Explore Porto & Portugal with Cooltour Oporto

In 2026, Baixo Alentejo will be highlighted as European Wine City by RECEVIN, celebrating a year of wine events and cultural experiences. The recognition honors a region in southern Portugal where over 2,000 years of winemaking history remain alive, especially through the ancient tradition of Vinho de Talha, still produced today in clay amphorae as in Roman times.

Explore Portugal region by region with this master travel guide, covering 10 destinations from historic cities and wine landscapes to coastal regions and Atlantic islands. Find what to see, where to eat, itinerary ideas, day trips, and practical travel tips for planning a well-balanced and meaningful journey across Portugal.

The Douro Valley is a UNESCO-listed wine region in Portugal, famed for its dramatic terraced vineyards, historic estates, and centuries-old winemaking traditions as the birthplace of Port wine, offering a rich blend of scenic river landscapes, charming villages like Pinhão and Peso da Régua, and immersive experiences through wine, culture, and history.

Porto is a historic northern Portuguese city known for its UNESCO-listed old town, Ribeira riverfront, Port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia, and proximity to the Douro Valley. The guide outlines top sights, food to try, viewpoints, day trips, and practical tips for first-time visitors. 

Find the best eco hotels and sustainable stays in Portugal, from solar-powered retreats and organic farm stays to forest lodges and beachside eco-resorts. This curated guide includes 100 handpicked accommodations across every region, helping you travel responsibly without giving up comfort or style.

Porto is leading Portugal’s urban shift toward sustainability — blending historic charm with green innovation. From boutique hotels with eco-certifications to renovated townhouses and riverside retreats, the city offers conscious travelers stylish and responsible ways to stay. Whether you're exploring car-free neighborhoods or enjoying a rooftop garden with Douro views, Porto proves that sustainability and culture go hand in hand.

 Portugal offers one of Europe’s most diverse New Year’s Eve experiences, from the world-famous fireworks of Madeira and Lisbon’s massive riverside concerts to the sunny Algarve, the cultural charm of Porto, and the peaceful landscapes of the Douro Valley, Azores and Alentejo.

Porto’s New Year’s Eve 2025/2026 offers everything from free fireworks at Aliados to glamorous gala dinners, techno raves, and cultural performances across the city. This guide highlights the best parties, dinners, events, and insider tips.

Porto transforms into a magical winter wonderland during Christmas 2025, with dazzling lights, festive concerts, charming markets, and seasonal treats spread across the city. This guide helps you discover the best events, markets, and local shops—plus insider tips through the Cooltour Oporto APP and authentic holiday flavors on our Food Tours.

The Alentejo is Portugal’s slow-travel heartland, a region of golden plains, whitewashed villages, wild coastlines and deep rural traditions. This guide highlights the best places to visit, hidden gems, food, wine and curated tours to help you experience the Alentejo at its most authentic.