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Porto: A Journey Through Time and Nature

ikram hilali

ikram hilali

16 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the enchanting city of Porto, where ancient marvels meet breathtaking natural beauty. Discover historic bridges, stunning viewpoints, lush gardens, and iconic landmarks that will leave you in awe. Join us on this 6-day exploration of Porto's hidden gems!

Trip to Porto

Day 1Bridges, Monastery, and Hilltop Gardens
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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
13 - 20 min

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Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar
Former monastery dating to the 1500s, set on a hilltop & notable for its round church & cloister.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Jardim do Morro
A cable car leads to this hilltop green space with benches & a grove of palm trees at the summit.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Walls, Cathedral, and River Views
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Fernandine Walls of Porto
Medieval stone walls & towers built as fortifications, with scenic views of the city & river.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Porto Cathedral
Hilltop Romanesque cathedral, with a fortress-like interior, a rose window & Gothic cloisters.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Miradouro da Vitória
Scenic overlook offering picturesque views of city buildings, bridges & the river below.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Ponte da Arrábida
Landmark arch bridge over the Douro River, with guided climbs to the top offered by a local company.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Parks and Gardens Oasis
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Parque da Cidade do Porto
City park with sports fields, sand volleyball courts, dining options & cycling & walking paths.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Jardim da Cordoaria
Small, historic urban park with a serene vibe featuring a variety of trees, plants & sculptures.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
Day 4Art and Nature at Serralves Park
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Parque de Serralves
18-hectare park, part of the Serralves Foundation, with formal gardens, wooded areas & sculptures.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 5Castle, Botanical Garden, and Tower
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$13

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$ 4

Castelo do Queijo
Turreted 17th-century fort with cannons, sitting on a prominent rock overlooking the beach.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Jardim Botânico do Porto | Museu de História Natural e da Ciência da U.Porto
Botanical & formal gardens with an elegant, 19th-century mansion, pond & paths through an arboretum.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
9 - 11 min

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Clerigos Church and Tower
Baroque church with a marble altarpiece & a 75-m bell tower that is a symbol of Porto.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$6
Day 6Serenity at the Crystal Palace Gardens
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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

Budget breakdown: $20 In total

Activities & Food:$13
Transport:$7