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Don’t let wet weather dampen your spirits, some of the best things to do in Porto are perfect for rainy days. From the neo-Gothic Livraria Lello to the golden interior of São Francisco Church, many landmarks in Porto provide shelter from a storm. Whether browsing bustling markets or exploring museums, these nine things to do in Porto when it rains will keep you entertained.

It’s officially Christmas in Porto come December 1 when the holiday lights switch on, illuminating main streets like Avenida dos Aliados and Rua de Santa Caterina. December is packed with Christmas markets, celebratory concerts, and other family-friendly activities in Porto.

Find handmade gifts and try bolo rei (Portuguese Christmas cake) at the Cordoaria’s Garden Christmas Market, combine a Santa meet–and–greet with a wine tasting at WOW Porto, or enjoy a traditional Portuguese dinner on the scenic Douro River. Here are six festive ways to enjoy the best things to do in Porto at Christmas time.

Everything you need to know about Christmas in Porto

Best holiday market: Porto Christmas Market in Cordoaria Garden
Average temperature: A high of 14 C (58 F) and low of 7 C (44 F)
Key holiday days: On Feast of the Immaculate Conception (December 8), Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (December 24–25), and Feast of the Holy Innocents (December 28) most businesses are closed.
Best Christmas activities for kids: WOW Porto and the Christmas Village in Matosinhos

Are you looking for summer activities in Porto? Good news, as this northern Portuguese city is at its absolute best when the sun is shining. Those famous landmarks look great in good weather, there are plenty of choices for family fun in the sun, and even the food seems to taste better.

This summer guide helps you discover the best activities for your vacation in Porto. Sit back and relax on a comfortable boat trip down the river Douro or get your heart rate up with a kayak adventure at the Peneda-Gerês Park or a quad bike tour around the Serros do Porto mountains. Discover the beauty of the natural areas around the city with surfing, river tours, and all kinds of watersports and embrace the magic of Porto in summer - here are the 10 best summer activities to do.

There's so much to see and do in Porto. It's easy to spend days visiting the famous landmarks, exploring history and art at the museums, and dining out on delicious Portuguese food. However, you'll enjoy a much richer cultural experience if you venture off the beaten path to discover hidden gems in Porto.

This guide to hidden places will show you how to see another side of this beautiful Portuguese city. You can take walking tours to see street art or the locals' favorite food. There are some secret places, like the old prison that's now a museum, as well as little-known experiences at famous monuments like the Clerigos Tower. If you want to discover a brand new side to Porto, this is the guide for you.