Portugal

Day trips from Porto

Places you can visit in a day from Porto and be back by evening. Distances are in a straight line from the city centre.

Best day trips

1

Braga Cathedral and Bom Jesus Sanctuary
49 km from Porto
Braga Cathedral is a medieval church with a baroque façade, and Bom Jesus Sanctuary offers a notable pilgrimage site nearby.
2

Douro Valley – Peso da Régua and Pinhão (wine region viewpoint)
37 km from Porto
Peso da Régua and Pinhão provide scenic river views and vineyards, ideal for a quick wine region stop.
3

Arouca Geopark – Arouca 516 Suspension Bridge
39 km from Porto
Arouca Geopark’s 516‑metre suspension bridge spans a deep valley, giving a dramatic walk over the river.
4

Espinho – Praia de Espinho
15 km from Porto
Praia de Espinho is a long sandy beach with a promenade, good for a seaside break.