Beach·Porto & North

Praia de Matosinhos

Porto's city beach — a long flat sand with a consistent beach break and surf schools lining the promenade, saltwater pool and all.

RecommendedA strong, worthwhile addition.

Skip the tan and head here only if you are a beginner surfer needing a quick, accessible wave break minutes from central Porto.

Best time to go

Year-round surf; summer for swimming.

Surf

Known surf break

Car

Not needed

Transit

Metro from Porto (Trindade) to Matosinhos Sul, 30 minutes.

Price

Free

Why go

The easiest surf in the north: lessons on tap, a metro ride from downtown Porto, and a beach that works year-round.