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Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral)vsTorre dos Clerigos
Porto Cathedral and Clerigos Tower are both recommended by experts. On balance, Porto Cathedral ranks significantly higher than Clerigos Tower. Porto Cathedral ranks #1 in Porto with accolades from 9 publications like Fodor's, Concierge and Afar Magazine.
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
Torre dos Clerigos Concierge Lonely Planet Afar Magazine
On the Grid Time Out
Travel + Leisure Frommer's
Rua dos Clerigos, Porto, Portugal
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Concierge "For Porto's best panorama, climb the 250-foot-high Baroque Torre dos Clérigos."
Lonely Planet "Nasoni designed the Igreja dos Clérigos , with its theatrical facade and unusual, oval-shaped nave." Full review
Afar Magazine "An iconic landmark of the city, it was once used as a reference point for boats entering the Douro. The tower offers marvelous views of the river and the city of Porto." Full review
On the Grid "Clérigos Tower, designed by Nicolau Nasoni, is a stunning example of 18th century Baroque architecture." Full review
Time Out "The 75 metres, 225 steps high tower gives access to a 360° view of the city – one of the best and most Instagrammable on offer." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The tower, attached to the Clérigos Church since 1763, is an awe-inspiring building filled with historical artifacts as well as free organ concerts every day at noon inside the massive church."
Frommer's "Climb 225 steps to the top of the belfry, where you'll be rewarded with one of the city's finest views, of Porto and the river Douro." Full review
