From Porto to Guimaraes

Start your morning at Café Piolho, which has a rich history, primarily known for its Francesinha - a sandwich with cheese, meat, and ham in sauce.
The menu is in three languages (Portuguese, English and French). The portions are huge.

Capella dos or Capella Santa Catarina is located near the Bolhão market and the famous Sao Bento train station on the pedestrian street of S. Catarina.
This building is interesting for its decorations, architectural features and the 360 square meters on the facade of the building lined with azulejo tiles in sky-blue shades, which tells the story of the lives of Francis of Assisi and Santa Catarina.

This is where you will learn the most interesting things about the traditional production of port.
The tour will show you the details of the production and offer you to taste and buy some of the best varieties.
It is better to arrange for the tour and visit in advance.

The romantic garden overlooking Porto is a favorite place for tourists and locals.
It is also a beautiful place to contemplate the sunset. You can go here for a picnic and enjoy peace and tranquility.
It's easy to get there by cable car.
You can also walk down to the promenade by going down the stairs to the left of the funicular.
There are wonderful views on the way down.

Another lovely restaurant where you can have lunch after a walk in the lovely garden.
Note the first courses on the menu, as well as the carpaccio, tuna and seafood bruschetta. There is a full range of drinks, beer and wine.
Hours of operation: Tuesday: 7:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday: 12:00 to 3:00 p.m., 7:00 to 11:30 p.m. Monday: weekend

The Botanical Garden is one of the most picturesque parks in the city.
It is a small area of about 4,000 square meters, divided into several thematic zones.
At the end of the XVIII century, it belonged to the Order of Christ, after which it became the property of João Salaberta, then the family of the poetess Sofia de Mello Brainerd lived here for a long time.
In 1951 it was sold to the University of Porto, so the old interiors of the house have not survived, but anyone can go inside and have a look around.

Visit one of Portugal's most popular and important museums, Soares dores Reis.
It is located in the building of the Carrancas Palace.
It houses a rich collection of national fine art from the Romantic to the Modern period, including an important collection of works by António Soares dos Reis himself, the sculptor after whom the museum is named.
Hours of operation: Tuesday: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00-18:00 Monday: off

Before dinner, take a walk in this picturesque park in the center of town. It was designed back in 1857. Today you can have a great time in it and take a stroll along the small pond.

It is also worth a visit to the Mediterranean restaurant Flow.
Given that the place is popular with locals and tourists, it is better to book a table in advance.
If you like to sit outdoors, you can book a table on the patio.
Visitors highlight a variety of sushi and sashimi and the freshest fish.
Keep in mind, the restaurant is closed on Sunday.

After dinner, on your way to the next podium, remember the impressions you received today. In your next place of residence, enjoy the atmosphere of an ancient Augustinian monastery of the XII century, restored and equipped specifically for your comfort. Its atmosphere and history have been carefully preserved by the restorers, but supplemented by modern equipment and comfortable interiors with a view of the ancient part of the Himarayans. The next day, you'll also be moving to another hotel, so enjoy all the amenities of the osada, and stay longer from morning onwards in the hotel's room or restaurant for breakfast.