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Visiting Porto, Portugal


The town that gave the country (and port wine) its very name, Porto is Portugal’s second-largest metropolis after Lisbon. Sometimes called Oporto, it's an age-old city that has one foot firmly in the industrial present. The old town, centered at Ribeira, was built on the hills overlooking the Douro River, and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The 14th-century São Francisco church is a main attraction, as are the local port wine cellars, mostly located across the river at Vila Nova de Gaia.
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Guest House Douro

5 of 5 stars
San Francisco, California
Nov 20, 2009

We were blessed to have an opportunity to stay with Carmen and Joao, the best B&B hosts in the world. The inn is truly a labor of love for them and it clearly shows in every detail from the fresh...more

Eurostars Das Artes

Nov 19, 2009

Stayed there recently on a two day trip to Porto. Upgraded free at reception when he saw it was a birthday trip.Very pleasant and helpful staff,excellent breakfast,and lovely modern clean rooms. Close...more

Eurostars Das Artes

4 of 5 stars
Paris, France
Nov 17, 2009

Eurostars is a very nice place to stay at in Porto. The look and feel of the hotel is nice, modern without being too cold. Rooms, if not very large, are spotless and very comfortable - the bed is...more

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