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Porto

Portugal

Before You Go

When to Visit

April to October offers best weather (15-27°C/59-81°F). Summer is warm and lively. Fall brings grape harvest. Winter is mild but rainy.

Visa

Check requirements

EU/EEA citizens enter freely. US, Canadian, Australian citizens get 90-day visa-free stays in Schengen Area.

Getting There

Transportation

By Air: Porto Airport (OPO) 11km from center.

By Train: From Lisbon (3 hours) or across Europe.

Language

Communication

Portuguese is official. English widely spoken in tourist areas and wine lodges.

Currency

Money matters

Euro (EUR). Cards accepted widely, cash for smaller establishments.

Getting Around

Local transport

Metro: 6 lines covering city and suburbs (€1.30-2.60).

Trams: Scenic routes along river.

Walking: Ribeira and downtown very walkable (hilly).

From the Airport

Arrival info

Metro: Direct to center (30 min, €2).

Taxi/Uber: €20-30 (25 min).

Accommodations

Accommodations

Maison Albar Hotels Le Monumental Palace

Restored Belle Époque palace on Avenida dos Aliados. Grand luxury in Porto's historic center.