Porto

The formidable cathedral dominating central Porto is worth a visit for its ornate interior and its mixture of architectural styles. — Concierge

Inside is an astounding interior: gilded carving—added in the mid-18th century—runs up the pillars, over the altar, and across the ceiling. — Fodor's

This museum in the Carrancas Palace has permanent collections of Portuguese painting and sculpture, including, in particular, sculptures by Soares dos Reis (1847-1889). — Michelin Guide

For Porto's best panorama, climb the 250-foot-high Baroque Torre dos Clérigos. — Concierge

The place functions today purely as a municipal showplace, without stock-trading activities of any kind. — Frommer's

This 18th-century white mansion, one of several buildings in Porto attributed by some to a pupil of Nicolau Nasoni and by others to Nicolau himself, was home to the poet Guerra Junqueiro (1850–1923). — Fodor's

Once part of a Franciscan convent, this church hides an opulent interior behind its unassuming facade. — Lonely Planet

Designed by Teófilo Seyrig (who apprenticed for Gustave Eiffel), this two-tiered metal bridge leads directly to the city of Vila Nova de Gaia. — Fodor's

Elaborate tile work in this railway station tells the story of Portugal.  — Atlas Obscura

The first building built in Portugal which is dedicated entirely to music in various aspects; presentation of music (concerts), education of music and creation of music. — Afar Magazine

The museum wing of this Porto charitable foundation harbours a small but important collection of art above all Flemish works of the 16th century. — Time Out

This garden symbolises the romantic ideal of oneness with nature. — Michelin Guide

The legendary Ferreira is one of the biggest wine lodges in Porto. — Frommer's

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This riverfront promenade is postcard Porto, taking in the whole spectacular sweep of the city, from Ribeira's pastel houses stacked like Lego bricks to the barcos rabelos. — Lonely Planet

To arrange a tasting with lunch or dinner (€30) and/or stays (€90–€180) at one or more quintas (wine estates), contact the Rota do Vinho do Porto. — Fodor's

Built in the 18th century and dedicated to Saint Peter, it's believed by some to have been designed by Nicolau Nasoni, architect of Porto's emblematic Torre dos Clérigos. — Fodor's