Things to Do in Northern Portugal in 2026

A nighttime view of a bridge over water, with illuminated buildings and a hill in the background.

A grand staircase in a library surrounded by bookshelves.

A historic building with ornate architecture, a pond with a sculpture, and lush greenery.

A river flowing through a rocky gorge surrounded by dense forest.

A grand staircase in a library with ornate wooden architecture and bookshelves on either side.

Things to do

Viana do Castelo Clay Ceramics and Tea Workshop

$43

per adult

BARCELOS Tour - Half-Day

$80

per adult

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Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch

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Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)

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From Porto: Waterfall, Lagoon, Old Village in Gerês National Park

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Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise

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Porto: Pastel de Nata Cooking Class with Porto Wine (Sé do Porto)

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Recommended things to do in Northern Portugal

Number of things to do	38
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Viana do Castelo Costume Museum: $3
Top 5 things to do	Visit to Gil Eannes hospital Ship Museum Viana do Castelo Costume Museum From Porto: Viana do Castelo Braga and Guimarães Day Tour Peneda Gerês: 2.5-Hour Star Canyoning Adventure Visit to Gil Eannes hospital Ship Museum
Under $25	Visit to Gil Eannes hospital Ship Museum Viana do Castelo Costume Museum Visit to Gil Eannes hospital Ship Museum Museum of Decorative Arts - Viana do Castelo Barcelos: live artisan demonstration + drink and snack
With kids	Visit to Gil Eannes hospital Ship Museum Viana do Castelo Costume Museum From Porto: Viana do Castelo Braga and Guimarães Day Tour Peneda Gerês: 2.5-Hour Star Canyoning Adventure Visit to Gil Eannes hospital Ship Museum

What to do in Northern Portugal

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Porto Historic Center

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You can learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória during your trip to a top site like Porto Historic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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