Guidebook for Porto

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Guidebook for Porto

Sightseeing

The Bolhão Market is the most famous in the city and in 2006 it was classified as a place of public interest
770 locals recommend
Mercado do Bolhao
322 R. Formosa
770 locals recommend
The Bolhão Market is the most famous in the city and in 2006 it was classified as a place of public interest
This baroque work by Nicolau Nasoni was built in the first half of the eighteenth century. The Clérigos Tower is one of the most emblematic monuments of the city of Porto
1226 locals recommend
Clérigos Tower
Rua de São Filipe de Nery
1226 locals recommend
This baroque work by Nicolau Nasoni was built in the first half of the eighteenth century. The Clérigos Tower is one of the most emblematic monuments of the city of Porto
The S. Bento Railway Station was built at the beginning of the twentieth century on the exact location of the former Convent of S. Bento de Avé-Maria. The glass and iron structure was designed by the architect Marques da Silva. The vestibule is adorned with twenty thousand tiles painted by Jorge Colaço that illustrate the transport evolution and events of Portuguese history and life
1008 locals recommend
São Bento Station
Praça de Almeida Garrett
1008 locals recommend
The S. Bento Railway Station was built at the beginning of the twentieth century on the exact location of the former Convent of S. Bento de Avé-Maria. The glass and iron structure was designed by the architect Marques da Silva. The vestibule is adorned with twenty thousand tiles painted by Jorge Colaço that illustrate the transport evolution and events of Portuguese history and life
Planned by the engineer Teófilo Seyrig, a disciple of Eiffel, it was inaugurated in 1886 and it is composed by two overlapping iron decks. The bridge has 395 metres long and 8 metres wide, and its arch is still considered to be the world's biggest one in forged iron
585 locals recommend
Luís I Bridge
Ponte Luís I
585 locals recommend
Planned by the engineer Teófilo Seyrig, a disciple of Eiffel, it was inaugurated in 1886 and it is composed by two overlapping iron decks. The bridge has 395 metres long and 8 metres wide, and its arch is still considered to be the world's biggest one in forged iron
From its grand terrace one can see the whole riverside area of Porto and Gaia until the Arrábida Bridge, and the historic center, with emphasis on the Cathedral and D. Luís I bridge. In the opposite direction one can see that the zone of Fontainhas and the São João bridge.
159 locals recommend
Serra do Pilar
159 locals recommend
From its grand terrace one can see the whole riverside area of Porto and Gaia until the Arrábida Bridge, and the historic center, with emphasis on the Cathedral and D. Luís I bridge. In the opposite direction one can see that the zone of Fontainhas and the São João bridge.
Cited already in 1389 as being of medieval origin, this square is thought to be one of the oldest in the city. A busy commercial centre, with tents serving as shops and a fish market, it came to the attention of João de Almada e Melo who set out to completely remodel the square in the 18th Century.
82 locals recommend
Ribeira Square
Praça Ribeira
82 locals recommend
Cited already in 1389 as being of medieval origin, this square is thought to be one of the oldest in the city. A busy commercial centre, with tents serving as shops and a fish market, it came to the attention of João de Almada e Melo who set out to completely remodel the square in the 18th Century.
The imposing architecture and its central character turn this Avenue into the city's "living room". It becomes a location of excellence where the people of Porto gather to celebrate special times. There are granite buildings, many of which are crowned with skylights, domes and pinnacles. It is marked by a large central square completely paved with granite cobblestones, where statues come to life and where the reflecting pool is worth highlighting. The City Hall is located at the head of the Avenida
368 locals recommend
Avenida dos Aliados
Avenida dos Aliados
368 locals recommend
The imposing architecture and its central character turn this Avenue into the city's "living room". It becomes a location of excellence where the people of Porto gather to celebrate special times. There are granite buildings, many of which are crowned with skylights, domes and pinnacles. It is marked by a large central square completely paved with granite cobblestones, where statues come to life and where the reflecting pool is worth highlighting. The City Hall is located at the head of the Avenida
Chapel built at the beginning of the eighteenth century. From the same period is the image of Nossa Senhora das Almas (Our Lady of the Souls), which is inside. In 1929, the entire exterior was covered with tiles representing scenes from the life of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Catherine. Those tile panels were recovered in 1982
223 locals recommend
Chapel of Souls
428 Rua de Santa Catarina
223 locals recommend
Chapel built at the beginning of the eighteenth century. From the same period is the image of Nossa Senhora das Almas (Our Lady of the Souls), which is inside. In 1929, the entire exterior was covered with tiles representing scenes from the life of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Catherine. Those tile panels were recovered in 1982
Teixeira Lopes (senior) is the author of this sculpture inaugurated in February 1866. With a monumental octagonal pedestal, it has bas-reliefs in four surfaces, with the main facing north and showing the symbols of religion. The surface facing west shows the symbols of industry; the surface facing south, the symbols of agriculture; and the eastern surface shows the symbols of the arts
46 locals recommend
Batalha Square
Praça da Batalha
46 locals recommend
Teixeira Lopes (senior) is the author of this sculpture inaugurated in February 1866. With a monumental octagonal pedestal, it has bas-reliefs in four surfaces, with the main facing north and showing the symbols of religion. The surface facing west shows the symbols of industry; the surface facing south, the symbols of agriculture; and the eastern surface shows the symbols of the arts
The Pavilhão dos Desportos was previously called Pavilhão Rosa Mota in honour of the illustrious athlete from Porto. Opened in 1956, it was built to replace the famous Palácio de Cristal (Crystal Palace) which was demolished in 1951
72 locals recommend
Pavilhão Rosa Mota
Rua de Dom Manuel II
72 locals recommend
The Pavilhão dos Desportos was previously called Pavilhão Rosa Mota in honour of the illustrious athlete from Porto. Opened in 1956, it was built to replace the famous Palácio de Cristal (Crystal Palace) which was demolished in 1951
The Municipal Park of Virtues is located where the Porto Gardens Company was set before. Projected by José Marques Loureiro (1830-1898), it was bought in 1965 by the City Council of Porto and, in 1998, restoration works were carried out
Rua De Azevedo De Albuquerque
Rua De Azevedo De Albuquerque
The Municipal Park of Virtues is located where the Porto Gardens Company was set before. Projected by José Marques Loureiro (1830-1898), it was bought in 1965 by the City Council of Porto and, in 1998, restoration works were carried out

Arts & Culture

The building where the library is now located was inaugurated in 1906. Special mention goes to its beautiful Art Nouveau façade with neo-Gothic details. On the inside, the library is decorated in painted plaster imitating wood and presents a magnificent staircase linking it to the upper floor - one of the first reinforced concrete works in Porto.
1351 locals recommend
Livraria Lello
144 R. das Carmelitas
1351 locals recommend
The building where the library is now located was inaugurated in 1906. Special mention goes to its beautiful Art Nouveau façade with neo-Gothic details. On the inside, the library is decorated in painted plaster imitating wood and presents a magnificent staircase linking it to the upper floor - one of the first reinforced concrete works in Porto.
Opened in 1942, and after restoring and updating the equipment and infra-structure, the Coliseu do Porto has become the biggest theatre in the country and one of the best in Europe.
270 locals recommend
Ageas Porto Coliseum
137 R. de Passos Manuel
270 locals recommend
Opened in 1942, and after restoring and updating the equipment and infra-structure, the Coliseu do Porto has become the biggest theatre in the country and one of the best in Europe.
After having been renovated, the Teatro Nacional, constructed in 1913, was opened in 1932 as the Rivoli Theatre. Now, it was able to act as a cinema as well as having opera, dance, theatre and concerts
150 locals recommend
Municipal Theater Rivoli
143 R. do Bonjardim
150 locals recommend
After having been renovated, the Teatro Nacional, constructed in 1913, was opened in 1932 as the Rivoli Theatre. Now, it was able to act as a cinema as well as having opera, dance, theatre and concerts

Food Scene

Founded in 1921, it is considered to be one of the most beautiful and representative examples of Art Nouveau in Porto exuding an atmosphere of luxury, refinement and well-being. Its inherent beauty and its importance in the life of the city of Porto have deservedly led it to be classified as a building of public interest in 1983 and as a cultural heritage site thus allowing a full renovation programme to be undertaken culminating in its reopening in 1994, inviting customers to relive the fascinating Belle Époque
907 locals recommend
Cafe Majestic
112 Rua Santa Catarina
907 locals recommend
Founded in 1921, it is considered to be one of the most beautiful and representative examples of Art Nouveau in Porto exuding an atmosphere of luxury, refinement and well-being. Its inherent beauty and its importance in the life of the city of Porto have deservedly led it to be classified as a building of public interest in 1983 and as a cultural heritage site thus allowing a full renovation programme to be undertaken culminating in its reopening in 1994, inviting customers to relive the fascinating Belle Époque
Bar located on the busy Rua Galerias de Paris
387 locals recommend
Galeria De Paris
56 R. da Galeria de Paris
387 locals recommend
Bar located on the busy Rua Galerias de Paris
Francesinhas
416 locals recommend
Café Santiago F
226 R. de Passos Manuel
416 locals recommend
Francesinhas
4 Different restaurants in one building (pastas, sushi, hamburgers, pizza)
83 locals recommend
Munchie
177 Praça D. Filipa de Lencastre
83 locals recommend
4 Different restaurants in one building (pastas, sushi, hamburgers, pizza)
Francesinhas
66 locals recommend
Confeitaria Cunha
676 R. de Sá da Bandeira
66 locals recommend
Francesinhas
Casa dos Waffles is an establishment that opened recently in Rua de Santa Catarina, so it can’t get much more central than that! There's waffles on the simple side, so only with cinnamon and a lot more options: you can add nutella, honey, nuts, whipped cream, hot chocolate, jam, artisanal ice cream or even fruit
Casa dos Waffles
444 Rua de Santa Catarina
Casa dos Waffles is an establishment that opened recently in Rua de Santa Catarina, so it can’t get much more central than that! There's waffles on the simple side, so only with cinnamon and a lot more options: you can add nutella, honey, nuts, whipped cream, hot chocolate, jam, artisanal ice cream or even fruit
Located in the Aliados area in the historical Café Imperial. The company has retained both internal and external features of this magnificent 1940s café, including the Imperial Eagle on the façade, the decorative friezes and the Art Deco glasswork.
44 locals recommend
McDonald's
126 Praça da Liberdade
44 locals recommend
Located in the Aliados area in the historical Café Imperial. The company has retained both internal and external features of this magnificent 1940s café, including the Imperial Eagle on the façade, the decorative friezes and the Art Deco glasswork.
How about a delicious steak and a good wine? Reitoria combines the concepts of 'steakhouse' and 'wine bar' in a single dining area
104 locals recommend
Reitoria
33 R. de Sá de Noronha
104 locals recommend
How about a delicious steak and a good wine? Reitoria combines the concepts of 'steakhouse' and 'wine bar' in a single dining area
The Porto D. Tonho, is located right at the heart of the Historical Centre, in buildings that date back to the sixteenth, seventeenth and eighteenth centuries
11 locals recommend
D. Tonho
11 Cais da Ribeira
11 locals recommend
The Porto D. Tonho, is located right at the heart of the Historical Centre, in buildings that date back to the sixteenth, seventeenth and eighteenth centuries
Excellent view to Ribeira. Good Francesinhas
26 locals recommend
Ar de Rio
5 Av. de Diogo Leite
26 locals recommend
Excellent view to Ribeira. Good Francesinhas
Restaurant located in the Baixa area near the Coliseu do Porto with rustic decor and a large display of hand-painted 17th-century blue and white tiles and faience. The food is excellent and sophisticated
62 locals recommend
Restaurante "O Escondidinho"
144 R. de Passos Manuel
62 locals recommend
Restaurant located in the Baixa area near the Coliseu do Porto with rustic decor and a large display of hand-painted 17th-century blue and white tiles and faience. The food is excellent and sophisticated
Located in the city centre, this Italian restaurant offers cosy decor, giving focus to its stone walls and wooden counter, which displays a selection of Italian cheeses.
13 locals recommend
La Ricotta
18 R. de Passos Manuel
13 locals recommend
Located in the city centre, this Italian restaurant offers cosy decor, giving focus to its stone walls and wooden counter, which displays a selection of Italian cheeses.
Having the Hamburger as the central theme, the menu was inspired by international cuisine, always combining the essence of Portuguese cuisine
42 locals recommend
Bugo Art Burgers
598 Rua de Miguel Bombarda
42 locals recommend
Having the Hamburger as the central theme, the menu was inspired by international cuisine, always combining the essence of Portuguese cuisine
Guarany Café is located in Avenida dos Aliados, in the city centre of Porto. Part of a surge of coffee shop openings in Porto in the 1930's, this is a project carried out by the architect Rogério Azevedo
115 locals recommend
Café Guarany
85 Av. dos Aliados
115 locals recommend
Guarany Café is located in Avenida dos Aliados, in the city centre of Porto. Part of a surge of coffee shop openings in Porto in the 1930's, this is a project carried out by the architect Rogério Azevedo
Located on the two top floors of the D. Henrique Hotel and decorated by Paulo Lobo, the 17º Restaurant & Bar gives you the opportunity to enjoy a dazzling view over Porto while you try a fine cuisine
Rua do Bolhão 223
223 Rua do Bolhão
Located on the two top floors of the D. Henrique Hotel and decorated by Paulo Lobo, the 17º Restaurant & Bar gives you the opportunity to enjoy a dazzling view over Porto while you try a fine cuisine
Costa Coffee
13 locals recommend
Cafetaria da Costa
13 locals recommend
Costa Coffee
Icecream
19 locals recommend
Gelataria Sincelo
54 R. de Ceuta
19 locals recommend
Icecream

Shopping

Many utilities, as shopping, restaurants, etc.
333 locals recommend
Via Catarina Shopping
312 a Rua de Santa Catarina
333 locals recommend
Many utilities, as shopping, restaurants, etc.

Drinks & Nightlife

Located at the heart of Porto's centre, the Fé Wine & Club was thought by the interior designer Paulo Lobo and holds more than 10 tons of books accompanied by strong and attractive lighting colours
90 locals recommend
FÉ Wine & Club
1 Praça D. Filipa de Lencastre
90 locals recommend
Located at the heart of Porto's centre, the Fé Wine & Club was thought by the interior designer Paulo Lobo and holds more than 10 tons of books accompanied by strong and attractive lighting colours
Place that seeks to integrate heterogeneous public in urban environments, exploring new ways in the production of artistic content. Informal environment where the cultural intervention is one of its strengths
395 locals recommend
Maus Hábitos
178 R. de Passos Manuel
395 locals recommend
Place that seeks to integrate heterogeneous public in urban environments, exploring new ways in the production of artistic content. Informal environment where the cultural intervention is one of its strengths
An old cloth warehouse was turned into a lounge bar, cosmopolitan and urban, bringing life to one of the city centre's most trendy areas
8 locals recommend
Twins Baixa
8 locals recommend
An old cloth warehouse was turned into a lounge bar, cosmopolitan and urban, bringing life to one of the city centre's most trendy areas
Good music
514 locals recommend
Plan B Club - Port
30 R. de Cândido dos Reis
514 locals recommend
Good music
Rock Music
41 locals recommend
Radio Bar
175 Praça D. Filipa de Lencastre
41 locals recommend
Rock Music
Drinks and good music
13 locals recommend
Baixaria
224 Rua do Almada
13 locals recommend
Drinks and good music

Everything Else

PARKING Noite/Night - 5,00€ 24h - 10,00€ Aberto/Open - 07:00h - 21:00h Sábados/Saturdays - 07:00h - 20:00h Domingos/Sundays - closed
Garagem Cardinal
505 R. da Firmeza
PARKING Noite/Night - 5,00€ 24h - 10,00€ Aberto/Open - 07:00h - 21:00h Sábados/Saturdays - 07:00h - 20:00h Domingos/Sundays - closed
Drugstore
7 locals recommend
Farmácia Garantia
696 Rua de Fernandes Tomás
7 locals recommend
Drugstore
Guindais Funicular. Allows you to go to Ribeira and D. Luis Bridge
7 locals recommend
Escadas Guindais
7 locals recommend
Guindais Funicular. Allows you to go to Ribeira and D. Luis Bridge