Family Restaurant, open since 1959, typical from Porto, which serves the most appreciated by locals citizens Francesinha, the famous and multi awarded Francesinha Santiago.
Price range: 10€ - 22€
A piece of Porto heritage since 1914 The historic Beaux Arts-style building in the city center houses 81 stalls and 38 stores, which sell a mixture of fruits, vegetables, baked goods, charcuterie, tinned fish, cheese, and flowers. There are also modern coffee shops and restaurants
Address: R. Formosa 322, 4000-248 Porto
Food of the world with a Portuguese twist!
Price range: 25€ - 50€
Address: Rua do Comercio do Porto 161, Porto 4050-211 Portugal
“Uma Sande de pernil e um espadal, por favor”, Roast pork leg, a specialty at Casa Guedes
Price range: 10€ - 20€
Cachorrinho is the Porto answer to the hot dog. It’s a legendary snack bar that’s been open since 1962.
Price range: 5€ - 10€
This restaurante is located in the heart of the fishing activity of Matosinhos and, as it could not fail to be, it’s specialty is serving the freshest grilled fish.
Price range: 20€ - 30€
More than a national symbol, the famous Portuguese custard tart “Pastel de Nata” is a little piece of heaven… This is a true icon.
Price range: 1€ -5 €
Base is an urban garden, with music and cocktails
Price range: 5€ - 10€
Address: Quiosque Jardim, Passeio dos Clérigos. Rua das Carmelitas 151 4050-163 Porto
The terrace overlooking the city is good for photosynthesis and for lazy early evenings gazing at the boats sliding by on the Douro.
Price range: 5€ - 15€
Casa do Livro or “Book’s House”, is a bar that was once a bookshop, and the books remain as part of the decoration. The music choice is very eclectic, and sometimes there are live shows.
Price range: 5€ - 10€
The Torre dos Clerigos is an impressive 75 meters high and was built of granite stone along the westernmost end of the Brotherhood Church. Inside is a spiral staircase of 225 steps that allows visitors to reach the top of the tower and admire a breathtaking view of the city from up there.
The Crystal Palace Gardens can be found in the high part of Porto, and are a delightful green space, offering privileged views of the city, the mouth of the River Duero and the Atlantic Ocean.
In the gardens, you can visit various themed areas, such as the aromatic plant garden, the medicinal plant garden, the feelings garden, rose garden, or the forest.
Visiting these gardens is a great way to relax, take a moment, and enjoy some incredible views of the city.
The Serralves Foundation is an important cultural center located in the city of Porto, Portugal. It was built in 1999 by the portuguese architect Álvaro Siza Vieira and is one of the most prominent examples of contemporary architecture in the country.
The foundation is located in a huge park (Parque de Serralves), which covers an area of over 18 hectares. Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of activities at the foundation, including art exhibitions, concerts, and other cultural events.
In 1963, the Arrábida Bridge was the largest concrete arch in the world.
Since 2016, the arch became the only one in Europe that is open to visitors. It is a unique opportunity to have access to a building that has been closed to the public for 53 years (despite some clandestine visits…).
Together with a guide and all the safety equipment, even those with who are afraid of heights can climb one of the most iconic buildings in Porto.
At the top, 65 meters above the river, a quiet and relaxing place to enjoy unique views… and a delicious surprise.
Finally, the descent of the 262 steps reveals the size and elegance of this national monument.
See you up there!
Rua das Flores is one of the main streets of Porto. It’s a lively street, full of souvenir shops, bars, and restaurants. It’s worth taking a stroll, grabbing a drink, and, above all, enjoying the buildings with their balconies and facades.
Located in the heart of the historic center, this street is known for its traditional shops, historical architecture, and lively commercial atmosphere.
Ribeira is Porto’s biggest heart-stealer. Located on the riverbank of the Douro, Ribeira is one of the most important areas when getting to know. What’s more, it’s one of the most beautiful and liveliest districts in Porto’s historic centre. This historic neighbourhood is postcard Porto.
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