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Popular places to visit

Ribeira Square
Perched on the banks of the River Douro, Ribeira Square is one of Porto’s oldest and most exciting districts.

Porto Historic Center
You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you stop by Porto Historic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Porto Cathedral
This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting.

Casa da Música
Listen to classical and popular music concerts or dine out in style at one of Portugal’s most modern performance spaces.

Porto City Hall
After visiting Porto City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira with a trip to Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.

Livraria Lello
During your visit to Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Livraria Lello. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.

Bolhao Market
During your visit to Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bolhao Market. Wander through the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.

Clerigos Tower
Learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you take a trip to Clerigos Tower. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Areas of Matosinhos

Matosinhos Centro
While you're in Matosinhos Centro, take in top sights like Matosinhos Beach or Leixoes Sea Port, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Camara de Matosinhos Station or Senhor de Matosinhos Station.

Leca da Palmeira
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Leca da Palmeira. You might want to make time for a stop at EXPONOR - Porto International Fair or Piscina das Mares.

Lavra
While Lavra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like EXPONOR - Porto International Fair and Piscina das Mares.

Senhora da Hora
When in Senhora da Hora and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Norte Shopping or Cidade do Porto Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Senhora da Hora Station or Sete Bicas Station.

São Mamede de Infesta
Even though there aren't top sights in São Mamede de Infesta, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Norte Shopping. Jump on the metro at São Mamede de Infesta Station to see more of the city.

Custóias
When in Custóias and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Norte Shopping or Ribeira Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Pias Station or Candido dos Reis Station.
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