10 Things To Do In Porto (Besides Drink Port)

Not so long ago, you could hit Porto’s main attractions in a day or two: Wander the Old Town, cross the Dom Luís I Bridge, sip some port, and voilà, Portugal’s second-largest city could be checked off the list. But in the past decade, Porto has reinvented itself, shedding its reputation as a staid wine town to become a travel destination in its own right. The city now boasts envelope-pushing restaurants, restored historic sites, and breathtaking beaches. Sure, you’ll still want to sip through centuries of history at the port lodges along the Douro River (Graham’s offers a particularly enjoyable tour), but after you’ve emptied your glass, seek out these ten activities to discover a different side of Porto. —Benjamin Kemper