Experience in Porto, Portugal by Cláudia

What is it like to live in Porto? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Porto is a vibrant city with so many things to offer. The city has been chosen the best European place to visit for many times. It has an amazing nightlife, good food and very lovely people who welcome you with open arms!

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What is the student lifestyle like in Porto?

The students of Porto are very kind to foreign students. The student facilities are great, we have amazing libraries and a good landscape. The Erasmus network in Porto is huge and very active!

How much does it cost to live in Porto?

It's very cheap.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Porto? Is there any advice you can give?

It's not difficult, there are good rooms near the faculties.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

The food is just amazing! You have to try Francesinha (a very original sandwich), tripas à moda do Porto, tapas...

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What places would you recommend visiting in Porto?

• Serralves
• Torre dos Clérigos
• Palácio de Cristal
• Ribeira
• Cais de Gaia
• Jardim dos Clérigos
• Foz
• Gaia's beaches
• Parque da Cidade

Is it good to eat out in Porto? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

You can eat well and cheap anywhere in Porto. Some good places are:

• Munchie
• Baixa Burger
• Pasta Café
• Capa Negra
• Restaurante Cidade

Is the nightlife good in Porto? Where is good to go?

Yes! Go to Galerias de Paris where you find many bars with music and free entrance. Some night clubes - Pitch, Casa de Praia, Eskada, Villa...

What advice would you give future students heading to Porto?

Come to Porto and embrace the city - the city will embrace you anyway with its beauty and magic.