Sightseeing in Porto - what to see. Complete travel guide
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One of the most stylish designer hotels in Porto, Hotel Teatro is a quintessence of unusual and brave solutions. The hotel will impress its guests directly from the entrance – the doors to …
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During the reign of Romans a large city wall was built around Porto. In the XIV century, another wall was added. It was built around the cathedral. Nowadays, this double wall is partially destroyed, but in some parts of the city the wall is still well-preserved. The old quarter of Ribeira, located on the north bank of the Douro, is one of these places. This district is full of small steep streets with old houses painted in pastel colors, narrow and dark alleys, small inner yards and coffee terraces. Many people still live here, so Ribeira quarter today is more like a museum of Portuguese culture in the open air. The facades of many houses in the quarter are decorated with colorful azulejo tiles. Even signs with the names of streets are made from these beautiful tiles.
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Fans of luxury will be happy to find many elite hotels in Porto, and each of them surely has an exclusive room that would fit even the most discerning guests. The high class InterContinental …
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Without a doubt, Pousada Do Porto - Palacio Do Freixo is the most eye-catching historic hotel in Porto. It is open in a magnificent palace that dates back to the 18th century. The look of …
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Just like the cathedral, the Franciscan Church of San Francisco (Igreja de Sao Fransisco)
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Porto is full of places perfect for a romantic break away. Many couples prefer to stay at the high class Pestana Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site. This hotel is open in an incredibly …
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Porto is famous throughout the world, primarily as home of the well-known port wine. There are more than 40 wineries in the city. They produce port wine – the real pride of local residents. The majority of manufactures are located in the district that is opposite to Ribeira district. It is located on the other bank of the Douro River. If you make an excursion there, for example, to the cellar of one of the most famous firms that make port, Calem, you will learn a lot about the history and the process of making port. Of course, all visitors will be taken for a walk along huge wooden barrels, some of which can hold up to 60,000 liters of wine. The excursion, which lasts approximately 20 minutes, will be completed with its best part - wine tasting!
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Porto and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Porto
♥ Shopping area ' Rua de Santa Catarina' Porto, 1.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Rua de Santa Catarina' Porto, 1.1 km from the center. On the map
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Survived castles around Porto
♥ Castle 'Castle of Santa Maria da Feira' , 26.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Guimarães' , 42.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Dona Chica Castle' , 51.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Tebra' , 99.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Montalegre' , 101.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Santa Maria da Feira' , 26.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Guimarães' , 42.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Dona Chica Castle' , 51.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Tebra' , 99.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle of Montalegre' , 101.9 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Porto
♥ Nature Park 'Litoral Norte' , 44.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Alvão' , 71 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Peneda-Gerês' , 82.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Natural Park 'Monte Aloia' , 103.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Serra da Estrela' , 125.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Litoral Norte' , 44.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Alvão' , 71 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Peneda-Gerês' , 82.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Natural Park 'Monte Aloia' , 103.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Nature Park 'Serra da Estrela' , 125.9 km from the center. On the map
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Art galleries in Porto and around
♥ Art museum 'Serralves' Porto, 3.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Serralves' Porto, 3.5 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Porto from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Soaring Umbrellas Street
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Distance from Porto center - 65.5 km.
For the first time, the street was decorated with umbrellas during one of the city's festivals. An installation pleased locals and visitors of the city so much, that they decided to make it an annual tradition. Those who want to walk along one of the most exciting streets in the world, have to visit the Portuguese town in July. That's the time when the annual city festival takes place. In mid-summer, a lot of great cultural events are held in the city in terms of the festival. …
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Stone House
From the series “The Most Bizarre and Fancy Living Houses”![](../../extreme/img/w300/stone-house_1.jpg)
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Distance from Porto center - 49.9 km.
It must be noted that the house also has the comfortable adjoining territory. In the so-called inner courtyard is the beautiful recreation zone equipped with the swimming pool. The house is surrounded by beautiful plant and flower compositions. Remarkable that the exact history of house construction is unknown. According to one of the versions, it is the project of a promising designer who wanted to remain anonymous. According to another version, the construction of the house in the stone was a natural pursuit to save on the building materials. …
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Saudi Arabia to Open 38 Hotels in Diriyah
Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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Diriyah is one of the first mega projects in Saudi Arabia. Hotels and other infrastructure will start opening next year, and all works are expected to end in 2026. The first 18 restaurants in Bujairi Terrace will start operating already in early 2022.
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