The petite Portuguese city of Porto has a lot going for it: history, culture, cuisine, nightlife and a pretty city centre plastered with beautifully decorated tiles. You’d be forgiven for not wanting to venture any further.

If you do have more than 48 hours in Porto however, then you’ll find a whole array of interesting day trip destinations, all just a few hours away. From the vineyards of the Douro Valley to the colourful boats of Aveiro and expansive stretch of sand at Matosinhos Beach, there’s lots to discover.

Read the full article, originally written for Avis Inspires: Exploring Beyond Porto’s Parameters