Porto
Porto is a picturesque city in northern Portugal, set on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Douro. It is the country's second largest metropolitan area, with a population of around 1.7 million across the wider agglomeration. It is famous for producing port wine, which has won recognition around the world. In the heart of the city you can admire the historic Ponte Dom Luis I bridge and the colourful houses of the Ribeira district. Average temperatures range from 10°C in winter to 25°C in summer. Porto is best visited in spring or autumn, when the weather is mild.
