Guidebook for Porto
Essentials
The Bolhão market, situated directly opposite from B The Guest is a place not to be missed. It is the most emblematic market of the city, classified as a building of public interest in 2006.
770 locals recommend
Bolhão Market
322 R. FormosaThe Bolhão market, situated directly opposite from B The Guest is a place not to be missed. It is the most emblematic market of the city, classified as a building of public interest in 2006.
Casa Januário belongs to a restrict number of traditional stores of the city of Porto. It’s a delicatessen store in Porto’s downtown that for a long time has accustomed us to the quality.
6 locals recommend
Casa Januario
352 R. do BonjardimCasa Januário belongs to a restrict number of traditional stores of the city of Porto. It’s a delicatessen store in Porto’s downtown that for a long time has accustomed us to the quality.
This traditional grocery store was founded in 1917 by António Rodrigues Reis. Queijo da serra (cheese), a selection of cured and fresh sausages, an extensive range of dried and crystalized fruits.
46 locals recommend
A Perola do Bolhao
279 R. FormosaThis traditional grocery store was founded in 1917 by António Rodrigues Reis. Queijo da serra (cheese), a selection of cured and fresh sausages, an extensive range of dried and crystalized fruits.
Sightseeing
The Tower is a part of the Clerigos Church and both were projected by the Italian architect Nicolau Nasoni and built between 1731 and 1763. It’s an example of the Baroque and Rococo architecture
1226 locals recommend
Clérigos Tower
Rua de São Filipe de NeryThe Tower is a part of the Clerigos Church and both were projected by the Italian architect Nicolau Nasoni and built between 1731 and 1763. It’s an example of the Baroque and Rococo architecture
Avenue of the Aliados, the heart of the city, elected by portuenses as a place to celebrate special occasions. Here you can glimpse the beauty and magnificence of its architectural ensemble.
368 locals recommend
Avenida dos Aliados
Avenida dos AliadosAvenue of the Aliados, the heart of the city, elected by portuenses as a place to celebrate special occasions. Here you can glimpse the beauty and magnificence of its architectural ensemble.
This is the cradle from which grew the city of Porto. Is a must see because of its artistic treasures. Built in the XII century in Romanesque style, the cathedral has undergone several changes.
566 locals recommend
Porto Cathedral (Se Cathedral)
Terreiro da SéThis is the cradle from which grew the city of Porto. Is a must see because of its artistic treasures. Built in the XII century in Romanesque style, the cathedral has undergone several changes.
Inaugurated in 1916, the historical station is known for its tile (azulejo) panels that depict scenes of the History of Portugal. It is located in the Almeida Garret Square, in the centre of the city.
1008 locals recommend
São Bento Station
Praça de Almeida GarrettInaugurated in 1916, the historical station is known for its tile (azulejo) panels that depict scenes of the History of Portugal. It is located in the Almeida Garret Square, in the centre of the city.
Port Wine is a fortified wine produced exclusively in the Douro Demarcated Region and aged in cellars. It stands out from ordinary wines thanks to its range of varieties, and the incomparable richness
91 locals recommend
Taylor's Port
250 Rua do ChoupeloPort Wine is a fortified wine produced exclusively in the Douro Demarcated Region and aged in cellars. It stands out from ordinary wines thanks to its range of varieties, and the incomparable richness
Port Wine is a fortified wine produced exclusively in the Douro Demarcated Region and aged in cellars. It stands out from ordinary wines thanks to its range of varieties, and the incomparable richness
9 locals recommend
GRAHAM'S Port Lodge
Port Wine is a fortified wine produced exclusively in the Douro Demarcated Region and aged in cellars. It stands out from ordinary wines thanks to its range of varieties, and the incomparable richness
Port Wine is a fortified wine produced exclusively in the Douro Demarcated Region and aged in cellars. It stands out from ordinary wines thanks to its range of varieties, and the incomparable richness
165 locals recommend
Sandeman Porto
3 Largo Miguel BombardaPort Wine is a fortified wine produced exclusively in the Douro Demarcated Region and aged in cellars. It stands out from ordinary wines thanks to its range of varieties, and the incomparable richness
Port Wine is a fortified wine produced exclusively in the Douro Demarcated Region and aged in cellars. It stands out from ordinary wines thanks to its range of varieties, and the incomparable richness
180 locals recommend
Porto Calem
344 Av. de Diogo LeitePort Wine is a fortified wine produced exclusively in the Douro Demarcated Region and aged in cellars. It stands out from ordinary wines thanks to its range of varieties, and the incomparable richness
Port Wine is a fortified wine produced exclusively in the Douro Demarcated Region and aged in cellars. It stands out from ordinary wines thanks to its range of varieties, and the incomparable richness
12 locals recommend
Offley Cellars
62 Rua do ChoupeloPort Wine is a fortified wine produced exclusively in the Douro Demarcated Region and aged in cellars. It stands out from ordinary wines thanks to its range of varieties, and the incomparable richness
Is the most prominent Gothic monument in Porto, being also noted for its outstanding Baroque inner decoration. It is located in the historic centre of the city, declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
433 locals recommend
Monument Church Of St Francis
Rua do Infante Dom HenriqueIs the most prominent Gothic monument in Porto, being also noted for its outstanding Baroque inner decoration. It is located in the historic centre of the city, declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Shopping
With some examples of Art Nouveau in its facades, the street of Santa Catarina is the most commercial street of downtown Porto, with about 1.5 km, most of which are reserved for pedestrians.
1060 locals recommend
Rua de Santa Catarina
Rua de Santa CatarinaWith some examples of Art Nouveau in its facades, the street of Santa Catarina is the most commercial street of downtown Porto, with about 1.5 km, most of which are reserved for pedestrians.
Opened in 1906, Livraria Lello is one of the most beautiful bookstores in Porto and the world.
1351 locals recommend
Livraria Lello
144 R. das CarmelitasOpened in 1906, Livraria Lello is one of the most beautiful bookstores in Porto and the world.
Arts & Culture
Famous concert hall of the city offers a wide variety of artists, plays and concerts
6 locals recommend
Rivoli Cinema Hostel
83 R. do Dr. Magalhães LemosFamous concert hall of the city offers a wide variety of artists, plays and concerts
Drinks & Nightlife
Night in Porto equals a good time spent in good company. With every passing day, Porto becomes the place to be, with great variety and quality nightlife to be enjoyed.
32 locals recommend
Rua Cândido dos Reis
Rua de Cândido dos ReisNight in Porto equals a good time spent in good company. With every passing day, Porto becomes the place to be, with great variety and quality nightlife to be enjoyed.