Guide of Porto
Food scene
All Porto natives know of Casa Guedes. Indeed, its very hard to resist the ham sandwiches, with Serra cheese.
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Casa Guedes
130 Praça dos PoveirosAll Porto natives know of Casa Guedes. Indeed, its very hard to resist the ham sandwiches, with Serra cheese.
When visiting Porto, be sure to discover the most beautiful café in Portugal, founded in 1921.
This cafe is in the top 10 of the most beautiful cafes in the world and there you can have a fantastic breakfast, lunch or even dinner, but be careful with the prices as they are higher than the average in Portugal. To enjoy the place without spending a lot, just order a coffee.
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Cafe Majestic
112 Rua Santa CatarinaWhen visiting Porto, be sure to discover the most beautiful café in Portugal, founded in 1921.
This cafe is in the top 10 of the most beautiful cafes in the world and there you can have a fantastic breakfast, lunch or even dinner, but be careful with the prices as they are higher than the average in Portugal. To enjoy the place without spending a lot, just order a coffee.
It's a classic from Campanhã and a valid reason to want to miss the train. A Tasca in the true sense of the word, inside with a counter and a single table, on the street, a terrace sponsored by a beverage brand.
The most famous Bifana place in town.
O Astro Cervejaria Petisqueira
16 Rua da EstaçãoIt's a classic from Campanhã and a valid reason to want to miss the train. A Tasca in the true sense of the word, inside with a counter and a single table, on the street, a terrace sponsored by a beverage brand.
The most famous Bifana place in town.
Costa House
The owner Fernandinha has been in this century-old house for over 30 years.
Traditional snacks such as cod fritters, rojões or bifanas are the delight of diners, as well as the dish of the day.
Casa Costa
224 Rua de TrásCosta House
The owner Fernandinha has been in this century-old house for over 30 years.
Traditional snacks such as cod fritters, rojões or bifanas are the delight of diners, as well as the dish of the day.
Badalhoca is one of the most emblematic taverns (Tascas) in the city. The ham sandwiches are a must her, but other sandwiches are also great such as tripe or liver.
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Tasca da Badalhoca
437 R. Dr. Alberto de MacedoBadalhoca is one of the most emblematic taverns (Tascas) in the city. The ham sandwiches are a must her, but other sandwiches are also great such as tripe or liver.
Overlooking River Douro you can also find this tavern (Tasca).
The tavern is very crowded because of the vadio fado afternoons on Tuesdays, from 4 pm to 7 pm. To fill the stomach, there are tripes, patties and other snacks.
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Adega Rio Douro
223 R. do OuroOverlooking River Douro you can also find this tavern (Tasca).
The tavern is very crowded because of the vadio fado afternoons on Tuesdays, from 4 pm to 7 pm. To fill the stomach, there are tripes, patties and other snacks.
This is the oldest Mc Donald's in Porto. Good for a quick bite, 5 min walk distance from Bnb.
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McDonald's
126 Praça da LiberdadeThis is the oldest Mc Donald's in Porto. Good for a quick bite, 5 min walk distance from Bnb.
Reserve in advance to have a table.
They make a great Francesinha.
1 Min away from Bnb.
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Cervejaria Brasão Aliados
28 R. de Ramalho OrtigãoReserve in advance to have a table.
They make a great Francesinha.
1 Min away from Bnb.
Bugatti Caffe
758 Rua da ConstituiçãoSai Cão
635A R. do BonjardimThe Dog Casa dos Cachorros
213 R. de 5 de OutubroCAPA NEGRA 1
487 R. de Barros LimaAlmada Café
74 R. do Dr. Ricardo JorgeSightseeing
Matosinhos Beach
Avenida General Norton de MatosSão Bento station is the ideal place to start your visit to Porto, whether you come from the airport or another Portuguese city by train, the station will leave you amazed even before you set foot in the city.
Once at the station, head to the main hall to appreciate the tiled walls that depict daily life and Portuguese history.
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São Bento Station
Praça de Almeida GarrettSão Bento station is the ideal place to start your visit to Porto, whether you come from the airport or another Portuguese city by train, the station will leave you amazed even before you set foot in the city.
Once at the station, head to the main hall to appreciate the tiled walls that depict daily life and Portuguese history.
Located on Rua Formosa is our famous Mercado do Bolhão.
In this market, built in 1914, and renovated in 2022, you will find the atmosphere of a small village market. You will be able to buy all kinds of fresh food and even eat in a small restaurant.
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Mercado do Bolhao
322 R. FormosaLocated on Rua Formosa is our famous Mercado do Bolhão.
In this market, built in 1914, and renovated in 2022, you will find the atmosphere of a small village market. You will be able to buy all kinds of fresh food and even eat in a small restaurant.
Câmara Municipal do Porto
5 R. Clube dos FenianosOn Rua dos Clérigos you will discover the fantastic Livraria Lello, considered one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world. Inside, you will be able to admire an unique atmosphere where an impressive staircase that will take you to the upper floor stands out.
Information: you will have to pay the entrance fee, but if you buy a book, the cost of the ticket will be deducted.
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Livraria Lello
144 R. das CarmelitasOn Rua dos Clérigos you will discover the fantastic Livraria Lello, considered one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world. Inside, you will be able to admire an unique atmosphere where an impressive staircase that will take you to the upper floor stands out.
Information: you will have to pay the entrance fee, but if you buy a book, the cost of the ticket will be deducted.
The beautiful Igreja do Carmo, another must-see when visiting Porto, built between 1756 and 1768.
Something rare that you will notice is the fact that the Igreja do Carmo is located next to another church, the Igreja dos Carmelitas, built between 1616 and 1628.
When looking from the front, we have the impression that the two churches are together but, in reality, they are separated by the narrowest building in Porto, called Casa Escondida.
Do not hesitate to enter to discover this impressive property. The ticket will also allow you to visit the Igreja do Carmo and the Catacombs.
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Igreja do Carmo
Rua do CarmoThe beautiful Igreja do Carmo, another must-see when visiting Porto, built between 1756 and 1768.
Something rare that you will notice is the fact that the Igreja do Carmo is located next to another church, the Igreja dos Carmelitas, built between 1616 and 1628.
When looking from the front, we have the impression that the two churches are together but, in reality, they are separated by the narrowest building in Porto, called Casa Escondida.
Do not hesitate to enter to discover this impressive property. The ticket will also allow you to visit the Igreja do Carmo and the Catacombs.
It is certainly the narrowest house in Porto and probably in Portugal and competes with several narrow houses around the world.
What I hear from people in the city is that it was not allowed by the Vatican to build two churches like that, one next to the other, which is why this small, narrow house was built between the two churches. Separating the buildings.
A Casa Escondida
It is certainly the narrowest house in Porto and probably in Portugal and competes with several narrow houses around the world.
What I hear from people in the city is that it was not allowed by the Vatican to build two churches like that, one next to the other, which is why this small, narrow house was built between the two churches. Separating the buildings.
Don't miss the Clérigos Tower, here you can enjoy one of the most beautiful views over the city of Porto, but first you have to climb the 240 steps to reach the top of the tower.
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Clérigos Tower
Rua de São Filipe de NeryDon't miss the Clérigos Tower, here you can enjoy one of the most beautiful views over the city of Porto, but first you have to climb the 240 steps to reach the top of the tower.
The Church of Nossa Senhora da Vitória will allow you to enjoy a great view of the Douro River, the Luis I Bridge and the Porto Cathedral.
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Vitória
2 R. de São Bento da VitóriaThe Church of Nossa Senhora da Vitória will allow you to enjoy a great view of the Douro River, the Luis I Bridge and the Porto Cathedral.
From the cloister of the Igreja de São Francisco, destroyed in a fire during the Siege of Porto, the Palácio da Bolsa was born. The neoclassical-style building is a symbol of Porto.
Not so much for its imposing exterior but for the interior halls that are of a splendor that amazes all visitors.
The Arab Room is one of the most praised for its opulent and brilliant ornamentation, but each room has a rare sumptuousness.
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Palacio da Bolsa
Rua de Ferreira BorgesFrom the cloister of the Igreja de São Francisco, destroyed in a fire during the Siege of Porto, the Palácio da Bolsa was born. The neoclassical-style building is a symbol of Porto.
Not so much for its imposing exterior but for the interior halls that are of a splendor that amazes all visitors.
The Arab Room is one of the most praised for its opulent and brilliant ornamentation, but each room has a rare sumptuousness.
Just behind Palácio da Bolsa is the Igreja de São Francisco. This is perhaps the most beautiful church in the city of Porto, largely because of the gilded interior. After visiting the church you can visit the museum and the crypt where there are many bones of the ancient buried there.
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Monument Church Of St Francis
Rua do Infante Dom HenriqueJust behind Palácio da Bolsa is the Igreja de São Francisco. This is perhaps the most beautiful church in the city of Porto, largely because of the gilded interior. After visiting the church you can visit the museum and the crypt where there are many bones of the ancient buried there.
Porto Cathedral, built between the 12th and 13th centuries. The Cathedral has the particularity of having been fortified to protect the city from invaders – you will certainly want to know this monument when you visit Porto.
During your visit to the Cathedral, be sure to pay a visit to the cloister, where you can admire tiled biblical scenes, the treasure room and the ambulatory. In front of the Cathedral, you will have a beautiful view over the historic area of Porto and the Douro River.
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Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral)
Terreiro da SéPorto Cathedral, built between the 12th and 13th centuries. The Cathedral has the particularity of having been fortified to protect the city from invaders – you will certainly want to know this monument when you visit Porto.
During your visit to the Cathedral, be sure to pay a visit to the cloister, where you can admire tiled biblical scenes, the treasure room and the ambulatory. In front of the Cathedral, you will have a beautiful view over the historic area of Porto and the Douro River.
In this monastery you will be able to see the cloister and the church in a circular shape, built in 1538 (a replica of the Church of Santa Maria Redonda in Rome and a unique example in Portugal), and also the most beautiful viewpoint to admire the historic center of Porto.
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Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar
Largo AvizIn this monastery you will be able to see the cloister and the church in a circular shape, built in 1538 (a replica of the Church of Santa Maria Redonda in Rome and a unique example in Portugal), and also the most beautiful viewpoint to admire the historic center of Porto.
The Escadas da Vitória, or Escadas da Esnoga until recently, connect Vitória to Largo de São Domingos. This is the area of the Judiaria Nova do Olival and the stairs gave direct access to the synagogue that used to exist here. Don't miss the city and river views at Miradouro da Vitória.
Escadas da Vitória
Escadas da VitóriaThe Escadas da Vitória, or Escadas da Esnoga until recently, connect Vitória to Largo de São Domingos. This is the area of the Judiaria Nova do Olival and the stairs gave direct access to the synagogue that used to exist here. Don't miss the city and river views at Miradouro da Vitória.
On top of the Infante Dom Henrique Garden, we see the structure of the Ferreira Borges Market. Built in 1885 to replace the Mercado da Ribeira, it had little use for that purpose.
It is representative of the wrought iron architecture in Porto and today houses the beer restaurant O Mercado and the Hard Club, a space for musical and cultural events with personality.
The building and the views are attractive to urban and architectural photography enthusiasts.
North of the Market is the Palácio das Artes, today a talent factory for young people. A small detour in Largo de São Domingo, along Rua das Flores, gives you the possibility to see the monumental Igreja da Misericórdia do Porto.
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Mercado Ferreira Borges
19 R. da BolsaOn top of the Infante Dom Henrique Garden, we see the structure of the Ferreira Borges Market. Built in 1885 to replace the Mercado da Ribeira, it had little use for that purpose.
It is representative of the wrought iron architecture in Porto and today houses the beer restaurant O Mercado and the Hard Club, a space for musical and cultural events with personality.
The building and the views are attractive to urban and architectural photography enthusiasts.
North of the Market is the Palácio das Artes, today a talent factory for young people. A small detour in Largo de São Domingo, along Rua das Flores, gives you the possibility to see the monumental Igreja da Misericórdia do Porto.
On Rua da Reboleira there are some secrets to reveal. This is the case of door nº 59, a tower house classified as a national heritage such as the Medieval Tower of Reboleira and nº 55, which maintains the Gothic porticos and large windows.
And it looks like there are a few more here. Anyone who breaks down the plaster on the walls risks finding a piece of a medieval wall or tower, which is what happened at nº13 in November 2018.
Torre Medieval da Reboleira
66 Rua da ReboleiraOn Rua da Reboleira there are some secrets to reveal. This is the case of door nº 59, a tower house classified as a national heritage such as the Medieval Tower of Reboleira and nº 55, which maintains the Gothic porticos and large windows.
And it looks like there are a few more here. Anyone who breaks down the plaster on the walls risks finding a piece of a medieval wall or tower, which is what happened at nº13 in November 2018.
Walk by the Porto Coliseum. Maybe the concert hall has something interesting on the lineup that will make you come back one of these days.
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Ageas Porto Coliseum
137 R. de Passos ManuelWalk by the Porto Coliseum. Maybe the concert hall has something interesting on the lineup that will make you come back one of these days.
São João National Theater
Praça da BatalhaOne of the most characteristic features of the churches of Porto is the decoration with Portuguese tiles. The Baroque Church of Santo Ildefonso in Praça da Batalha is one such example.
The current temple dates from the 18th century, the tiles were only added in the 1930s and are by Jorge Rey Colaço, the same ceramist responsible for the panels at the São Bento Station.
In this same square are two icons of the theaters of Porto, the São João National Theater and the Batalha Cinema. “Entreparedes”, Cervejaria Gazela invites you to taste a Cachorrinho da Batalha accompanied by a fresh beer.
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Batalha Square
Praça da BatalhaOne of the most characteristic features of the churches of Porto is the decoration with Portuguese tiles. The Baroque Church of Santo Ildefonso in Praça da Batalha is one such example.
The current temple dates from the 18th century, the tiles were only added in the 1930s and are by Jorge Rey Colaço, the same ceramist responsible for the panels at the São Bento Station.
In this same square are two icons of the theaters of Porto, the São João National Theater and the Batalha Cinema. “Entreparedes”, Cervejaria Gazela invites you to taste a Cachorrinho da Batalha accompanied by a fresh beer.
One of the tastiest things to do in Porto is discovering the narrow alleys of the city, the ones where cars don't fit and they still say good morning when passing by.
This is the case of Rua de Sant’Ana, made famous by Almeida Garrett. It was made by the Romans and it was essential to connect the upper part of the city to the riverside mercantile area.
The name is a reference to the Arco de Sant’Ana, door of the medieval wall that once existed here. The stone paving has been preserved, but the only remains of the arch where the image of Santa Ana was venerated.
Rua de Sant' Ana
Rua de Sant' AnaOne of the tastiest things to do in Porto is discovering the narrow alleys of the city, the ones where cars don't fit and they still say good morning when passing by.
This is the case of Rua de Sant’Ana, made famous by Almeida Garrett. It was made by the Romans and it was essential to connect the upper part of the city to the riverside mercantile area.
The name is a reference to the Arco de Sant’Ana, door of the medieval wall that once existed here. The stone paving has been preserved, but the only remains of the arch where the image of Santa Ana was venerated.
Prepare your camera as you will be in an Insta spot in Porto, the upper platform where the metro passes. The line has no barriers so watch out for the carriages.
Despite the affinities, this one was not designed by Gustave Eiffel, the author of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Eiffel signed the D. Maria Pia Bridge further upstream of the Douro.
Cross slowly to relax and enjoy two of the best viewpoints in the city of Porto, especially at the end of the day:
the Serra do Pilar Viewpoint where the monastery of the same name is located and Jardim do Morro, where the green lawn and the views from Vila Nova de Gaia are breathtaking.
From here you get the iconic image of Porto that runs the four corners of the world.
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Luís I Bridge
Ponte Luís IPrepare your camera as you will be in an Insta spot in Porto, the upper platform where the metro passes. The line has no barriers so watch out for the carriages.
Despite the affinities, this one was not designed by Gustave Eiffel, the author of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Eiffel signed the D. Maria Pia Bridge further upstream of the Douro.
Cross slowly to relax and enjoy two of the best viewpoints in the city of Porto, especially at the end of the day:
the Serra do Pilar Viewpoint where the monastery of the same name is located and Jardim do Morro, where the green lawn and the views from Vila Nova de Gaia are breathtaking.
From here you get the iconic image of Porto that runs the four corners of the world.
To the east of the D. Luís I Bridge are the Fernandinas Walls, or the longest section that survives to this day, together with 3 of its towers.
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Muralha Fernandina
17 Escada dos GuindaisTo the east of the D. Luís I Bridge are the Fernandinas Walls, or the longest section that survives to this day, together with 3 of its towers.
If you want a view very close to the walls, the best option is to take the Funicular dos Guindais that connects Batalha to Ribeira. The current funicular is modern and safe, the first one, a hundred years ago, only operated for two years: a tragic accident dictated its end.
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Funicular dos Guindais
314 R. da Ribeira NegraIf you want a view very close to the walls, the best option is to take the Funicular dos Guindais that connects Batalha to Ribeira. The current funicular is modern and safe, the first one, a hundred years ago, only operated for two years: a tragic accident dictated its end.
SEA LIFE Porto
Via do Castelo do QueijoThe World of Wine
39 Rua do ChoupeloEmergency
Hospital S. Joao
Hospital de São JoãoHospital Geral de Santo António
Largo do Professor Abel SalazarHospital Lusíadas Porto
171 Av. da BoavistaParking
This parking is the closest one, on the same street. But it's availability is very limited.
Price: Last known price 40€ overnight fee.
Addree: Rua do Almada, Ruas de, R. Elísio de Melo, 4050-032 Porto
Openning Hours: Check G Maps for more information.
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Parque estacionamento SABA
Rua Elísio de MeloThis parking is the closest one, on the same street. But it's availability is very limited.
Price: Last known price 40€ overnight fee.
Addree: Rua do Almada, Ruas de, R. Elísio de Melo, 4050-032 Porto
Openning Hours: Check G Maps for more information.
This parking is relatively close, 5 minute walk.
Last know overnight costis 25€.
Address: R. de José Falcão 198, 4050-315 Porto
Openning Hours: Check G-Maps for more information.
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Garden Porto
985 Rua de Fernandes TomásThis parking is relatively close, 5 minute walk.
Last know overnight costis 25€.
Address: R. de José Falcão 198, 4050-315 Porto
Openning Hours: Check G-Maps for more information.
Parking on this square is relatively easy and a quick 7 min walk from the Bnb.
Street parking is generally much cheaper than in a private garage. Free at night and on Sundays.
Please do not leave any goods or belongings inside the car to avoid unnecessary damage to your vehicle.
Praça da República
Praça da RepúblicaParking on this square is relatively easy and a quick 7 min walk from the Bnb.
Street parking is generally much cheaper than in a private garage. Free at night and on Sundays.
Please do not leave any goods or belongings inside the car to avoid unnecessary damage to your vehicle.
Trinity Park
936 Rua de Fernandes TomásNeighborhoods
Discover Praça da Ribeira and the surrounding streets. This neighborhood is the most emblematic and the heart of the historic center of Porto.
Don't just visit the pier, also get lost in the alleys that lead to Escadas do Barredo to discover the authenticity of this neighborhood.
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Ribeira
Discover Praça da Ribeira and the surrounding streets. This neighborhood is the most emblematic and the heart of the historic center of Porto.
Don't just visit the pier, also get lost in the alleys that lead to Escadas do Barredo to discover the authenticity of this neighborhood.
Here, where the Douro meets the sea, you have a walk to do with time.
Foz is the bathing area of Porto. The waterfront invites you to take long walks, which makes it a favorite spot for many people from Porto to stretch their legs or go jogging. And all this while enjoying the views over the Atlantic.
On foot, get ready for more than 6 km hard. Interestingly, one of the traditions of Porto is to end the night of São João with this walk, round trip! That's why São João only ends at dawn and brings everyone to their knees.
Take tram 1 or bus 500 that connects Ribeira to Foz, without getting tired.
We always advise you to finish one of your days of your Porto itinerary (or even both) by the river. It couldn't be any other way because Porto and Douro cannot live without the other.
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Foz
636 R. de SobreirasHere, where the Douro meets the sea, you have a walk to do with time.
Foz is the bathing area of Porto. The waterfront invites you to take long walks, which makes it a favorite spot for many people from Porto to stretch their legs or go jogging. And all this while enjoying the views over the Atlantic.
On foot, get ready for more than 6 km hard. Interestingly, one of the traditions of Porto is to end the night of São João with this walk, round trip! That's why São João only ends at dawn and brings everyone to their knees.
Take tram 1 or bus 500 that connects Ribeira to Foz, without getting tired.
We always advise you to finish one of your days of your Porto itinerary (or even both) by the river. It couldn't be any other way because Porto and Douro cannot live without the other.
Supermarket
This supermarket is the closest to us (3 min walking)
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Minipreço (Trindade)
13/17 R. do Dr. Ricardo JorgeThis supermarket is the closest to us (3 min walking)
Supermarket Froiz
Address:
Froiz, Galeria Trindade Domus, R. dos Heróis e dos Mártires de Angola Loja 11, 4000-285 Porto
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Supermercado chen
103 Praça da RepúblicaSupermarket Froiz
Address:
Froiz, Galeria Trindade Domus, R. dos Heróis e dos Mártires de Angola Loja 11, 4000-285 Porto
Laundry
Rua de Conceição 23, 4050-215, Porto
4 minute walking distance
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A Lavandeira Conceição - Lavandaria Self-Service
23 Rua da Conceição4 minute walking distance