The hills of Porto and the ancient stone steps, the must-see places in Porto, which lead from the colorful boats on the Douro River to each of the citys extraordinary landmarks give you a great view, but there is nothing to bask in the views. glorious sights from the best places in Porto

 

LOUNGE TERRACE 360 

 



At the top of the Porto Cruz building you will find the 360 ° Terrace Lounge, a trendy bar that is open during the day for lunch as well as at night for snacks, and is an ideal place to catch a sunset while enjoying a drink. of port wine. The entire building is dedicated to the harbor, the famous locally produced sweet wine, and guests can learn about its culture and history and enjoy a tasting before heading to the evening bar. Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, next to Dom Luís Bridge, visitors can enjoy the view of Porto from the other side of the river.

 

FERREIRA CAVES

 



The historic Caves Ferreira is undoubtedly one of the best places to taste Porto wine in Porto. Produced over two centuries ago, it has become a famous brand, sold all over the country and internationally. Theres nothing like tasting the semi-sweet ruby, white or tawny blends within the 260-year-old winery where it all began - tours include two to five wine tastings, an educational briefing about the Douro region and a glimpse in the matriarch of the Ferreira family, Dona Antónia Ferreira.

 

Enjoy the city tile art

 

Azulejo tiles are unique in Portugal in the way they are used to decorate buildings, streets and houses, and this is especially noticeable in Porto. Popular monuments for its impressive artistic and cultural mosaics include São Bento Station, Santo Ildefonso Church and Carmo Church. To see some incredible views, you wont have to work hard, because the tiles are practically everywhere in the city.

 

 

A drink along the Douro river

 

Ribeira do Porto is one of the most popular neighborhoods, full of cafes after restaurants and cafes and offering spectacular views, including sunsets over Portos bridges. Sit out on the terrace to partake in the coffee culture or enjoy a glass of wine or beer. There is so much to do and see along the Ribeira, but simply relaxing and watching the world go by (perhaps while enjoying delicious pastries?) Is a difficult experience to beat.

 

Take a selfie of Dom Luis I Bridge

 



The top of Dom Luis I Bridge offers one of the most spectacular views of the city, and taking a selfie of the upper level walkway is a must. Built in the late 19th century, Dom Luís I Bridge is one of Portos iconic structures. The bridge also has a lower level that may be more suitable for pedestrians, especially those afraid of heights!

 

Low

Downtown is the downtown area where visitors will find most of the major landmarks. Dont leave Porto without fully appreciating Portos tile work, which decorates many of the buildings here. One of the most striking examples is São Bento train station. Walk to Clerigos Tower and climb to the top for perhaps the most breathtaking views of the city. Baixa rises from Ribeira and surrounds Avenida dos Aliados, an architectural dream.

 

Ribeira

 



The best known and most popular neighborhood is Ribeira, a stretch full of restaurants, cafes, beautiful and quirky houses and a walkway that runs along the Douro River. This is usually the first stop for visitors when they arrive in the city. Along the Ribeira you can take beautiful photos and experience a traditional side of Portugal (authentic and traditional is what all the city of Porto has to offer). Watch the colorful boats rise to the shores, carrying wine barrels, or rest right and sit in one of the many cafes overlooking an incredible sunset.

 

Miragaia

This neighborhood will remind visitors of Ribeira, with its colorful and quirky houses and location near the river. Like Ribeira, Miragaia is a good neighborhood to see the heart of the city, full of locals and tourists. This area was once home to Jewish and Armenian communities.

 

RIBEIRA LIFT

 

Elevador da Ribeira is another great way to get to know some of the best views in the neighborhood. Although used as a means of public transportation for locals, the elevator serves as a leisure activity for visitors. Riding the elevator costs a nominal fee and connects the port of Ribeira to the middle slope of the neighborhood, known as Barredo. Take the elevator and get off to explore the Ribeira neighborhood in all its glory.

 

Inspiring Sunset

As Porto sits on the hills, there is no shortage of beautiful lookouts to enjoy the breathtaking sunsets. Terraced gardens, historic landmarks and elegant bridges are some places where couples can get lost in the scenery, such as the Crystal Palace Gardens or the Clerigos Tower. These points can provide stimulating settings for declarations of love!

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