Porto, the second-largest city in Portugal after Lisbon, has a vast and interesting history; and its Roman, Celtic and Muslim influences have left behind a rich architectural legacy. This beautiful area of the Douro River has a surprising mix of buildings: Medieval religious architecture, contemporary structures by starchitects Siza and Soto de Moura and the prettiest and quaintest azulejo-tile houses you can imagine.
Walking the charming streets of Cidade do Porto might not be easy – it is often believed that the steep streets are the secret of local health – but the effort is definitely rewarding. Anything interesting in terms of architecture is here. If you find any mistakes, or have any suggestions please let me know in the comments. My intention is to keep it useful. Hope you enjoy!
Note: If you have some time to spare, make sure you check the stunning Ruta do Românico (included in the PDF) 😍
Download pdf here: Porto Architecture Guide 2020 (PDF)
Download map here: Porto Architecture Guide 2020
Virginia Duran 
Great post😀
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Thanks! Any plans of travelling to Portugal soon?
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Hi, in March I go to Porto and I ‘m looking for a good guide for an architecture tour in Porto for 1 day (also the new building from 21/22)
Could you give me an email address or name from a guide?
kathleendejonghe@hotmail.com
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Hello Kathleen, just saw your email. Thanks for your kind words and fingers crossed we find someone 😉
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Porto is a place to which I want to return, and you show me more of what to explore.
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Ha, this was exactly the purpose – to make people revisit. What did you like most last time you went there?
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The port!
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Very nice! Did you also do the cruise along the river?
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Indeed!
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Over last few years Porto has become quite the popular destination.
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True! It’s a very friendly city. Have you been there recently?
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Nice Post! Thank you!
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Thanks Mary. Have you been in Porto recently?
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Hey Virginia, not really, but will definitely consider it!
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And Porto is definitely amazing all year round, as the climate is mild and sweet. As you can see I care about the weather much heheh
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Hahaha, great, it’s always interesting when you hear that the weather is great all year round, you don’t feel limited!
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Thanks for the info! I’d love to visit Porto! I’ve never been to Portugal yet.
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Hopefully when the world goes back to normal you might be able to visit it. Have you been to Portugal?
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