Foz do Douro
Neighbourhood · Foz do Douro, Porto

Foz do Douro

Photo: Vitor Oliveira from Torres Vedras, PORTUGAL · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Foz do Douro is a residential area at the river mouth with a promenade, beaches and parks. The Farol da Foz lighthouse stands at the tip. Walkers follow the riverfront path or visit Praia dos Ingleses.

On day 3 of Porto: Weekend Escape

Good to know

Tickets
No tickets required for public areas.
Time needed
Two to four hours for the promenade and beaches.
Best time
Morning or late afternoon in summer.
Getting there
Tram line 1 or bus 500 from central Porto.

Itineraries with Foz do Douro

Day 3 of Porto: Weekend Escape

Serralves and Foz

How Foz do Douro fits into a day.
  1. 10:00SerralvesBoavista
  2. 14:30Foz do DouroFoz
  3. 18:00MatosinhosMatosinhos
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Foz do Douro questions

What is Foz do Douro known for?

It is known for its river mouth location, beaches and seafront promenade.

How do I get to Foz do Douro?

Tram line 1 runs from the city center. Several buses also serve the area.

Are there beaches in Foz do Douro?

Yes. Praia dos Ingleses and Praia da Foz are the main ones.

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