Do I need to rent a car in Porto?

No. The city is highly walkable and has an excellent public transport system. Parking is expensive and difficult to find.

Is English widely spoken?

Yes, most staff in restaurants, shops, and tourist sites speak excellent English.

What is the best way to get from the airport to the city?

Take the Metro (Line E, purple). It takes about 30 minutes and drops you at Trindade, which is central.

How to spend 3 days in Porto

Spend your first day exploring the Ribeira district and crossing the Dom Luís I Bridge. Dedicate your second day to wine tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia and your third to the coastal views of Foz do Douro.

Master the hills. Porto is steep. Skip the heels and pack broken-in walking shoes with good grip. The cobblestones are slippery, especially when wet.
Use the Metro and funicular. Buy a 'Andante' card at the airport or metro station. It works for all buses, the metro, and the funicular. Top it off with 10 euros to start.
Book your Livraria Lello slot. If you want to visit this famous bookstore, you must book a timed entry online at least 48 hours in advance, or you will not get in.
Eat lunch at 1:00 PM. Portuguese restaurants follow a strict schedule. If you arrive at 11:30 AM looking for lunch, you will find kitchens closed. Plan for dinner after 8:00 PM.

Do I need to rent a car in Porto?: No. The city is highly walkable and has an excellent public transport system. Parking is expensive and difficult to find.
Is English widely spoken?: Yes, most staff in restaurants, shops, and tourist sites speak excellent English.
What is the best way to get from the airport to the city?: Take the Metro (Line E, purple). It takes about 30 minutes and drops you at Trindade, which is central.