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Palacio da BolsavsPorto Cathedral (Se Catedral)
Both Palacio da Bolsa and Porto Cathedral are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Porto Cathedral is preferred by most reviewers compared to Palacio da Bolsa. Porto Cathedral comes in at #1 in Porto with approval from 9 reviews like Michelin Guide, Afar Magazine and Frommer's.
Palacio da Bolsa
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Porto, Portugal
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Frommer's "The place functions today purely as a municipal showplace, without stock-trading activities of any kind." Full review
Fodor's "Guided tours (every half hour) are the only way to see the interior of this masterpiece of 19th-century Portuguese architecture." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This splendid neoclassical monument (built from 1842 to 1910) honours Porto’s past and present money merchants." Full review
Afar Magazine "I could have stayed in this building for hours rather than scuttling through rapidly on a tour." Full review
Time Out "The neoclassical former stock exchange – now headquarters of Porto’s chamber of commerce – was built on the site of the monastery of the neighbouring Igreja de São Francisco." Full review
U.S. News & World Report11.0
"One of the most-visited sites in Porto, the Palácio da Bolsa is renowned for its exquisite neoclassical facade and ornate gilded Arabian Hall." 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
