through a tunnel under the water and enjoy the view of more than 3,000 species of animals.

    Visit the penguin enclosure - known as penguin harbour.

    Complete your experience with a surprise bonus.
    We will...read more
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Crystal Palace Gardens

The Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, or the Crystal Palace Gardens as they’re known in English, are beautiful landscaped gardens that were designed in the 19th century to provide a relaxing and quiet area in Porto city.

There are hundreds, if not thousands, of flowerbeds, plants and trees punctuating the gardens and an afternoon stroll through them makes for an idyllic way to spend a couple of hours.

If...

Tickets for Cathedral of Porto and 3 Self-Guided Tours in Porto

clock Duration: 1 hour
  • Discover the amazing Sé do Porto, the Cathedral of Porto, one of the oldest monuments in town.
    Climb the tower and enjoy unbeatable panoramic views over the Douro River and Porto's historical center. Wander through the cloisters and marvel at the unique azulejo walls representing religious scenes.

    Complete your experience with 3...read more

Enjoy Immersive and Interactive Experience Ticket with Planet Cork

clock Duration: 60 to 100
  • Immerse all your senses in the world of cork from touch to smell
    Join hands-on activities like creating your own personalized cork stopper
    Enjoy an immersive and interactive experience perfect for the whole family
    Feel inspired by the positive environmental impact of cork harvesting
    Explore Planet Cork’s on-site shop and see cork...read more

SEA LIFE Porto Entrance Ticket

clock Duration: 1 to 2 hou
  • Looking for things to do in Porto? Visit Porto SEA LIFE Aquarium to see exciting marine displays with sharks, rays, turtles and Humboldt penguins, talks & feeding...read more

Entrance ticket for a guided tour of the Ateneu Comercial do Porto

clock Duration: 1 hour 30
  • You will have the unique opportunity to see the version that was printed for the first time in 1572, in Lisbon, of "Os Lusíadas", must exist only in the world, as it is known 34 copies of the first edition of "Os Lusíadas", which are distributed across three continents.
    Come to see a unique collection of Art and Culture of the City of Porto...read more

Tickets for Cathedral of Porto with Self-Guided Tours covering all of Porto

clock Duration: 1 hour
  • Discover the amazing Sé do Porto, the Cathedral of Porto, one of the oldest monuments in town. Climb the tower and enjoy unbeatable panoramic views over the Douro River and Porto's historical center. Wander through the cloisters and marvel at the unique azulejo walls representing religious scenes.

    This booking also includes access to Porto...read more

Tickets for FC Porto Museum with Access to Porto City Audio Guides

clock Duration: 1 to 2 hou
  • FC Porto is as much a symbol of Portugal's second city as its Douro River or delicious Port. To explore Estádio do Dragão is to delve into the glittering past of the local heroes.

    Go behind the scenes, sit on the substitutes' bench and go pitchside for photos.

    This booking also includes access to Porto City Self-Guided Tours via...read more

Porto: Serralves Foundation

clock Duration: 3 hours
  • The Serralves Foundation comprises the foremost museum for contemporary art in Portugal.

    With this ticket, you can appreciate the remarkable exhibitions of contemporary art at the Museum, the House of Cinema Manoel de Oliveira (both designed by the architect, Álvaro Siza Vieira – 1992 Pritzker Prize winner), admire the Art Deco...read more

Clerigos Church Tower and Museum E-Ticket and Audio Tour

clock Duration: 1 hour 30
  • Experience the Clerigos Church, Tower, and Museum at your own pace with a skip-the-line e-ticket and a captivating self-guided audio tour on your smartphone. Receive your ticket by email, download the app and the audio tour on your phone, prior to your visit, and travel in time to experience the uniqueness of the Clerigos Church, Tower, and...read more
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