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Porto in June
Sao Joao on the night of June 23 is the city's biggest party. Book rooms for that week early.
The straight answer
June is one of the best months of the year to visit Porto. Sao Joao on the night of June 23 is the city's biggest party. Book rooms for that week early.
- Weather
- Warm, highs near 73F (23C)
- Crowds
- 4 of 5
- Prices
- 4 of 5
What June is like in Porto
June is warm, with highs near 73F (23C), and full of energy. The night of June 23 is Sao Joao, the city's biggest party, with grilled sardines, basil pots, plastic hammers, and fireworks over the Douro at midnight. Primavera Sound brings a big music festival to the seaside park in early to mid June. Crowds and prices are high.
It suits travelers who love festivals, long evenings, and crowds with a party spirit. Families can enjoy Sao Joao early in the evening. Note that June 24 is a holiday and many businesses close. If you want calmer streets, May or September are better.
Make the most of June
What is especially good about Porto this month.
Festa de Sao Joao
On June 23, the whole city is out in the streets eating sardines and tapping each other with plastic hammers. Fireworks light up the river at midnight.
Primavera Sound Porto
A major international music festival in the city's big seaside park. Dates vary, so check the year's lineup.
Evenings in Ribeira
Long light and warm nights make the waterfront the place to be after dinner.
What to pack for June
- Light summer clothes
- A light jacket for evenings by the river
- Comfortable shoes for crowded streets
- Sunscreen
Our timing tip
Book rooms for Sao Joao week early, and plan for many shops and museums to close on June 24.
Book Porto for June.
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- Hotels for June
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Vacation rentals in PortoWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in PortoTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Porto for June. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
What's on in June
Festa de Sao Joao
The night of June 23 into June 24 every year
Porto's biggest party: grilled sardines, basil pots, plastic hammers, and fireworks over the Douro at midnight.
Primavera Sound Porto
Early to mid June, varies by year
A major international music festival in the city's large seaside park.
Things to do in Porto
Ribeira and the Dom Luis I Bridge
Walk the upper deck at sunset for the classic view, then eat along the waterfront or cross into Gaia.
Port lodges in Vila Nova de Gaia
Taylor's, Graham's, Sandeman, and others offer cellar tours and tastings. Book ahead in summer.
Livraria Lello
A famous neo-Gothic bookshop with a crimson staircase. Entry is ticketed and timed; the first slot beats the lines.
Torre dos Clerigos
The Baroque bell tower with a climb to one of the best views over the city.
Serralves Foundation
A contemporary art museum, an Art Deco villa, and large gardens west of the center.
Palacio da Bolsa
The 19th century stock exchange with its gilded Arab Room, visited by guided tour.
Beat the crowds
- Book Livraria Lello for the first time slot of the day. By late morning, the line wraps around the block in summer.
- Stay in Cedofeita, Bonfim, or Boavista rather than the Ribeira for quieter nights and more local restaurants.
- Visit the Douro Valley on a weekday and go by train or with a small tour to avoid the big coach groups.
- Walk the Ribeira and bridge early in the morning. Cruise and tour groups arrive later in the day.
Know before you go
- Porto's major sights, port lodges, and museums are open all year. Winter hours are sometimes shorter.
- Some Douro Valley quintas and river cruises reduce operations in winter; check before planning a winter valley trip.
- Many museums close on Mondays. Public holidays like June 24 (Sao Joao) close many businesses in the city.
- Some restaurants close on Sundays, especially family-run places outside the tourist core.
Porto in June, quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Porto?
June is one of the best months of the year to visit Porto. Sao Joao on the night of June 23 is the city's biggest party. Book rooms for that week early.
What is the weather like in Porto in June?
Warm, highs near 73F (23C).
Is Porto crowded in June?
Porto is busy in June, though mornings and late afternoons stay workable.
What is happening in Porto in June?
Festa de Sao Joao (the night of june 23 into june 24 every year); Primavera Sound Porto (early to mid june, varies by year).
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