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    Palácio de Cristal

    4.5 (19 reviews)

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    What a view
    Meri S.

    This was one of my favorite places to visit while in Porto and lucky for me it was across the street from where I was staying. It is a large, beautiful, relaxing park with picturesque views of the river & city. I went a few times because there are so many different paths/nooks & crannies to explore. You will also see a few peacocks, roosters & other birds. There are many places to sit and take in the views or relax with a book. There is even an area with equipment to exercise. It's also a popular spot to chill and watch the sunset. It's definitely a place to visit while in Porto. It's such a magical place!

    Lindsay H.

    One of my favorite adventures during our trip to Portugal. It was sprinkling rain all day, which made for cooler weather and less crowds. The rain did not take away from the majestic views, luckily. This park is a short walk from the main tourist drags and it includes a stadium that houses some food and drink spots, fountains, ponds, statues, and the famous PORTO sculpture/sign, just waiting for selfie ops. I had no idea this was a bird sanctuary of sorts. So many gorgeous peacocks just following us around in droves. Well worth a stop when in Porto. You've gotta work off those francesinha sandwiches somehow, right?

    Suor K.

    Jardim do Palacio de Cristal is a beautiful park in the middle of Porto. It's a bit of a walk away from the touristy areas of the city, but it provides a quiet place to walk, contemplate, and watch the city from afar. The park has several nooks with little gems. There were some manicured gardens with statues that remind me of scenes from books about the deep south of the US. There's even a small rose garden. The park provides some fabulous views of the Duoro River. This park is even home to a few peacocks. When I visited, the dome was closed due to construction. However, it's still worth a stroll off the beaten path.

    Danielle L.

    This park was beautiful. We came a sunset and it was very enjoyable. The layout is simple: a central rotunda with small offshoots with picnic areas and water fountains. The Crystal Palace Garden is at the center. It's green hue that adds to the illusion of it. The actual Crystal Palace was destroyed in the 1950s. The grounds have a beautiful sign that says "PORTO" in which people line up to photograph. This particular day we went there was a book fair. One could find almost any book in Portuguese there. For English speakers, there was a small tent available. The park also boasts an amphitheater for small concerts. Adjacent to the amphitheater is a smaller pond with seating and bridges to walk over. It's quiet and inviting. There are ducks, fish, and beautiful peacocks that roam the grounds. My children loved it. It was a spectacular way to end the afternoon. If you're looking for something inexpensive and relaxing to do that is child friendly, we highly recommend this spot. We love it.

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    Great views to the city! Here you can find open gardens such as more intimate corners. Really pleasant place to hang out in!

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    Overlooking the Douro River, these gardens are much bigger and filled with birds, ponds, artwork, and amazing trees.

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    Parque de Serralves

    Parque de Serralves

    4.6(5 reviews)
    2.8 km

    What a delicious place! Plan to spend a ton of time, between the museum, the house, the garden, the…read moretree walks, the full garden paths you can easily spend half a day, and that would be rushing. My favorite, and I wish I spent more time, was the garden and the outdoor paths. Plan to get lost, explore, be inspired, think, question, and just be purely in love with this experience. I can't recommend enough.

    Serralves Park is a gorgeous spot in Porto that is a wonderful way to spend a few hours…read moredecompressing and strolling around. The Casa de Serralves looks honestly looks like a Barbie house, in its simple Art Deco design. There are a series of large garden fountains that connect down the middle of the front courtyard. The grounds around the Casa are also very architectural and designed in maze patterns, structural elements, and completely matching the flow and feel of the house. A forest of trees and paths also surround the park, so you can do a lot of walking and marveling at things as you pass. The interior museum (no photos, unfortunately) features exhibits focused on contemporary art. It houses works from well known International artists as well as local Portuguese artists. There are several art pieces scattered around the park and grounds as well. My favorite was "Plantoir" by Claes Oldenburg. It's a giant red trowel that stands almost 25 feet tall and weighs over 2,000 pounds. It just makes you feel so small when you're standing there next to it! No matter if you're a fan of art, nature, or history - Serralves fits the ticket.

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