Porto Holidays 2025/2026
A Guide To Holidays In Porto In 2025/2026
Set on the Douro River and the Atlantic Ocean coast, Porto holidays are a great alternative to the usual city break destinations we've come to know and love. The second largest city in Portugal offers relaxed city breaks, with plenty to see and do, ideal for enjoying the local cuisine and taking in some of this pretty destination.
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Getting To, From & Around Porto
Roughly two and a half hours flight time from London, there are a limited number of flights to Porto unlike its bigger sister, Lisbon. It's likely to be Ryanair or easyJet flying you there from larger UK cities like Manchester and Edinburgh.
Once you've arrived, the easiest way to get from Porto airport to the city centre is via the Metro which runs regularly and costs just a few Euros for the 30 minute journey into the city centre. A taxi is possible but will cost between €25-30 each way so the Metro is a much cheaper way to travel.
When you get to the city, depending on where you're staying you'll need to travel by foot, metro or bus to your hotel. It's worth noting that there are some steep hills in the city, so walking with luggage might not be an easy option. If you're staying in Vila Nova de Gaia on the south side of the river, the Metro travels to certain parts but you might want to think about a taxi.
If you're able, one of the best ways to get around the city is walking, and you'll certainly burn off some calories doing so. Many streets have steep slopes. Alternatively, the Metro and bus have day pass and multi-day tickets, and no trip to Porto is ever complete without a trip on the historic tram.