5 bars with a magnificent view in Porto

Dick Yeatman was a well-known British personality within the port wine trade. This bar named after him is housed in Porto’s most luxurious hotel, The Yeatman. Set on a hilltop in Gaia, you are guaranteed to enjoy the very best panoramic views across the River Douro and downtown from its terrace.

Nestled alongside Porto’s medieval city wall (Muralha Fernandina), this incredibly humble spot belongs to local football team Guindalense. The view over the river and the bridge is really special. If you’re up for a bit of exercise, get here by walking up the steep alleyways from the riverfront. It’s a gem of a walk. Otherwise, take the funicular railway.

This little bar is located next to Lello bookstore but, thanks to its easy-to-miss entrance it manages to feel like a hidden local secret. It has a charming balcony overlooking Torre dos Clérigos. The bar is open till late with retro furnishings, eclectic DJs, live music and a relaxed, cool vibe.

This unique terraced bar is built on the pillar ruins of the former Pênsil Bridge, which was dismantled in 1887 following the opening of Dom Luís I Bridge just a few metres away. Bar Ponte Pênsil boasts postcard-like views of the riverfront, and the sunset here is hard to beat.

Don’t miss out on having a drink at Angel’s Share Wine Bar after visiting the World of Wine experience in Gaia. The bar has marvellous views of the Douro River, and you can sample excellent wines served by the glass, paired with a meat and cheese board.