Porto: the gateway to the magic of Christmas markets.

In December, the streets come alive and fill with people, even in the cold weather of the North. 

The lights, aromas, music, and decorations in the cities transform each place into an enchanting setting. To help you experience this Christmas season in the best way possible, we offer four suggestions.

1. Start with the city where you are staying! Downtown Porto takes center stage with its Christmas tree on Avenida dos Aliados and all the surrounding lights. Take the opportunity to shop at local stores and taste traditional sweets. 

2. Across the river, WOW Porto (World of Wine) creates a true “Christmas of Dreams” – with a Christmas village, activities for families, concerts, and themed spaces, it is undoubtedly a place to visit. 

3. About 1 hour and 15 minutes from Porto, Águeda is one of Portugal's best-known Christmas destinations - here you will find both the country's largest Santa Claus and the smallest!

4. If you want to experience the Christmas spirit in style without going too far, a 2-hour drive will take you to the city of Vigo, where you will find a spectacle of color and entertainment, with fairs, attractions, and contagious energy.

Book your stay with us and discover the most magical Christmas in northern Portugal from the heart of Porto.