Massarelos
This relatively new roof terrace has swiftly become one of the hippest hang-outs in Massarelos, with knockout views of the river and Vila Nova de Gaia…
Must-see nightlife in Porto
Miragaia
Bottle lights illuminate this sleek bar and shop combo.The emphasis is on Portuguese craft beers, but there's also a solid global selection – with brews…
Foz do Douro
Right on the seafront, this shipshape pub catapults you back to the age of great maritime discoveries, with its warm, woody, lantern-lit interior. It's a…
Aliados & Bolhão
Vintage wallpaper, gilded mirrors and walls of books give a discreet charm to this nicely lit beer and wine bar. On weekends, DJs spin funk, soul, jazz…
Aliados & Bolhão
Part 1920s bookshop, part cafe-bar, this old-school charmer spills out onto the cobbled pavement – a terrific spot for people-watching and eavesdropping…
Boavista
This upscale, contemporary bar at the Sheraton is a sophisticated – if pricey – choice for coffee, cocktails and conversing. Head to the garden terrace…
Aliados & Bolhão
Located in an old warehouse, this is the gay dance hall of the moment, with some of the best electronic dance music in town and an often mixed crowd.
Miragaia
Skip the food and go for speciality teas at this bohemian cafe, with a verdant but rustic back garden where students and the gallery crowd sit around low…
Aliados & Bolhão
This slick, pared-down bar attracts an upbeat crowd with a splash of class, '80s and '90s pop and rock and 160 different kinds of gin. Try palate…
Aliados & Bolhão
In a handsomely designed throwback to the 1950s, this intimate cafe housed in a former warehouse hosts a good mixed gay and straight crowd. It's a retro…
Aliados & Bolhão
Something of a Porto stalwart on the Rua Cândido dos Reis, Plano B is where DJs and live bands hold court. Much like the crowd, the line-up is truly…
Aliados & Bolhão
Porto’s gay hot spot has live music, drag shows and go-go boys. It’s open very late. It's especially fun on late-night Sundays.
