Americans can fly non -stop to this beautiful and affordable European city this fall

With the leaves that turn a lively amber, the girls who release their hand-knitted sweaters, and pumpkin herb lattes bring back to the menu, it can only mean one thing:

Autumn is here, to the great dismay of the summer mourners, and if you think Nothing says ‘autumnal’ especially like a small escapade over the pondwhere beautiful autumn colors mesh with old world charm, You are absolutely on the right track.

But hey, we feel you. Europe is a huge continent and reducing options can be difficult. That is why the path of Path exists, and as always we are behind.

For a European city break, with all the culture and sturdy food you can fit, and that, 1) you will not reduce thousands of dollars, 2) can be achieved, free from the United States, Porto Is your calling port:

The unofficial ‘capital’ of Noord -Portugal, Porto is one lively city On the banks of the rapidly flowing Douro River, best known for its well-preserved historic center, abundance of wineries and more relaxed atmosphere compared to Lisbon.

Lisbon can get all the attention, but Porto is equally beautiful in our book:

The Ribeira district, which extends over the river, is cut with paved windy winding paths and strewn with family restaurants that operate Portuguese-style cod, cakes and other local delicacies at affordable prices.

Restaurant a marina is Our personal favorite Go-to-place here: ordering freshly caught, grilled sea bream and a glass of harbor wine will put you back around $ 15.

While Lisbon has a 25 April bridge inspired by San Francisco, Porto de Kortere, Net-As-Scenic Dom Luís I Bridge, a double deck Iron transition with a view of Ribira, his rival district Vila Nova de Gaia over the Douro and the mixed river itself.

If you have now come to Portugal for the charm of Old World, you cannot miss Livraria Lello. This bookstore was made popular by its association with Harry Potter.

The legend wants JK Rowling inspired by his neo-Gothic architecture, graceful wooden engravings and curved staircase when describing Hogwarts.

A baroque tower that rises 250 feet above the cityscape, on a prominent hill in the historic center, Clérigos offers the best view of the old city, and of course it is not a trip to Portugal until you have seen your fair in Azulejo-Clade -churches.

Azulejos His Portugal’s characteristic tiles with blue and white pattern, and Igreja do Carmo is probably the most iconic of all, because of the detailed stone work and the sculpted facade.

Although not so popular, Capela Das Almas is also completely covered with AzulejosShowing the lives of saints, and the lush interior, with its gilded altar covered with gold leaf, will certainly leave a lasting impression on you.

This is more a hidden gem, but hey, we are Journeyfinally. You know that you can count on us to reveal the best kept secrets of a place that still have to be spoiled by tourism.

The McDonald’s on Rua de Santa Catarina is perhaps the most beautiful in the world. Are interior walls covered From land to ceiling with historical AzulejosAnd it’s something you just wouldn’t expect to find in a fast food chain.

Fortunately for Americans, Porto is not one of those inaccessible European destinations in which multiple flights are used, and then a train journey of three to five hours to get there.

You can fly directly to Porto (OPO) from the following American airports:

With Tap Air Portugal of United, 3 flights per day

With Tap Air Portugal, 1 flight per day every Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Saturday

Only this week, including Delta announced They launch their very first direct flights to Porto from their New York (JFK) Hub, from May 21, 2026.

The route is maintained on board the Boeing 767-300, equipped with Delta One, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort and Delta Head sessions, and next year it is part of a wider transatlantic expansion:

From next summer, Delta customers can choose from a large number of sun-drenched, southern European destinations, from Porto itself to the small Mediterranean nation of Malta, to the underrated Italian island of Sardinia.