A Fábrica da Picaria - A Craft Beer Haven in Porto

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from the central Douro Valley area, take the N-222 road towards Porto. Follow the signs for Porto, and as you approach the city, merge onto the A1 highway. Take exit 6 towards Porto/Av. da Boavista. Keep right onto Rua de Júlio Dinis and continue straight until you reach Rua da Picaria. A Fábrica da Picaria will be located at Rua da Picaria 72, 4050-477 Porto. Parking is available in nearby public lots, but be prepared for potential fees.

• Train

  If you prefer public transportation, take a train from Peso da Régua or Pinhão to Porto São Bento station. The journey takes about 2 hours. Once you arrive at Porto São Bento, exit the station and head southwest on Rua de 31 de Janeiro. Turn left onto Rua de Passos Manuel and continue until you reach Avenida dos Aliados. From there, turn right onto Rua de Júlio Dinis, and then take a left onto Rua da Picaria. A Fábrica da Picaria is at number 72. Be sure to check the train schedules for departure times and ticket prices.

• Bus

  You can also take a bus from various towns in the Douro Valley to Porto. The Rede Expressos and FlixBus services operate routes that connect cities like Régua and Pinhão to Porto. Once you arrive at the Porto bus station, head to the nearest metro station (Campo 24 de Agosto) and take the metro to São Bento station. From São Bento, follow the directions provided in the train section to reach A Fábrica da Picaria. Keep in mind that bus tickets vary in price based on the distance.

• Taxi or Rideshare

  If you prefer a more direct route, consider using a taxi or rideshare service like Uber from your current location in the Douro Valley. Simply enter the address 'Rua da Picaria 72, 4050-477 Porto' in the app. This option is convenient but can be more expensive, especially for longer distances. Make sure to check fares before confirming your ride.