9 valentines ideas in porto in 2026 💘

looking for something different this valentine’s day (or “dia dos namorados” as locals call it)? here are 9 ideas in porto — from creative dates to cozy dinners, all easy, fun and a bit special 💘

each of you gets a tile and one mission: paint each other without looking. expect laughs, surprises and… abstract art. (no peeking allowed 😏)

🕒 times: 10:30am and 4:30pm
⏳ duration: 1h
📍 location: ollarisca
💰 45€ per couple. included: one bottle of murganheira sparkling wine (375ml per couple) + 2 heart-shaped arcádia chocolates per person.

more information here.

a glamorous night with burlesque vibes, mystery and a bit of magic. dinner and show included — perfect if you want something bold and different.

🕒 time: 8:30 pm for dinner. for show only, arrive after 9:30 pm
⏳ estimated duration: 2h30
📍 location: mxm artcenter
💰 75-85€ per person

more information and bookings here.

dim lights, powerful voices and pure emotion. a classic porto experience, especially romantic in a small setting.

🕒 6pm or 7:30pm
⏳1 hour
📍fado maior do porto
💰 21€ per person

more information here.

climb the tower at night and celebrate love with sparkling wine, chocolates and one of the best views in the city.

🕒 6:30pm to 10:30pm
⏳30min
📍clérigos tower
💰 25€ per couple (includes night climb ticket + sparkling wine + chocolates + souvenir + photograph at the top)

more information here.

four chocolates, four port wines, guided tasting. you’ll learn why this combo just works — and taste your way through it.

🕒 5pm
⏳duration not specified
📍wow porto
💰 40€ per adult

more information here.

for football lovers (or curious partners). explore the museum and visit the stadium — visits happen every hour.

🕒 10am to 7pm, stadium visit every hour
⏳flexible
📍fc porto dragão football stadium and museum
💰 25€ per couple

more information here.

one big canvas, lots of paint, zero pressure. you’ll be guided by a teacher and can even take the artwork home ready to hang.

🕒 4pm
⏳duration: 3 hours
📍action painting
💰95€ per couple

more information here.

a sensory workshop focused on aroma, texture and origin. short, sweet and surprisingly interesting.

🕒 11:30am
⏳duration not specified
📍wow porto
💰 10€ per adult

book it here.

candles, live saxophone and a 9-moment tasting menu. intimate, romantic and perfect if food is your love language.

🕒 7-11pm
⏳duration not specified
📍alto restaurant
💰 55€ per adult

book it here.

whatever you choose, the best plan is the one you enjoy together. happy valentine’s 💌