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Porto is all about majestic Medieval districts and the winding Douro River

There's something truly unforgettable about the way the handsome Ribeira district cascades down the banks of the Douro River, tumbling in rows of age-stained mansions and ice cream-coloured facades to the port cellars beneath. There's also something majestic about the way the great Dom Luis Bridge arches over the currents with its blue-hued metal girders, and something enticing about the way the mercados bustle with fish sellers and fruit farmers. This is Porto, Portugal's second city. Proud and defiant in the face of Lisbon, it touts its cheesy francesinha sandwiches, scenic beachfronts and wild nightlife for all to see. And there are some truly enchanting Porto holiday rentals up for grabs from ebookers, so you can settle in for a memorable experience.

Why book Porto holiday rentals with ebookers?

If you don’t really like the idea of being just another tourist in this charming city of antique UNESCO-recognised landmarks and hidden port cellars, then it might be worth considering booking holiday rentals in Porto over a traditional hotel. In fact, the benefits of having your very own pad here can't be overstated. You'll have private lounge spaces to relax in after long walking routes around Ribeira or hiking trips to see the sunset over the Foz do Douro. You'll have a kitchen to cook up a feast of Portuguese treats fresh from the local markets. And there’s also the perk of having plenty of room to stash your holiday wear and surfing gear.

Top things to do in Porto

Porto is a patchwork of historic districts, each with their own charms and line up of things to do. The UNESCO-attested area of Ribeira is always an excellent place to begin. A map is handy there, what with its warren of alleyways and hidden plazas, all rolling down a steep hillside towards the riverbanks. Then there's the waterside quays of Vila Nova de Gaia, and the smattering of handsome Azulejo-fronted churches that dot the cobbles of Vitoria. The newer side of town can be found in Boavista, where the mind-boggling works of the modern art museum lurk and the beginnings of the beautiful Foz do Douro coastline will invite you to explore further.

Getting around in Porto

The Porto Metro is likely to be your go-to solution for getting around the city. If you're thinking about booking holiday apartments in Porto that are on the outskirts, then it's certainly worth looking for somewhere which has proximity to a station on the network. That way, you can whizz over the light rail and through the underground links to the historic areas in no time. Local buses also cross the centre. Links on Route 500 are certainly worth noting because they pass most of the major museums and sights in the Ribeira quarter. Meanwhile, hiring a car is a great choice if your Porto holiday apartments are out on the beautiful Foz do Douro road or elsewhere in the nearby countryside.