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
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Mercado do Bolhao
322 R. FormosaThe 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
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Clérigos Tower
Rua de São Filipe de NeryThis 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
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Bahnhof São Bento
Praça de Almeida GarrettThe 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
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Luís I Brücke
Ponte Luís IPlanned 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.
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Serra do Pilar
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.
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Ribeira Square
Praça RibeiraCited 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
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Avenida dos Aliados
Avenida dos AliadosThe 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
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Chapel of Souls
428 Rua de Santa CatarinaChapel 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
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Batalha Square
Praça da BatalhaTeixeira 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
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Pavilhão Rosa Mota
Rua de Dom Manuel IIThe 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 AlbuquerqueThe 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.
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Livraria Lello
144 R. das CarmelitasThe 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.
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Ageas Porto Coliseum
137 R. de Passos ManuelOpened 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
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Municipal Theater Rivoli
143 R. do BonjardimAfter 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
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Cafe Majestic
112 Rua Santa CatarinaFounded 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
Galeria De Paris
56 R. da Galeria de ParisBar located on the busy Rua Galerias de Paris
Café Santiago F
226 R. de Passos ManuelFrancesinhas
4 Different restaurants in one building (pastas, sushi, hamburgers, pizza)
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Munchie
177 Praça D. Filipa de Lencastre4 Different restaurants in one building (pastas, sushi, hamburgers, pizza)
Confeitaria Cunha
676 R. de Sá da BandeiraFrancesinhas
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 CatarinaCasa 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.
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McDonald's
126 Praça da LiberdadeLocated 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
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Reitoria
33 R. de Sá de NoronhaHow 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
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D. Tonho
11 Cais da RibeiraThe 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
Ar de Rio
5 Av. de Diogo LeiteExcellent 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
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Restaurante "O Escondidinho"
144 R. de Passos ManuelRestaurant 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.
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La Ricotta
18 R. de Passos ManuelLocated 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
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Bugo Art Burgers
598 Rua de Miguel BombardaHaving 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
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Café Guarany
85 Av. dos AliadosGuarany 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
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223 Rua do BolhãoLocated 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
Cafetaria da Costa
Costa Coffee
Gelataria Sincelo
54 R. de CeutaIcecream
Shopping
Via Catarina Shopping
312 a Rua de Santa CatarinaMany 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
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FÉ Wine & Club
1 Praça D. Filipa de LencastreLocated 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
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Maus Hábitos
178 R. de Passos ManuelPlace 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
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Twins Baixa
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
Plan B Club - Port
30 R. de Cândido dos ReisGood music
Radio Bar
175 Praça D. Filipa de LencastreRock Music
Baixaria
224 Rua do AlmadaDrinks 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 FirmezaPARKING
Noite/Night - 5,00€
24h - 10,00€
Aberto/Open - 07:00h - 21:00h
Sábados/Saturdays - 07:00h - 20:00h
Domingos/Sundays - closed
Farmácia Garantia
696 Rua de Fernandes TomásDrugstore
Guindais Funicular. Allows you to go to Ribeira and D. Luis Bridge
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Escadas Guindais
Guindais Funicular. Allows you to go to Ribeira and D. Luis Bridge