Porto is the second largest city in the country (after Lisbon) and has a rich history and beautiful city centre. The centre itself is so pretty and beautifully kept that it was declared a UNESCO world heritage site back in 1996.
Porto is one of those wonderful European cities that catch you by surprise when arriving for a city break with so much to discover, see and do. We’ve helped you along by picking the seven most Instagrammable spots for you…
Instagrammable spots Porto
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1. Gaia Cable Car
There is no better way to get a true appreciation of this gorgeous city than to do so from the air on this short cable car ride. A truly unique city experience that shows off Porto at its absolute best.
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2. Jardim do Palácio de Cristal
Not only are the gardens themselves kept in beautiful shape, but the view from here looking down into Porto along the Douro river is simply stunning.
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3. Cocktails at Zenith
After all the walking around exploring this great city you’ll want to take the load off your feet and get a nice strong drink. The cocktails in here don’t just taste amazing, they look absolutely stunning too.
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4. Ribeira
There isn’t one specific spot in this area of the city but a stroll around here gives you a flavour for the real Porto enjoyed by the locals. A place bursting with colour and energy.
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5. Capela das Almas
The name translates as ‘chapel of the souls’ and has one of the prettiest exteriors you’ll ever see. When the sun shines the blues come to life and will give you the perfect backdrop for your perfect Porto Instagram shot.
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6. Avenida dos Aliados
This the main avenue through the city and a wonderful place for people watching, admiring the architecture and grabbing that iconic Porto Instagram shot.
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7. Dom LuÃs Bridge
Many cities are defined by bridges and Porto is no different. The bridge itself is truly unique with multiple layers and you can snap it from multiple angles and different heights.
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Traveling around Portugal? You’ll want to check out the 7 most Instagrammable spots in Lisbon if heading there.