One side of Porto is built along the Douro River and another side borders the Atlantic Ocean. Needless to say, there is no shortage of shoreline and beaches to explore.
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If we’re interested in seeing something in Porto, chances are, so are many others. Because of Porto’s size, this can make some places feel very crowded at times. Craving a little more solitude to balance out the busy days, I took the opportunity to seek out some parks and gardens a bit off the beaten path. Here are a few of my favorites.
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It’s a tale of two cities. On the North side of the Douro River is Porto and on the South side is another city called Vila Nova de Gaia.
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Aveiro is a quiet dreamy city an hour train ride away from Porto. We came to check out the canals and waterways that lined the streets, but ended up being captivated by the little details that made this place a perfect day trip from Porto.
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The Linha do Douro is a train line that starts from Porto and goes along the Douro River and is said to be one of the most scenic train rides in Portugal.
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There is no shortage of churches, cathedrals, chapels, and former monasteries in Porto’s historic center. This post is just a small sampling of what can be found.
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Porto may be a small, walkable city, but be sure to bring a large, healthy appetite. The food ranges from some local specialties (the obvious port wine comes to mind) to some great Portuguese staples to a surprisingly thriving and tasty brunch culture.
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Monte Palace is not just a garden, it’s an experience. Descend into this fantastical world that masquerades as a mere “tropical garden”.
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With stunning ocean views and eight hectares of cultivated grounds, it’s no surprise that the Madeira Botanical Gardens is listed as one of the big sites to hit while visiting Funchal.
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After two full days of touring, it was time to settle our wandering selves into Funchal’s old town and take our time exploring the little details that make this place so pretty.
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The Madeira West Tour was named the “Peaks & Waterfalls Tour”, but that description didn’t cover all of the other things we discovered along the way on this 8 hour excursion.
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Madeira is approximately 740 square kilometers and can be driven all the way around in 4 hours. This volcanic island may be small, but it is jammed packed with beautiful sites all within a short distance of each other which means we’re not stuck for hours in buses, cars, or trains.
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