Ah, the enchanting voyage down the Douro River! If you find yourself on a delightful river cruise through the ancient Douro Valley, one of the world\u2019s oldest wine regions, consider yourself fortunate. This picturesque river flows from Spain, meandering through the scenic landscapes of northern Portugal until it reaches the captivating coastal city of Porto on the Atlantic shores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many companies offer multi-night cruises up the river, all the way to the Spanish border. This makes it such an easy way to explore various Portuguese cities along the river – Porto included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Days on a cruise slip by as easily as drinking a port wine… but then your stomach starts growling and you realize: it’s time to eat! Most river cruise lines offer various meals a day. You can gather at linen-covered tables and toast with amazing Portuguese wines. There’s always a friendly crew available to offer the leisure of lunch onboard and, in between courses, you can enjoy the beauty of the cities from the deck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But eating in the same dining room can grow tiresome, right? That’s why we suggest you \u200bstep off the riverboat to sample local foods and drinks and mingle with locals at Porto restaurants<\/a> and local wine bars<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, where should you dock and dine in Porto, you ask? Well, it depends. The river cruise boats are stationed on either side of the Douro River: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Depending on where your riverboat docks, Porto’s historic center or Gaia, we’ve selected four outstanding dining options within walking distance or a quick Uber ride. Join us as we embark on this culinary adventure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ricardo Costa, the Chef, has no fewer than 2 Michelin stars under his belt. Many define his cuisine as \u201csophisticated Portuguese cuisine\u201d. If you want to know more about him, we invite you to read this conversation between Taste Porto and Ricardo Costa<\/a>.Dock and dine in Porto: Where do River Cruise Ships Dock in town?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\n
If your ship docks on Gaia’s quay, prepare to be wowed by these two extraordinary options:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Yeatman<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Besides food and wine, The Yeatman is a luxury wine hotel and spa; and a landmark in the world of luxury hotels. At the Yeatman restaurant, wines are also sold by the glass – this means that you can create your own pairings if you\u2019d prefer not to go with what your sommelier recommends. And now, look at these extraordinary views of Porto!<\/p>\n\n