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3-Day Adventure in Porto: Bridges, Cathedrals, and Delicious Cuisine

Dr. Fábio Monteiro

Dr. Fábio Monteiro

27 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day journey through Porto, Portugal. Explore iconic landmarks like Luís I Bridge and Porto Cathedral. Indulge in the vibrant atmosphere of Mercado Beira-Rio and Church of Saint Ildefonso. Savor mouthwatering dishes at Café Santiago and SHIKO - Tasca Japonesa. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Jardins do Palácio de Cristal and Castelo do Queijo. Don't miss the culinary delights at Mercado Bom Sucesso and Forno do Mercado. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Porto

Day 1
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$48

ibis Porto Centro São Bento

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Luís I Bridge
Arched bridge carrying low-level road & a high-level metro line between Porto & Vila Nove de Gaia.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Directions

Gaia Cable Car - Jardim do Morro station
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
11 - 16 min

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Mercado Beira-Rio
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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$5
20 - 30 min

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Directions

Porto Cathedral
Hilltop Romanesque cathedral, with a fortress-like interior, a rose window & Gothic cloisters.
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Directions

Church of Saint Ildefonso
Elegant 18th-century church whose facade is covered in blue & white tiles added in the 1930s.
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Directions

Café Santiago
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
Day 2
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$44

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$ 10

ibis Porto Centro São Bento

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Igreja da Lapa
Catholic church housing the heart of King Pedro IV & the remains of famous artists in its graveyard.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Directions

Igreja do Carmo
Connected to its twin church by a house, this baroque church has a well-known tiled side facade.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Livraria Lello
Lavishly designed historic book store with an art nouveau exterior & a winding wooden staircase.
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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$18
12 - 15 min

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Directions

Jardim do Morro
A cable car leads to this hilltop green space with benches & a grove of palm trees at the summit.
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Directions

Igreja de Santa Clara
This 15th-century Catholic place of worship features elaborate, gold-plated design work.
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Directions

SHIKO - Tasca Japonesa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 3
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$33

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$ 14

ibis Porto Centro São Bento

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
Landscaped gardens designed in the 19th century offering fountains, paths & Douro River views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Directions

Castelo do Queijo
Turreted 17th-century fort with cannons, sitting on a prominent rock overlooking the beach.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Directions

Mercado Bom Sucesso
Bright indoor market offering fresh produce, clothing & local food stalls & cultural performances.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
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$5
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Forno do Mercado
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$28

Budget breakdown: $148 In total

Activities & Food:$125
Transport:$23