What to do if it rains in Porto: Eight plans that won’t ruin your Portugal getaway (even if it’s wet)

In the fall and winter, we’re much more likely to see rain as a companion when we’re on a getaway. To visit some beaches (how are you), may be the best thing that could happen to us, but if we’re going to kick a city, maybe it’ll be disenchanted. Unless we have waterproof plans.

Porto is one of the perfect places for a getaway any time of the year.. Near, an hour’s flight away (with price) low cost) and about 5 and a half hours by car from Madrid, the gastronomy is great, it has a lot of cultural offerings and is a city of cities. Portugal Beautiful with so much to discover.

And do not think that it lost its beauty with the rain. It is one of those places where the sun feels good and a cloudy or rainy day does not affect it. Nevertheless, we offer you some Plans that won’t be destroyed even if it’s the wettest day of the year in Porto.

Wander around the Ribera neighborhood

riverside neighborhoodOn the shore of Duero, it’s a beauty medieval streets with colorful houses and historical weather that earns points with rain. The water on its facade, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, causes the colors to become more saturated and offers us a unique, almost magical walk. Don’t be overwhelmed by the rain, all you have to do is a raincoat like this (which is nice too) and that’s it.

Tasting of DO Port wines

Whether it’s a rainy day or not, this plan should be among your choices when visiting Porto yes or yes. doing you Escape to any of the Duero wineries and moving to Vila nova de Gaia is a great idea. Caves Cálem, the famous Bodega, with a visit and wine tasting and a fado show Sandeman or gorgeous Graham’sWith stunning Porto views and an amazing restaurant are just a few of the options in town.

Visit the Palacio da Bolsa

This neoclassical building was built in 1842 on the ruins of a Franciscan monastery, but opened half a century later, in 1891. It has a lot of history (we recommend the audio guide or guided tour), but better is inside.

The Gold Room, covered with gold leaf; wood-clad General Assembly Hall; Y gorgeous Moorish style Arabian Room (inspiration Alhambra), more than enough reason to visit inside.

Gourmet market of Vila nova de Gaia

This gourmet market on the banks of the Douro is so close to Porto (10 minutes by car) it’s worth a visit especially if it’s a rainy day and if we want to take shelter and enjoy a gastronomic plan. Has a wide offer to go from traditional Portuguese dishes to hamburgerssweets and sushi.

Tiles of Sao Bento central station

Porto is famous for its beautiful tiles, among other things. They don’t shine as much on rainy days, but we can enjoy them just as much. São Bento central train station, whose building is as beautiful outside as it is inside.

One of the most stunning stations in all of Portugal and a must-see. More than 20,000 tiles are hidden in its hall, on which the history of the country is depicted.

Spend the morning at the Lello bookstore

great as well EdinburghJK Rowling was inspired by Portugal to write her legend. Harry Potterand this bookstore in a Gothic Revival building built in 1906 is one such example. Antique details, thousands of books, the sun-drenched stained glass window and the beautiful wooden staircase in the center make this bookstore a place to stay.

Ride on an old tram

Maybe the rain is the excuse we need to start a great plan. explore the city in a different way. We can use any of the three available lines (line 1, 18 or 22) and enjoy the view in comfort and shelter from the rain.

Panoramic view of Porto protected from rain

The Clérigos Church, built between 1735 and 1748, has an impressive baroque style and Clérigos Tower, one of Porto’s most emblematic monuments.

It is 76 meters high and has more than 240 steps that will take us to one of the most beautiful panoramic views of Porto. Yes, we do not recommend going up if there is a lot of fog or if it rains heavily. You would then do all the physical exercises to climb without touching the views.

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