Porto Itinerary: How To Spend One Day In Porto

I have outlined all the best things to do in Porto in one day, including a walking itinerary to maximize your time in the city.

1 DAY IN PORTO CHAPEL OF SOULS

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IGREJA DE SANTO ILDEFONSO

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SAO BENTO STATION

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IGREJA DOS CLERIGOS

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LIVRARIA LELLO

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Igreja do Carmo is also a Baroque church, famous for its side façade of azulejos.

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JARDINS DO PALACIO DE CRISTAL

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Swipe up to learn more!

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More places to explore

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