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Matosinhos Beach
The largest beach within easy reach of the city, Matosinhos has a wide expanse of fine golden sand and it draws a broad cross-section of Porto society: you will see surfers, paddle-boarders, couples walking hand in hand, families splashing in the water.
2
Museu Serralves
Serralves Foundation. Selected as one of the 12 museums that are most worth visiting worldwide, by the american prestigious review "Artnet".
3
Jardim Botanico do Porto
Run by the Faculty of Sciences of Porto University, the city's Botanical Garden is located in the old "Quinta do Campo Alegre".
It is a garden of great botanical, historical, artistic and literary interest,
4
Jardins do Palacio de Cristal
19th century Romantic Garden. One of the Porto's best-loved escapes. Fountains, peacocks, magnolias, camellias and the most breathtaking views over the river Douro.
5
Torre dos Clerigos
Clérigos Tower has marked Porto city's skyline for more than 250 years. In mid-18th century was one of the highest towers in Europe. In the same building, the Church is magnificent and we will visit it free (10minutes).
Duration: 30 minutes
6
Antiga Cadeia da Relacao
This building, commissioned in 1765, is a unique example of the judicial/prison architecture of the Old Regime.
The grandiose building is nowadays the Portuguese Center of Photography.
Duration: 5 minutes
7
Livraria Lello
Built in 1906, this is probably the most iconic bookstore worldwide
8
Praca Gomes Teixeira
The green winged lions' fountain, the twin churches Igreja do Carmo and Igreja dos Carmelitas, as well as the Administration of the University of Porto (Reitoria da Universidade do Porto) - all seen from the exterior
Duration: 5 minutes
9
Avenida Dos Aliados
From the bottom of Praça da Liberdade, we will admire the Town Hall and the Avenue of Allies. Open in 1915, this avenue estalished the connection between the Historic Centre and the new town.
Monument to the King D. Pedro IV.
10
Mercado do Bolhao
One of the most iconic buildings in Porto, the market Bolhão reopened in 2023, after a demanding restoration and modernization work to welcome traders, customers and visitors.
(it closes no Sunday)
Duration: 10 minutes
11
Praca da Batalha
At the southern end of Santa Catarina Street (where the finest Majestic Cafe is undoubtedly a must-see), we find the Teatro Nacional S. João, the Santo Ildefonso Church and the Cinema Batalha, all at Praça da Batalha.
This leads us back to the bohemian 19th century vibrant square.
12
Rua de Santa Catarina
At the heart of Porto's shopping district, it is a pleasant area to browse for shops.
We will admire Majestic Cafe from the exterior.
Duration: 5 minutes
13
Sao Bento Railway Station
The train station's concourse is decorated with multiple fine "Azulejo" tile paintings.
Duration: 10 minutes
14
Catedral do Porto
With its stark Romanesque fortified appearence it is the oldest monument in town.
Duration: 30 minutes
15
The street formerly called "Straw Street". We are now at the heart of the Medieval Historic Center, walking through its narrow lines.
Duration: 10 minutes
16
Jardim do Infante Dom Henrique
Here you find a spendid harmonious square, with three major buildings: Mercado Ferreira Borges, Palácio da Bolsa and Igreja de São Francisco.
Admire the statue of the Infante Dom Henrique at the centre of the square.
Duration: 5 minutes
17
Palacio da Bolsa
The 19th century Stock Exchange Palace of Porto.
18
Igreja e Museu de Sao Francisco do Porto
It was (along with the convent) the grandest religious building of Porto. Inside is a profusion of intricate woodcarvings and excessively adorned altars.
19
Praca Da Ribeira
Views over the Vila Nova de Gaia row of wine cellars and Rabelo boats. A typical city forum.
Duration: 10 minutes
20
Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar
UNESCO World Heritage. Vantage point of stunning natural and urban landscape.
Duration: 10 minutes
21
Ponte da Arrabida
Built between 1956 and 1963, becoming the first Douro bridge to be entirely made by the Portuguese engineering, in this case a project by the engineer Edgar Cardoso.
22
Jardim do Passeio Alegre
After the bustling Cantareira, we will pass the Lighthouse of São Miguel-o-Anjo and we will reach the Jardim do Passeio Alegre, one of the most beautiful gardens in Porto. It has a lovely and bucolic name and it has existed here for just over 150 years.
Fortress São João Baptista da Foz do Douro.
23
Forte de Sao Francisco Xavier do Queijo
Fort of military defense at the sea front, played a relevant role during some periods in the History of Portugal.
