Claremont
This iconic building of Porto was built in 1732 and took 30 years to complete, it is a typical Baroque tower. Standing at the high point here, the roofs of the houses in front of you are covered with vibrant autumnal colors, adding a lively atmosphere to the old city. If you happen to be here during a sunset, the picturesque scenery will make you feel like you're in a dream.
Porto Cathedral
The Porto Cathedral is located on a prominent hill in Porto and is one of the oldest landmarks in the city. The overall architectural structure of the church is a mixture of Gothic and Baroque styles, with a magnificent rose window, grand entrance, and baroque-style main altar. The elegant Gothic nave provides a refreshing experience. As a landmark that has existed for nearly a thousand years, the church was built around 1110 and took a century to complete. It still has many exquisite architectural features that are worth exploring today.
Liberia Wharf
In 1996, UNESCO confirmed the area from Ribeira Dock to Ribeira Square as a World Heritage Site, located in the heart of the old city center of Porto and bordering the Douro River. In history, the commercial ships departing from here were an important means of trade for this city and the world. Infamous historical wars have also occurred here, and in 1809, an attack by the French army killed more than 4,000 people. There is now a bronze relief sculpture to commemorate this historic moment.
Louis I Bridge
The Louis I Bridge over the Douro River connects Porto's city center with the new city of Gaia on the south bank. Not only is it a majestic iron bridge with great viewing value, it is also a transportation artery that connects the north and south banks of the Douro River. Arriving at the bridge, visitors are greeted with the most bustling and charming waterfront scenery in Porto. The construction of this steel arch bridge began in 1881 and was named after King Louis I at the time. With a span of 172 meters, it was considered the world's first when it was completed. Today, after being redesigned to meet modern transportation demands, the upper level of the Louis I Bridge has a tram track, while cars can pass on the lower level.
Lero Bookstore
Livraria Lello is one of the oldest bookstores in Portugal, and whenever you walk into this bookstore, you will be amazed by its beauty. Once inside the bookstore, the exquisitely carved staircase, colorful glass skylights, and exquisite design everywhere embody a fresh and clean sentiment. It is said that the author of "Harry Potter", J.K Rowling, often came here to brainstorm and write when she lived in Porto, so you can also find some familiar scenes from "Harry Potter" in this bookstore.
Porto Museum of Contemporary Art
This contemporary art museum, located next to Serralves Park, was completed in 1999 and is a masterpiece of modern architecture in the city of Porto. It is a renovated venue based on an old building and houses a large collection of works by contemporary Portuguese artists, making it a popular spot for art lovers and young people. The entire museum covers an area of 15,000 square meters, including a large exhibition hall and a green garden that blends in with it, allowing visitors to enjoy nature and its birdsong and flowers while viewing the artworks. A nearby ecological vegetable garden and orchard further demonstrate the layout concept.
Sandeman Cellars
Sandeman Wine Cellars, founded in 1790, is the most famous winery in Portugal. Visitors can learn about the process of making Porto wine, and taste different flavors of Porto wine, making it well worth a visit. Located on the other side of the Douro River, the winery boasts several firsts, such as being the first winery to have the Portuguese government legislate the protection of wine origin.
Estádio do Dragão in Porto
Football fans must be familiar with the Dragon Stadium in Porto, which is not only the home ground of Porto Football Club, a frequent visitor to the UEFA Champions League, but also served as the venue for the opening and final of the 2004 European Championship hosted by Portugal. The Dragon Stadium is a rare football venue that has passed the five-star evaluation of UEFA, it was built at a cost of up to 67.6 million euros and was officially opened at the end of 2003, and now has a capacity of 52,000 spectators.
