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Must-see and Unusual Tours of Porto

Discover Porto, a charming city in northern Portugal, known for its main monuments, religious buildings, and cultural sites. You will see its famous historic bridges, remarkable churches, and museums filled with incredible collections.

Dom Luís I Bridge
Dom Luís I Bridge

Porto, Portugal

This iron bridge built in 1886 connects Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia. The upper level accommodates the metro and pedestrians, while the lower level is for car traffic.

São Bento Railway Station
São Bento Railway Station

Porto, Portugal

A historic train station built in 1916, with interior walls adorned with 20,000 azulejos tiles illustrating the history of transport and Portugal.

Douro River
Douro River

Porto, Portugal

A river spanning 897 kilometers that forms the border with Spain before passing through Porto. It is navigated by commercial boats transporting wine.

Palace of the Stock Exchange
Palace of the Stock Exchange

Porto, Portugal

A neoclassical monument constructed from 1842 to 1850, formerly the historic headquarters of the Porto Commercial Association, with rooms decorated with gilded stucco, fine woods, and crystal.

Clérigos Tower
Clérigos Tower

Porto, Portugal

This religious monument, built between 1732 and 1763, is a Baroque tower standing 75 meters high, offering views of the city of Porto from its stairs.

Porto Cathedral
Porto Cathedral

Porto, Portugal

A religious monument built between 1110 and 1740 with a Gothic cloister covered in blue azulejos. The cathedral's treasury exhibits medieval goldsmith pieces.

Church of Saint Francis
Church of Saint Francis

Porto, Portugal

Erected in the 14th century, this monument has granite walls and a central nave. The interior features wooden carvings gilding the walls and ceiling.

Bolhão Market
Bolhão Market

Porto, Portugal

A historic 19th-century municipal market on two levels, offering stalls of fruits, vegetables, fish, meats, and local products.

Chapel of Souls
Chapel of Souls

Porto, Portugal

An 18th-century religious building decorated with over 15,000 blue and white ceramic tiles on its exterior walls, depicting scenes from the lives of Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Catherine.

Dragon Stadium
Dragon Stadium

Porto, Portugal

A sports venue built in 2003 for Euro 2004. The stadium has 50,033 seats and hosts FC Porto matches.

Crystal Palace Gardens
Crystal Palace Gardens

Porto, Portugal

A series of terraces and green spaces designed across several levels with fountains, paths, and flower beds created in 1850. The belvederes offer views of the Douro River.

Serralves House
Serralves House

Porto, Portugal

An Art Deco residence built in 1930, surrounded by an 18-hectare park with formal gardens, fountains, and tree-lined avenues.

Carmel Church
Carmel Church

Porto, Portugal

An 18th-century religious building covered with blue and white azulejos panels depicting biblical scenes on its side facade.

Lello Bookstore
Lello Bookstore

Porto, Portugal

Founded in 1881, this bookstore features a red wooden central staircase, stained glass ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling shelves filled with old and contemporary books.

Ribeira District
Ribeira District

Porto, Portugal

A medieval district along the Douro River with cobbled streets, colorful houses, and many restaurants serving Portuguese specialties.

Street of Flowers
Street of Flowers

Porto, Portugal

A cobblestone medieval street lined with houses featuring azulejo-decorated facades and wrought-iron balconies in Porto's historic center.

Liberty Square
Liberty Square

Porto, Portugal

Liberty Square is an urban space lined with 19th-century buildings and dominated by Porto's city hall, a neoclassical granite edifice.

Carmelite Church
Carmelite Church

Porto, Portugal

A religious building constructed between 1756 and 1768 in the Baroque style, decorated with blue and white azulejos panels on the exterior facade and gilded ornaments inside.

House of Music
House of Music

Porto, Portugal

A music center designed by architect Rem Koolhaas in 2005, featuring a main hall with 1300 seats, hosting classical concerts and contemporary performances.

Portuguese Photography Center
Portuguese Photography Center

Porto, Portugal

A former courthouse turned national museum presenting permanent and temporary photography exhibitions, as well as a collection of historical cameras.

Cedofeita Church
Cedofeita Church

Porto, Portugal

A Romanesque building from the sixth century located in the Cedofeita district. The stone walls and portal retain their original medieval architecture.

Matosinhos
Matosinhos

Porto, Portugal

A fishing port with seafood and fish restaurants, sandy beaches, and a cruise terminal. The area has several sardine canneries.

Majestic Café
Majestic Café

Porto, Portugal

A historic café opened in 1921 with carved wood decorations, beveled mirrors, and crystal chandeliers. The café retains its original Belle Époque furnishings and décor.

Trinity Church
Trinity Church

Porto, Portugal

A 19th-century religious building with a neoclassical facade and a large central dome. The nave measures 55 meters long.

Avenue of the Allies
Avenue of the Allies

Porto, Portugal

A wide avenue linking Liberty Square to general Humberto Delgado Square, bordered by art deco and neoclassical buildings.

Saint Nicholas Church
Saint Nicholas Church

Porto, Portugal

An 18th-century religious building covered in blue and white azulejos tiles on the outside and decorated with gilded wood inside.

Botanical Garden
Botanical Garden

Porto, Portugal

A university park spanning 4 hectares, featuring over 1500 plant species, tropical greenhouses, and 19th-century fountains.

City Park
City Park

Porto, Portugal

A green space covering 83 hectares with gardens, lakes, sports fields, and a romantic art museum housed in a 19th-century villa.

São João Lighthouse
São João Lighthouse

Porto, Portugal

A lighthouse located at the entrance of the Douro, built in the 1500s. This cylindrical white structure with a gallery and a red lantern guides ships into the estuary.

Igreja de Santo Ildefonso
Igreja de Santo Ildefonso

Porto, Portugal

This 18th-century Baroque church is decorated with 11,000 blue and white azulejos tiles. Its staircase comprises 20 steps.

Saint Clare Church
Saint Clare Church

Porto, Portugal

An 18th-century religious building with a granite facade and gilded wooden decorations inside. The walls are adorned with blue azulejos.

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