Every building is covered in azulejos. Every meal ends with port. Porto is Lisbon's cooler, grittier sibling.
Restaurant
Café Santiago
R. de Passos Manuel 226, 4000-382 Porto, Portugal
The francesinha that makes you question all your life choices. Bread, steak, sausage, cheese, sauce. All of it.
Shop
Livraria Lello
R. das Carmelitas 144, 4050-161 Porto, Portugal
Yes, JK Rowling came here. Yes, it's packed. The staircase is still jaw-dropping. Go at opening.
Neighborhood
Ribeira District
Ribeira, Porto, Portugal
The postcard riverfront. Grab a bifana (pork sandwich) from any hole in the wall. Sit on the quay.
Bar
Graham's Port Lodge
Rua do Agro 141, 4400-003 Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Cross the bridge to Gaia. The terrace tasting overlooking Porto at sunset — peak Portugal moment.
Activity
Bolhão Market
R. Formosa 322, 4000-248 Porto, Portugal
Recently renovated but still has the old ladies selling cheese and flowers. The tripe stew stall is brave but worth it.
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