Alone in Porto. Straight answers.

Where can I meet people in Porto if I just moved?

Pick one low-pressure event this week and go twice; our Porto listings include 4 that suit newcomers.

• Drink & Draw, drawing evening at Capela Incomum, Porto — Capela Incomum, Fri 20 Nov, 19:00
• Caminhos do Romântico: Massarelos bridges walk, Porto — Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, Sat 21 Nov, 14:30
• Clube de Conversacao de Linguas Romanicas (Parlons francais / Falemos portugues) — Monday, 19:00; Shopping Cidade do Porto

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Free things to do alone in Porto this week

Porto has 2 free listings this week; these are the soonest and most varied.

• Guided visit, Biblioteca de Poesia Eugénio de Andrade, Porto — Biblioteca de Poesia Eugénio de Andrade, Tue 17 Nov, 10:30, free
• Maguy Marin, Repertório(s), talk at Teatro Nacional São João, Porto — Teatro Nacional São João, Sat 21 Nov, 16:00, free

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Are there language cafés or conversation groups in Porto?

Yes: we list 1 language café, exchange or conversation group for Porto, all regular meet-ups.

• Clube de Conversacao de Linguas Romanicas (Parlons francais / Falemos portugues) — Monday, 19:00; Shopping Cidade do Porto

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Where can I try padel in Porto without my own partner?

Beginners are catered for: 1 padel session in Porto is open to newcomers or mixed levels.

• Quinta de Monserrate - Parque da Cidade — padel beginner clinic; level: adult social programme; EUR 20 / EUR 25

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Where can I play board games in Porto on my own?

You can walk in alone: we list 2 such places in Porto.

• Portal - Board Game Cafe & Bar — board-game cafe; various; 3 EUR fee
• Associação Quebra-Dados — board-game cafe; various; 1.50 EUR per player

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Rainy evening in Porto: what can I do alone indoors?

Pick a talk, concert or club night under a roof; we list 8 such evenings in Porto over the next 14 days and 2 game cafés.

• Drink & Draw, drawing evening at Capela Incomum, Porto — Capela Incomum, Fri 20 Nov, 19:00
• As Três da Manhã ao vivo, radio comedy show, Coliseu Porto Ageas — Coliseu Porto Ageas, Sala Principal, Fri 20 Nov, 21:30
• DJ Symphonic and Royal Film Concert Orchestra, Coliseu Porto — Coliseu Porto Ageas, Sala Principal, Sun 22 Nov, 21:00
• Portal - Board Game Cafe & Bar — board-game cafe; various; 3 EUR fee
• Associação Quebra-Dados — board-game cafe; various; 1.50 EUR per player

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Is Porto good for solo travellers at night?

For company after dark, Porto offers 11 evening listings in our data. Safety varies by area, so ask your accommodation about local tips.

• Drink & Draw, drawing evening at Capela Incomum, Porto — Capela Incomum, Fri 20 Nov, 19:00
• As Três da Manhã ao vivo, radio comedy show, Coliseu Porto Ageas — Coliseu Porto Ageas, Sala Principal, Fri 20 Nov, 21:30
• DJ Symphonic and Royal Film Concert Orchestra, Coliseu Porto — Coliseu Porto Ageas, Sala Principal, Sun 22 Nov, 21:00
• Clube de Conversacao de Linguas Romanicas (Parlons francais / Falemos portugues) — Monday, 19:00; Shopping Cidade do Porto

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What walking groups are there in Porto for someone on their own?

Porto has 2 guided walks coming up that you can join alone.

• Caminhos do Romântico: Massarelos bridges walk, Porto — Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, Sat 21 Nov, 14:30
• Guided walk, Christmas nativity scenes, Clérigos, Porto — Igreja dos Clérigos, Sat 26 Dec, 15:00, free

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Is there live music in Porto that doesn't cost anything?

Yes: 7 free music events in Porto are in our listings.

• Há Fado no Mercado, fado with Ana Cristina, Bolhão Market, Porto — Mercado do Bolhão, Wed 25 Nov, 20:00, free
• Hampus Lindwall, Spheres Collapser organ concert, Cedofeita, Porto — Igreja Paroquial de Cedofeita, Sat 28 Nov, 19:00, free
• Hora de Ponta, wine listening hour, Fonoteca Municipal, Porto — Fonoteca Municipal do Porto, Wed 16 Dec, 18:00, free
• Há Fado no Mercado, fado evening, Mercado do Bolhão, Porto — Mercado do Bolhão restaurants, Wed 16 Dec, 20:00, free

Where can I do a workshop or make something in Porto?

We list 2 workshop-style events in Porto.

• Drink & Draw, drawing evening at Capela Incomum, Porto — Capela Incomum, Fri 20 Nov, 19:00
• Encadernação Japonesa, bookbinding workshop at Oficina Mescla, Porto — Oficina Mescla, Sat 21 Nov, 09:30

Is there a pub or bar event in Porto where I can go alone?

We list 1 bar or tasting option for Porto.

• Hora de Ponta, wine listening hour, Fonoteca Municipal, Porto — Fonoteca Municipal do Porto, Wed 16 Dec, 18:00, free

Culture in Porto for one: what is coming up?

Porto has 7 exhibitions, performances and screenings in our data (2 free).

• Guided visit, Biblioteca de Poesia Eugénio de Andrade, Porto — Biblioteca de Poesia Eugénio de Andrade, Tue 17 Nov, 10:30, free
• As Três da Manhã ao vivo, radio comedy show, Coliseu Porto Ageas — Coliseu Porto Ageas, Sala Principal, Fri 20 Nov, 21:30
• A Lemonade Stand-up Comedy, English comedy night, Porto — A Fábrica da Picaria, Wed 25 Nov, 21:00, free
• Trainspotting, 30th anniversary screening, Cinema Trindade, Porto — Cinema Trindade, Thu 26 Nov, 21:30

Where can I hear jazz, folk or a jam session in Porto?

Porto has 4 small-stage music evenings in our data (3 free).

• Há Fado no Mercado, fado with Ana Cristina, Bolhão Market, Porto — Mercado do Bolhão, Wed 25 Nov, 20:00, free
• City of the Sun, instrumental flamenco-blues, Hard Club, Porto — Hard Club, Mercado Ferreira Borges, Wed 2 Dec, 21:00
• Há Fado no Mercado, fado evening, Mercado do Bolhão, Porto — Mercado do Bolhão restaurants, Wed 16 Dec, 20:00, free
• Christmas concert of the Cathedral Choir, Sé Catedral, Porto — Sé Catedral do Porto, Sat 19 Dec, 21:30, free

Live music in Porto: what can I go to alone?

10 music events in Porto are listed, the busiest month being Dec with 6.

• The Music of Morricone, Zimmer & Williams, Coliseu Porto Ageas — Coliseu Porto Ageas, Sala Principal, Sun 22 Nov, 16:30
• Há Fado no Mercado, fado with Ana Cristina, Bolhão Market, Porto — Mercado do Bolhão, Wed 25 Nov, 20:00, free
• Hampus Lindwall, Spheres Collapser organ concert, Cedofeita, Porto — Igreja Paroquial de Cedofeita, Sat 28 Nov, 19:00, free
• City of the Sun, instrumental flamenco-blues, Hard Club, Porto — Hard Club, Mercado Ferreira Borges, Wed 2 Dec, 21:00

Free talks and learning events in Porto?

Porto has 3 learning events coming up (2 free); a talk gives strangers an instant shared topic.

• Encadernação Japonesa, bookbinding workshop at Oficina Mescla, Porto — Oficina Mescla, Sat 21 Nov, 09:30
• Maguy Marin, Repertório(s), talk at Teatro Nacional São João, Porto — Teatro Nacional São João, Sat 21 Nov, 16:00, free
• Percursos da Água no Porto, talk, Museu Soares dos Reis, Porto — Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis, Tue 15 Dec, 18:00, free

Outdoor events in Porto for someone alone?

Porto has 2 outdoor listings coming up (1 free).

• Caminhos do Romântico: Massarelos bridges walk, Porto — Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, Sat 21 Nov, 14:30
• Guided walk, Christmas nativity scenes, Clérigos, Porto — Igreja dos Clérigos, Sat 26 Dec, 15:00, free

Weekday evening plans in Porto for one person?

After work you have 3 choices in Porto this month, starting between 17:00 and 20:59.

• Drink & Draw, drawing evening at Capela Incomum, Porto — Capela Incomum, Fri 20 Nov, 19:00
• Há Fado no Mercado, fado with Ana Cristina, Bolhão Market, Porto — Mercado do Bolhão, Wed 25 Nov, 20:00, free
• Percursos da Água no Porto, talk, Museu Soares dos Reis, Porto — Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis, Tue 15 Dec, 18:00, free

What is there to do alone in Porto on a Sunday?

Sundays are covered: Porto has 3 listings on Sundays this month.

• The Music of Morricone, Zimmer & Williams, Coliseu Porto Ageas — Coliseu Porto Ageas, Sala Principal, Sun 22 Nov, 16:30
• DJ Symphonic and Royal Film Concert Orchestra, Coliseu Porto — Coliseu Porto Ageas, Sala Principal, Sun 22 Nov, 21:00
• Aquele Querido Mês de Agosto, Miguel Gomes film, Porto — Casa do Cinema Manoel de Oliveira, Auditório, Sun 6 Dec, 17:00

What events can I go to alone in Porto over the next 30 days?

We list 17 events in Porto over the next 30 days; the largest groups are culture (7), music (5), learning (3).

• Guided visit, Biblioteca de Poesia Eugénio de Andrade, Porto — Biblioteca de Poesia Eugénio de Andrade, Tue 17 Nov, 10:30, free
• Drink & Draw, drawing evening at Capela Incomum, Porto — Capela Incomum, Fri 20 Nov, 19:00
• Encadernação Japonesa, bookbinding workshop at Oficina Mescla, Porto — Oficina Mescla, Sat 21 Nov, 09:30
• Caminhos do Romântico: Massarelos bridges walk, Porto — Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, Sat 21 Nov, 14:30

Is there an app to go to events in Porto with other people?

Pick an event, join it in Meet & Mint and say hello in the group chat; start with one of these in Porto.

• Guided visit, Biblioteca de Poesia Eugénio de Andrade, Porto — Biblioteca de Poesia Eugénio de Andrade, Tue 17 Nov, 10:30, free
• Drink & Draw, drawing evening at Capela Incomum, Porto — Capela Incomum, Fri 20 Nov, 19:00
• Clube de Conversacao de Linguas Romanicas (Parlons francais / Falemos portugues) — Monday, 19:00; Shopping Cidade do Porto

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