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Heritage

Palace of the Viscounts of Balsemão

Palacete Viscondes de Balsemão, Porto

The palace a sober building from the 18th century passed, by marriage, to the Viscounts of Balsemão. The city’s coin collection is one of the best and largest in the country.

Categories Museums & Heritage Tags Coins, Heritage, Historic, Museum, Palace

Casa Tait

Casa Tait views, Porto

Casa Tait is a 19th century mansion in Porto. Visit the gardens for one of the most spectacular views of the city and the Douro river.

Categories Parks & Gardens Tags Douro, Garden, Heritage, Hidden Gem, Views

Miragaia

Miragaia Historical Neighbourhoor Porto

Miragaia is one of the nicest neighborhoods in Porto filled with colorful houses on an ancient beach that served as a medieval shipyard.

Categories Streets & Corners Tags Heritage, Historical, Medieval, Picturesque, Riverside

Porto Tram Museum

Heritage Porto Tram Museum

Old trams are fascinating vehicles, full of romanticism. Porto still has several tram lines in circulation, which can be used daily.

Categories Museums & Heritage Tags Heritage, Museum, Riverside, Romantic, Sightseeing

Palácio da Bolsa

Palácio da Bolsa, Stock Exchange Palace, Porto

The former Stock Exchange house in Porto is a 19th century building and is now mainly used for major events. Find here a great mix of artistic styles.

Categories Museums & Heritage Tags Art Nouveau, Business, Heritage, Historic, Landmark

Café Piolho

Cafe Piolho, Porto

Possibly being the most famous caffe in Porto, it has been the meeting point for students and teachers, locals and foreigners, friends and lovers.

Categories Cafes Tags Ancient, Cafe, Downtown, Esplanade, Heritage, Landmark

Casa do Infante, House of the Prince

Casa do Infante - Prince's House, Porto

Right in the middle of Ribeira, House of the Prince is Porto’s ancient Custom House and old residence of the King’s of Portugal senior officials.

Categories Museums & Heritage Tags Ancient, Customs, Heritage, Historic, Kingdom, Museum

Porto’s Sé Cathedral

Porto Cathedral

Porto’s Cathedral, the Sé, is an historic landmark in the old centre, where the city was born. In fact, Morro da Sé is the oldest district in Porto.

Categories Museums & Heritage Tags Cathredal, Church, Heritage, Historic, Must See

Mercado do Bolhão

Mercado do Bolhao, Porto

Mercado do Bolhão is a must see place in Porto. Here you’ll find fresh produce, meat, fish, flowers and you’ll meet the most unique characters in the city.

Categories Shopping & Markets Tags Budget, Heritage, Landmark, Market, Traditional

Café Guarany

Cafe Guarany, Porto

Located in Porto’s main avenue, Guarany is a cafe where you’ll find history but you will also meet the young thinkers and writers.

Categories Cafes, Restaurants Tags Cafe, Downtown, Esplanade, Heritage, Pricey

Majestic Café

Heritage Cafe Majestic, Porto

This the most beautiful cafe in Porto. Actually, it’s on the Top 10 of the most beautiful cafes in the world. It dates back to 1921 under the name of Elite.

Categories Cafes Tags Cafe, Downtown, Heritage, Landmark, Pricey

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