Why travelers go: “The bridge and the area around represents 900 years of Portuguese history.”

Traveler tip: “Be prepared to walk in line with hoards of tourists.”

Why travelers go: “Many offerings of restaurants, entertainment, boating and the entryway to the Wine tasting across the bridge.”

Traveler tip: “Don't try one you know but expand your experience by choosing one you have not tasted before.”

Why travelers go: “It's wine region in that valley goes back hundreds of years and had previously focused on Port Wine.”

Traveler tip: “Be wary and ask why you were not given change.”

Why travelers go: “This 1834 building took many years to be completed and today is more of a museum than the headquarters for the chamber of commerce.”

Traveler tip: “The tour is well done but check to see that they have one in English (or whatever language works for you) at a time that is convenient as not all tours offer English.”

Why travelers go: “This is the home of FC Porto - One of Portugal's most successful football club of recent years.”

Traveler tip: “But if you have time to spare (because it's really big) go to the museum, it may take you a whole afternoon if you read throughout everything, but if you're a really big football fan you're bound to enjoy it.”

Why travelers go: “An unique experience in Porto, Guides are knowledgeable, providing information about landmarks and history of the city.”

Traveler tip: “Try to make your way up in the evening, see the sunset up there is divine.”

Why travelers go: “Iconic space of Oporto´s architecture, now modernized and changed from a popular fresh vegetables and fish market to a mix space of stores, quick food services and local cultural performers.”

Traveler tip: “Be sure to head over to the Leitao stand for some seriously delicious Leitao and paired drinks!”

Why travelers go: “The tower is in the middle of Porto’s historic centre.”

Traveler tip: “Oh, and don't be tempted to take the lift, it only goes up 4 floors to the exhibition areas!”

Why travelers go: “The 12th century cathedral has been entwined in Portugal's nobility and elite.”

Traveler tip: “If your on a walking tour, you'll definitely be taken here & if your discovering Porto by yourself you'll probably come here because it's a top rating attraction.”

Why travelers go: “A modern interactive museum dedicated to FC Porto players and trophys for all kind of persons (but children specially)and not only for football fans.”

Traveler tip: “Again, if you are going to a game, you should show up early for a visit to the Musem.”

Why travelers go: “The tiles tell the story of the foundation of the Carmelite Order.”

Traveler tip: “The locals like their seats so be prepared to be ushered into a different location.”

Why travelers go: “recent addition to Porto's transport infrastructure, having been opened in 2002.”

Traveler tip: “Alternatively ask any of the attendants, who you'll find at every major station (don't be afraid to communicate with gestures, if you don't speak Portuguese, they are super helpful and used to tourists).”

Why travelers go: “The exterior walls are covered with blue and white ceramic tiles illustrating the Portuguese history.”

Traveler tip: “Go in or don't, that's up to how much beauty you want to see, but at the very least do a stroll by and get your picture with the outside wall.”

Why travelers go: “This is a futuristic designed building and represents Porto's architectural masterpiece and music mecca.”

Traveler tip: “If you're her on vacations and you must do your morning jog, this is the place to go if you want to run.”

Why travelers go: “It is located in the historic centre of the city, declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.”

Traveler tip: “Be sure to hire a guide to take you though and explain all of the features.”

Why travelers go: “The bustling, historic Ribeira Square is situated at the Douro's Edge, where humanity congregates, and has been the life-blood of Porto since the Middle Ages.”

Traveler tip: “Check on the menu before you order to avoid expensive surprises.”

Why travelers go: “The present square links the old and new towns of Porto; it reflects the 1916 alterations to a 200-year old square.”

Traveler tip: “The tourist office isn't very well signed - make sure you check it out on a map before you set off or, like us, you could find yourself walking around the large 'square' several times before you find it.”

Why travelers go: “Over ten years old, this concert hall has been designed for many different types of music.”

Traveler tip: “I advise you to take a tour to understand that everything is designed in order to make it a great music room!”

Why travelers go: “An almost Km long pedestrian street with various Portuguese and international shops, cafes and many restaurants along the side streets.”

Traveler tip: “You never know what you might happen upon so keep an open mind, especially if it is on your way to or from an area in Porto.”

Why travelers go: “This Medieval Street dates from 1521, and is now a Pedestrianized are of the city, there are lots of bars, restaurants and cafes, plus a number of very impressive former houses and residences”

Traveler tip: “Check out the painted electric boxes (I assume) in front of the buildings and shops and simply do not pass by Chocolataria Equador without making a purchase - delicious!”

Why travelers go: “The new building was harmoniously integrated into the urban surroundings and the pre-existing spaces of the gardens, the Park and the Casa de Serralves, and has been inaugurated into the year 1999.”

Traveler tip: “Come early anyway though, the place is HUGE and you'll want to explore as much as possible!”

Why travelers go: “the construction began in 1416 to install here the monastery of Saint Clare brotherhood.”

Traveler tip: “Then you must walk down the ancient fortification wall for some great views (not for small children).”

Why travelers go: “This twinned church, built in the 1600s, actually is two parallel but separated churches, each with its own nave, chancel and side altars, Carmelitas to the left/West and Carmo to the right/East.”

Traveler tip: “Check the weather forecast before going, otherwise your view from the top of the tower will be limited.”

Why travelers go: “Each of the gardens is landscaped beautifully and have different statues and water features.”

Traveler tip: “Ignore the building works to check out the various views of the river from some of the viewing areas.”