Location: Porto
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The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Porto, Northern Portugal
The town that gave the country (and port wine) its very name, Porto is Portugal’s second-largest metropolis after Lisbon. Sometimes called Oporto, it's an age-old city that has one foot firmly in the industrial present. The old town, centered at Ribeira, was built on the hills overlooking the Douro River, and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 14th-century São Francisco church is a main attraction, as are the local port wine cellars, mostly located across the river at Vila Nova de Gaia.
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1. Estadio do Dragao
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,947 reviews
Have you ever thought of taking a seat on the 22nd chair of the Dragao Stadium's Presidential Box? By visiting the Dragao Stadium, you will be able to experience the President's Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa place and enjoy an inside and privileged look over this worldwide referenced work designed by architect Manuel Salgado. You will have the opportunity to see the pitch from the access tunnel's point of view, to feel the scent of the dressing rooms, to take the coach's seat on the press conference room just like you are making the match analysis... On this path you will appreciate an engineering project that delivers all of the requirements that make it environmentally friendly, you can witness on the stands the 29 kilometres of rows that can fill up to 52 thousand spectators and amaze yourself with the artistic legacy of Master Julio Resende and Alberto Carneiro. All of this in one tour only!
Reviewed By Prenton2
A fantastic place to visit tour of ground and museum €15 per person well worth the money as a trip. Tour guide very knowledgeable and after the tour of the stadium finished you are able to go around the museum unguided and at your own pace you can easily spend over 2 hours here the museum is never-ending ! Interesting day out if you like football. There is also a competitively priced cafe .
2. Liberdade Square
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4.5 based on 1,991 reviews
Reviewed By kiwibuddy1 - Grand Bend, Canada
Praca da Liberdade (Liberty Square) has its origins in the early 18th century, and remains one of the most important and beautiful squares in Porto. Anchored by the imposing city hall and its 70 m high clock tower, the Praca is home to several important banks and hotels, the towering 10 m bronze equestrian statue of Pedro IV, several theatres, Cardosa Palace, the hop on hop off ticket offices, and countless pastry shops and cafes. Beautiful buildings and several major shopping streets surround the square, including Avenida dos Aliados. The centrally located square is also close to several major tourists sites, including Torre dos Clerigos, Se Cathedral and Sao Bento Railway Station. Praca da Liberdade is is spotlessly clean, and is one of the 'must see' sites in Porto.
3. Cemiterio de Agramonte
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4.5 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By zemariacouple - Porto, Portugal
A walk on memories, feelings, snapshot into the future. Its not sad, the trees, the smell of flowers sometimes mixed with no many candles, its like walking in a peaceful city of dead bodies but the memories are still alive. If you want to see how it is life after death its a unique place to say that maybe its not so bad. Please visit it with sunshine, but specially close to sunset. From the graveyard to the river, a fantastic perspective of life.
4. Miradouro da Vitoria
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4.5 based on 326 reviews
Reviewed By BA6979 - Suffolk, United Kingdom
A Stunning ‘miradora’ is this! The view/scenery takes you’re breath away as you are higher than most of the roof tops looking over the city, the river, the main iron bridge and port distilleries. There are no facilities - it is a very simple area to stand where the views say it all. A spot to head for, for those most of scenic of photos!
5. Ribeira Square
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4.5 based on 1,158 reviews
Reviewed By mully3 - Stockport, United Kingdom
This area is absolutely stunning, so relaxing & the prefect place to watch the sunset. A great choice of bars and an evening stroll with street entertainers and musicians it is a must visit. I would recommend checking the opening times of the funicular as it is a steep walk up the steps if it isn't open.....I am speaking from experience! ????
6. Porto Bridge Climb
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4.5 based on 1,264 reviews
The only place in Europe where one can visit the arch of a bridge, experiencing an both iconic and impressive building for its size and elegance; it is the only national monument of the twentieth century in Porto. All tours are guided and include a number of safety equipments - harness, lifeline and handrail; even those who have vertigo can climb! Once we reach the top, there is a unique view of Porto, in a quiet and relaxing place that is now open to the public for the first time in 53 years. At the foot of the arch, an exhibition on the construction of Arrabida and the other 5 bridges that connect Porto and Gaia invites for a stroll on the riverside.
Reviewed By karenwY4979GC
We booked this in advance of arriving in Porto having seen it on 'Travel Man'. My husband was a bit nervous as he is not a fan of heights but the guide taking us up was most re-assuring and competent. We also opted for the optional group photos which were very reasonably charged and the ones taken by the drone were particularly impressive. We caught the tram down to the bridge which worked out well and really enjoyed the glass of port in the chocolate cup at the top to celebrate our achievement - highly recommended!
7. Terreiro da Se
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4.5 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By Dennisvdo - The Hague, The Netherlands
It’s quite a climb to reach it, but with an impressive view on the city. Good to visit the Se Cathedral, really beautiful and excellent view from the tower.
8. Look at Porto
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4.5 based on 142 reviews
Experience Oporto through an exciting 5D journey that will show you the city in a way never before seen or felt. Located right in front of Alfândega do Porto, Look at Porto has daily sessions of a movie with the same name, every 15 minutes. Making use of moving seats, immersive effects and a soundtrack reflecting the city's heart and soul, Look At Porto reveals an unique perspective about Oporto.
Reviewed By ruimanueloliveira - Porto, Portugal
Amazing experience, you can take an tour to the most famous places from Porto on the wings of a dragon!!!
9. Praca Gomes Teixeira
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4.5 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By AptosAmy
This Fountain is Exquisite, surrounded by beautiful buildings, and you can eat and drink at nearby restaurants.
10. Escadas do Codessal
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Vladimiramirela - Mississauga, Canada
The historic centre of Porto is crammed on a steep terrain along the Northern side of Douro River. Regardless how short your walking trip in the city, I highly recommend wearing sensible shoes and prepare yourself for an urban challenging hike, including lots of steps, ramps, and cobbled streets. If you choose to take the stairs from the higher ground, down to the Ribeira, your reward will include unforgettable pictureresque street art and local colour, views of hanging laundry and medieval architecture and charming ruins.
