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Church of Santa ClaravsPorto Cathedral (Se Catedral)
Church of Santa Clara and Porto Cathedral are both endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Porto Cathedral scores significantly higher than Church of Santa Clara. Porto Cathedral ranks #1 in Porto with accolades from 9 sources such as Afar Magazine, Fodor's and Time Out.
Church of Santa Clara
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Time Out
Largo do 1 Dezembro, Porto, Portugal
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Frommer's "Completed in 1416, the interior of the Church of St. Clara was transformed by impassioned 17th-century artists, masters of woodwork and gilding. " Full review
Lonely Planet "Once part of a Franciscan convent, this church hides an opulent interior behind its unassuming facade." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This church built in the Renaissance has preserved a granite doorway with figures in medallions from this era." Full review
Time Out "This convent church was founded in the early 15th century, but it was in the 17th and 18th that it gained its stylish Renaissance north portal door and extravagant interior decoration" Full review
Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral)
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Terreiro da Se, Porto 4050-573, Portugal
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Concierge "The formidable cathedral dominating central Porto is worth a visit for its ornate interior and its mixture of architectural styles."
Frommer's "Part of the twin towers, the rose window, the naves, and the vestry are elements of the original 13th-century structure." Full review
Fodor's "When you enter the two-story, 14th-century cloisters... the building comes to life." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"From Praça da Ribeira rises a tangle of medieval alleys and stairways that eventually reach the hulking, hilltop fortress of the cathedral." Full review
Fodor's "This huge cathedral was originally Romanesque but is now an impressive blend of styles. The delicate Renaissance stone tracery on the roof is particularly eye-catching. " Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The chapel of the Holy Sacrament, which opens off the left arm of the transept, has a very attractive altar with a retable in sculpted silver." Full review
Afar Magazine "Porto Cathedral is located in the historical center of the city of Porto, Portugal, is one of the city's oldest monuments, and one of the most important Romanesque monuments in Portugal." Full review
Afar Magazine "If you are looking for a great view over the city, consider visiting Porto Cathedral, or Sé do Porto." Full review
Time Out "Built in the 12th and 13th centuries, it is classified as a national monument. Even if you’re not particularly interested in religious architecture, it is an imposing building." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"The fortress-like church is the largest in the city and one of Porto's oldest monuments; it's flanked by twin towers and has a rather plain stone facade." Full review
