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Hilltop Romanesque cathedral, with a fortress-like interior, a rose window & Gothic cloisters.
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Reviews — 8
This site was just across from our hotel so it was easy to access. What a great example of religious architecture and rich ornamentation. We walked to the tower snd took some stunning shots.
It was 11:40 AM, February 29th, 2024. An extremely unfriendly and rude lady at the reception. Without greeting or making eye contact, or asking which type of ticket we wanted, all she said was '6 Euro'. We said we would like two combined tickets. Then she said '12 Euro' and put her hand out for money. She seemed very grumpy and somewhat angry. This really ruined our first impression and mood to see the inside. Hence, a low rating for this church. We were quite shocked how such a person can work at the ticket desk, especially in a church.
The cloister was okay, although not impressive. It maintained many original features and looked great. The church was also beautiful and not overly elaborated or decorated.
The cloister was okay, although not impressive. It maintained many original features and looked great. The church was also beautiful and not overly elaborated or decorated.
Just a small fees to go inside the building. You can feel this building somewhat back in how many decades. There are a lots of blue tiles in the ground floor as well upper floor.
You can also enjoy the city view either from the outside of the building or go up inside the tower.
You can also enjoy the city view either from the outside of the building or go up inside the tower.
When in Porto, you would never miss this hulking fortress like cathedral which sits on a hilltop. The alter is lavish baroque style gilded with gold leaf. The granite stonework and the high ceilings provide a solemn vibe. I was surprised to see painted ceiling like the ones I saw in Rome, which is not very common in Portugal. The cloister was the most impressive with walls that were fully decorated with brilliant blue and white tiles illustrating biblical stories. Climbing to the tower, again, more tiles, more stories. But makes the climbing more worthwhile it’s the view of the riverfront and the old town. The Porto Cathedral is a must visit when in Porto. With Porto Card, you can save €1.
Lovely cathedral in Porto, live structure with lots of tile arts!! Definitely climb to the top to get a panoramic view of Porto city! Tickets required to go in, but went on a weekday, no queue and it was very quick to get to the top. We also visited the Bishop quarter next to the cathedral too.
I went to the 11am mass on Sunday and it was a wonderful experience. Even though I haven’t attended mass in quite some time the muscle memory was there and the cultural experience was beautiful. Additionally, it is worth the couple of euros to tour the cathedral and you MUST climb to the top of the tower — the view is SPECTACULAR!
A visit to Porto Cathedral is a journey into sunlit historical splendor. Situated near the Luis I Bridge, it offers stunning views, especially radiant under the sunshine – sunglasses recommended! This majestic structure is accessible via a scenic uphill walk. With both ticketed and free sections, the experience is enhanced by the charm of street musicians, adding a melodic backdrop with their guitars. Ideal for families, the cathedral is a gateway to exploring Porto's old town. Remember to stroll leisurely, as every corner around it is a delightful discovery.
