Porto, Portugal City Travel Guide 2013: Attractions, Restaurants, and More... (repost)

For me, Porto is the most incredible city in all of Portugal. A simple stroll will showcase the city's beautiful architecture and comforting atmosphere.

Portuguese food is a huge aspect of the city, with the national culture and flair reverberating throughout the flavor and texture of the food. The restaurants were all amazing. O Paparico was memorable for its traditional "no sauce" rule. Yuko Tavern is a great place to learn how locals drink traditional Super Bock beer and how a real Francesinha is prepared. O Pai Ramiro had the best clam pasta that was accompanied by a green wine. At Café Guayany, visitors can sample several types of Francesinha that each have their own special touch. Foz Velha features an extensive selection of Port wines.

One unique feature of the city is the hills upon which it is located that help make the city a great place to explore by foot.

One often overlooked but unforgettable location is the ancient wall of Porto. The surrounding cities also offer great getaways. Vila Nova de Gaia contains numerous wineries, where visitors can learn about the bottling process and sample the wine.

Porto also has the most picturesque Riveria in Europe. Only two blocks away is Vinologia bar, where you can sample some smaller independent Porto wine producers. The owner of the bar is well versed in wine and can give the pallet a real lesson on Port wines.

This is a city that is full of surprises and worth several visits.