The local take
Each place comes with a short note on why it's worth the time, so you can plan your day around the ones that suit you.
ParksViewpointsJardim do Morro
Across the river in Gaia, Jardim do Morro is a park resting on top of a hill, providing great views of the city below.
Porto, Vila Nova de GaiaRecommended by André P.
ParksDouro Estuary
This nature reserve on the south bank of the Douro River covers more than 66 hectares of salt marsh.
Porto, Vila Nova de GaiaRecommended by André P.
ParksMuseumsFundação Serralves
A foundation that aims to raise the public's awareness of the environment and contemporary art.
Porto, SerralvesRecommended by André P.
ParksJardim Botânico do Porto
The city’s botanical garden sits on a four-hectare property in the Campo Alegre neighborhood.
Porto, ArrábidaRecommended by Magda M.
ParksJardim do Cálem
This small garden is located on the banks of the Douro River, so visitors walking along the path can take in their peaceful surroundings.
Porto, Bairro da Rainha D. LeonorRecommended by André P.
ParksOn the WaterJardim do Passeio Alegre
This green space is in Foz do Douro, the magical spot where the Douro River meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Porto, Foz do DouroRecommended by André P.
ParksJardín del Marqués de Oliveira
Dotted with rows (and circles) of pink, red, yellow, white, and purple tulip beds, Jardin del Marques de Oliveira is really quite romantic.
Porto, BolhãoRecommended by Ana C.
ParksViewpointsJardins do Palácio de Cristal
The Crystal Palace, built in 1865, no longer stands.
Porto, MassarelosRecommended by André P.
Historic LandmarkParksParque Arqueológico do Vale do Côa
For those who love archaeology, a trip to the Parque Arqueológico do Vale is a must.
PortoRecommended by Magda M.
ParksParque da Cidade do Porto
Parque da Cidade do Porto covers more than 205 acres of land.
Porto, Beco das CarreirasRecommended by André P.
ParksViewpointsParque de las Virtudes
Virtudes is a unique garden in Miragaia built in a series of ledges, creating a vertical effect.
Porto, MiragaiaRecommended by André P.
ParksParque de Serralves
Serralves Park, part of Fundaçâo Serralves, is an 18-hectare green space with a farmhouse, gardens, and woodlands.
Porto, Lordelo do OuroRecommended by André P.
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