Boat tours in Porto
Porto looks different from the water. The most comfortable months are June to August, with highs around 77°F (25°C).
Photo: Rititaneves, CC BY-SA 3.0
Top boat tours in Porto
Porto: Tour on the Douro River in a Classic BoatFrom $48View 
Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Tour from Porto with Boat RideFrom $40View 
Porto:Douro River Boat tour under the 6 bridgesFrom $40View
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Local operators and places
Names that come up for boat tours in Porto:
- Douro river cruise
How to pick a good boat tour
- Decide between a shared boat (cheaper, fixed route) and a private charter (your pace, your stops).
- Ask whether the boat has shade. An open deck for three hours in summer is hard work.
- Morning departures usually have calmer water; afternoons can get windy and choppy.
- Check the cancellation rule for bad weather. Good operators rebook or refund if they cancel.
Porto month by month
Averages for Porto, 1981–2010.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 57 (14) | 59 (15) | 63 (17) | 65 (18) | 68 (20) | 74 (24) | 78 (25) | 78 (26) | 75 (24) | 69 (21) | 63 (17) | 58 (14) |
| Low °F (°C) | 41 (5) | 43 (6) | 46 (8) | 48 (9) | 53 (12) | 58 (15) | 61 (16) | 61 (16) | 58 (15) | 54 (12) | 48 (9) | 44 (7) |
| Rain, in | 5.8 | 4.4 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 3.5 | 1.6 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 2.8 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.1 |
| Sunset (15th) | 5:30 pm | 6:08 pm | 6:40 pm | 8:14 pm | 8:45 pm | 9:09 pm | 9:06 pm | 8:34 pm | 7:45 pm | 6:55 pm | 5:16 pm | 5:06 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for boat tours in Porto?
June to August. Expect highs around 77°F (25°C). The least comfortable months are January and December.
What time is sunset in Porto?
Sunset comes earliest in December, around 5:06 pm, and latest in June, around 9:09 pm. Pick a date in the planner above for the exact time.
Where can I book boat tours in Porto?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
