Porto
River City with Soul
Porto is relaxed and classy: Douro views, wine tastings, tiled lanes and cosy bars. A chilled hen do that still makes memories.
Perfect for…
✔ Port & wine tastings, river cruises and cute terraces
✔ Compact old town, easy to explore as a group
✔ Great value dining and boutique stays
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Choose a Porto hen weekend for slower mornings and golden evenings. Cruise the Douro, sample port in historic lodges, and photograph the azulejo tiles between cafes and viewpoints.
Evenings mean petiscos, candlelit wine bars and a handful of intimate clubs. It’s walkable, friendly and easy on the budget. Perfect for a refined celebration with just enough nightlife.
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Nightlife
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Relaxation
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Food
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Culture
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Budget
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Things to do in Porto
From Douro days to late-night tascas, here’s a taste of what Porto hen weekends can include.
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Take to the water aboard a beautiful sailing yacht and enjoy Porto from a completely different perspective. Relax with friends while cruising along the Douro River.
What's included:
Sailing experience
Professional skipper
Scenic Douro River cruise
Incredible city views
A relaxing activity that offers some of the best photo opportunities in Porto.
Visit one of Porto's most famous Port wine cellars and discover the history behind Portugal's iconic fortified wine before enjoying a guided tasting.
What's included:
Graham's Cellar tour
Guided Port tasting
Historic wine cellars
Expert wine guide
An essential Porto experience for wine lovers.
Taste your way around Porto's historic centre with a guided food tour showcasing authentic Portuguese cuisine, hidden gems and local specialities.
What's included:
Guided walking tour
Multiple food tastings
Local delicacies
Cultural insights
One of the best ways to experience Porto like a local.
Shake, stir and pour your own cocktails during this interactive workshop led by professional bartenders. Learn new skills while enjoying plenty of laughs with your group.
What's included:
Cocktail masterclass
Professional bartender
All ingredients provided
Cocktails to enjoy
Perfect for hens, birthdays and team events.
Sample expertly crafted gin and tonics or signature cocktails during this relaxed tasting experience in Porto. Perfect for groups looking to enjoy local flavours before a night out.
What's included:
Guided tasting session
Selection of premium drinks
Expert host
Local recommendations
A sophisticated addition to your Porto itinerary.
Explore Porto while enjoying drinks aboard the famous Beer Bike. Your group pedals together as music plays and the city passes by, creating one of Porto's most entertaining group activities.
What's included:
Beer Bike hire
Drinks onboard
Music system
Dedicated driver
Great fun for stag parties, hens and birthdays.
Travel through Porto in style with a luxury limousine experience. Perfect for birthdays, stag weekends and celebrations, this VIP ride lets your group enjoy the city's highlights with a glass in hand.
What's included:
Luxury limousine hire
Professional chauffeur
Drinks onboard
City sightseeing route
A memorable VIP experience before heading into Porto's nightlife.
Learn how to make Portugal's famous Pastel de Nata from scratch with a hands-on baking class. A fun cultural experience that finishes with tasting your freshly baked creations.
What's included:
Professional baking class
Ingredients provided
Make authentic Pastéis de Nata
Fresh tasting session
A delicious activity perfect for food lovers.
Relax and recharge with a luxury spa experience in Porto. Ideal after a night out or before a big evening, this is the perfect way to unwind during your city break.
What's included:
Spa access
Wellness facilities
Relaxation areas
Optional treatments available
A peaceful escape from the city's lively atmosphere.
Party on the Douro River aboard one of Porto's most popular boat experiences. Enjoy live DJs, incredible city views and an unbeatable atmosphere as you cruise along the waterfront.
What's included:
Boat party cruise
Live DJ
Drinks available onboard
Stunning Douro River views
A must-do daytime party for groups visiting Porto.
Discover Porto's best nightlife with a guided pub crawl featuring lively bars, exclusive drink deals and nightclub entry. Ideal for meeting other travellers and experiencing the city's party scene.
What's included:
Guided bar crawl
Welcome drink
Drinks promotions
VIP nightclub entry
One of the most popular nightlife experiences in Porto.
Experience Portugal's most famous musical tradition with an authentic Fado performance in the heart of Porto. An unforgettable evening of culture, music and emotion.
What's included:
Live Fado performance
Reserved seating
Traditional Portuguese atmosphere
One of the city's most authentic cultural experiences.
Kick-start your Porto nightlife onboard the famous Disco Bus, where the party starts before you even reach the clubs. With music, drinks and an electric atmosphere, it's the perfect warm-up for an unforgettable night out.
What's included:
Party bus through Porto
Music and nightclub atmosphere onboard
Welcome drink
Entry to selected nightlife venues
The ultimate way to start a stag, hen or group night in Porto.
More about Porto
Here are some of our articles which will help answer any other questions you may have on Porto as a hen destination.
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Experience one of Porto's best-known nightclubs with VIP entry to Eskada. Dance until the early hours in one of the city's premier nightlife venues.
What's included:
VIP nightclub entry
Access to Eskada Club
Premium party atmosphere
A fantastic choice for groups wanting to experience Porto after dark.