Porto's Downtown and Ribeira, by the Douro river, are boiling in history, culture and pleasure. Get a taste for local products while you watch life unfolding on the streets. This is a great place for families or for those traveling alone, for art lovers or for lovers, for those looking for renewed energy or just to be enchanted by the beauty. Every detail counts in the complexity of this small big city. With its richness of colors, smells, foods and architectural styles, this is a city of people who respect and preserve traditions even as they evolve. It´s so easy to fall in love with Porto and their people. It's sure to find a place in your heart.
A plaza by the river that is always bustling with activity.
See, taste and learn all about olive oil.
Local products sold directly by small local producers!
A distinctive bookshop that served as inspiration for the author of the Harry Potter books.
Craft shop that promotes Portuguese talent.
Next to Praça da Ribeira stands the Dom Luís I Bridge, a double-decked metal arch bridge that spans the Douro River. It was engineered by Téophile Seyrig, a partner of Gustave Eiffel. The plaza is a place that's always bustling with activity and enchantment. Witness local traditions, the classic Port Wine Rabelo boats, the live shows, the divers jumping into the river and enjoy all the pleasures by the water.
