Marta Macedo

Porto

Spotter since 2014

About me

About me
My passions are my fuel. I give all I have to what I love. I am a dreamer and always will be.

I was born and raised in Porto, Portugal. I lived in Rome, Italy for 6 months and in London, England for a month.

I decided I wanted to study journalism at a young age, mainly because I'm as curious as a 5-year-old: I want to get to know people and their stories. I finished my degree in 2012 and right now I'm trying to figure out what I want to do in my life and how I can contribute to the world.

My number one devotion is dance and the universe it encompasses – art, music, the human body. It all fascinates me. I started dancing when I was 4 and dance has never left my body or my soul.

I also love people watching - not in a weird way, I promise!

I strive to live to the fullest and that means traveling a lot, eating well, sharing laughter, experiencing emotions, exploring talents, learning things, getting lost. And dancing.

Why Porto?
I discovered my love for Porto when I was studying abroad. People may live their lives trying to figure out where their home is. Being away made me realize that Porto truly is home for me – not just the place where I was born and raised. And don't get me wrong, I loved my time abroad and it's definitely an experience I want to repeat.

But Porto will always have that appeal...

It’s the feeling of belonging. It’s witnessing changes and evolution in a city that’s becoming closer to the world, as far as what it has to offer, while still remaining true to its roots.

It’s ‘saudade’ (yes, this is an invitation for you to go online and look for the meaning of the word).

Porto is small enough to be comfortable, big enough to be interesting. And that balance is what makes it great!

My spots (18)

Venham mais 5 (Original)

Keep 'em coming!

Venham mais 5 in Porto is definitely not about a fancy atmosphere. It is all about experiencing the 'prego'. This is a place, where you'll want to return!

021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants
024-burger-1
Snacks

By

Marta

Macedo

Mar 17, 2025

Clubbing at Casa da Música

Not your average club

Every now and then "Casa da Música" in Porto turns into a club. I find the experience really cool and it feels like a new discovery every time.

002-building
Art & culture
028-beach-bar-1
Bars
029-guitar-instrument-1
Music

By

Marta

Macedo

Feb 8, 2025

Café Museu Soares dos Reis

An artsy retreat

"Café Museu Soares dos Reis" is my favorite place in Porto to spend an afternoon and maybe do some reading, while enjoying an espresso and an apple pie.

002-building
Art & culture
020-coffee-cup-1
Coffee & tea

By

Marta

Macedo

Feb 2, 2025

Pombeiro

No-fuss-no-muss: just great food

"Pombeiro" is one of those places in Porto that I'd have missed if it wasn't for serendipity. There is plenty of fish & meat options & they never disappoint.

021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants

By

Marta

Macedo

Feb 2, 2025

Eléctrico

The vintage ride

"Eléctrico" is Porto's tram. I have very fond memories of my first tram ride.There are 4 active lines. To experience it like a local take lines 1,18 or 22.

002-building
Art & culture

By

Marta

Macedo

Feb 2, 2025

Maus Hábitos

Wine, dine & dance all night

"Maus Hábitos" in Porto is urban. Contemporary. Hip & happening. It's hard to define but easy to love. It's a bar, restaurant, concert venue, club, gallery.

028-beach-bar-1
Bars
020-coffee-cup-1
Coffee & tea
029-guitar-instrument-1
Music
021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants

By

Marta

Macedo

Feb 2, 2025

Fontainhas

Straight from my childhood

"Fontainhas" in Porto is a place very close to my heart. My grandparents used to live here and I spent most of my childhood here, before the bridge...

017-plant-1
Relaxing

By

Marta

Macedo

Feb 2, 2025

Museu dos Presuntos

Afterhours goodness

"Museu dos Presuntos" is maybe the answer to your 'tapas-after-midnight' prayers. It's one of those hidden gems in Porto known only by locals.

021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants
024-burger-1
Snacks

By

Marta

Macedo

Feb 2, 2025

Where to find me

Marta is not the only one

Meet our other Spotters from Porto

Join us as a Spotter today!

Be part of a global community of 492 people who love their city!

Write about everything you 🤍 but skip touristic highlights

Show the hearth and soul of the place you call home

Filters
Spotters categories
Price
Price