A Guide to Porto's Most Iconic Landmarks

A Guide to Porto's Most Iconic Landmarks

Liza
A guide to some of the most iconic spots you cannot miss during your visit to the beautiful city of Porto This guide includes: -most popular Porto landmarks and spots -churches and cathedrals -lookouts -wineries -food and drink recommendations (breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert) Perfect guide for those in the beginning stages of planning their trip to Porto or those with very limited time in the city but wanting to see all the iconic landmarks
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A little about Porto:

Porto is a charming tile adorned town in the northern part of Portugal located on the Douro River

Language(s) spoken: Portuguese, English

Currency: Euro (EUR)

Local airport: Aeroporto Francisco sa Carneiro

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Iconic Landmarks

Luís I Bridge
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A "must visit" in Porto is the Luis I bridge. Walk across the top and/or the bottom from one side of the city to the other. Also a great spot to catch the sunset!
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Porto São Bento
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A tile adjourned train station that is a beautiful must see! Note: it can get quite busy here during the day, so visit in the morning or later in the day to avoid the crowds
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Livraria Lello
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The infamous "most beautiful bookstore in the world"! A classic must see during your visit to Porto. Some tips for your visit: -tickets are sold online (buy them from the official Livraria Lello site to avoid any issues) -tickets are for a specific time -you're only allowed in at your designated time slot as the store can get very busy -purchase tickets in advance as they sell out fairly quick, especially during the summer season
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Chapels and Churches

Chapel of Souls
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Famous chapel known for it's blue and white tiled exterior. Be sure to step inside to admire it's extravagant interior as well! Tip: visit in the morning or evening to avoid crowds
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Church of Saint Ildefonso
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Another beautiful church with a tile covered exterior. A classic Porto 'must see'!
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Clerigos Church and Tower
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Museums and Galleries

Bolsa Palace
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WOW Porto - The Best Cultural District
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A cluster of museums, restaurants, and bars dedicated to the foods and wines of Porto
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Museu de História Natural e da Ciência da Universidade do Porto
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Lookouts

Parque das Virtudes
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Charming park on the hill with beautiful views of the Douro River and the other side of the city. Grab a drink or bite on Passeio das Virtudes and enjoy the view
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Miradouro da Serra do Pilar
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A great lookout overlooking Porto's north bank. Also a great spot to watch the sunset from!
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Food and Drinks

Breakfast

Do Norte Café by Hungry Biker
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FÁBRICA COFFEE ROASTERS - PORTO
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Lunch

Oficina dos Rissóis
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Cozy little cafe with delicious food and attentive service! Be sure to try the rissois, I loved the misto, veal, and truffle ones
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Café Santiago
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Dinner

Chama
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A popular restaurant serving a multiple course menu featuring Portuguese dishes with a twist! Note: be sure to reserve well in advance, this place books up fast!
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Drinks

Base Porto
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Wine Quay Bar
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Dessert

Manteigaria – Fábrica de Pastéis de Nata
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What's a visit to Portugal without trying the famous Pasteis de nata?
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Wineries

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Caves Ferreira
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Looking for more?

Check out my (very) detailed guide on Porto containing even more spots that you absolutely do not want to miss!

Enjoy your trip to Porto!

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Liza
Hi there! I'm Liza, a Canadian based traveler, hiker, and film photographer. My love for traveling started at a young age and has continued to grow with every trip I take. I love planning trips with the goal of seeing and experiencing as much as possible at my destination(s). I specifically enjoy immersing myself in the culture, nature, and foods that my destinations have to offer. If you share the same travel goals, my guides are for you! Each guide that I have created is a trip I have personally taken. So you can be sure that you're getting advice from someone who's actually "been there done that". I also love combining my passion for travel with my hobbies of hiking and film photography. Want to see some of the trips that I've captured? Find me on Instagram @35mm.digital :) I'm grateful to have had the opportunities to travel around many countries and experience so many beautiful places. I hope to use my knowledge and experiences from previous trips to help others plan their visits to all the destinations that I adore! I look forward to helping YOU plan your trips to go see the world!
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