03 May 2013

Preparation for the nights in Queimódromo

Queimodromo: a Non Stop Party

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Starting this Sunday (5th of May) until next Saturday (11th of May), in the evenings, Queima das Fitas in Porto will present you with music everyday. And believe us, you will not want to lose the concerts in Queimodromo, where there will be performing national and international bands.

02 May 2013

Get ready for queima 2013 #1

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If you are in town between the 4th and the 11th of May, we are sure you will want to be in Porto’s academic week. During these days students from several universities will take the most out of the academic spirit felt all over the city, and you can be part of it.

During these days we will post information about the different activities and concerts that will be happening in Queima week, so keep your focus on :D

Today you can get to know what is the Traditional Academic Costume, Praxe (hazing) and the Monumental Serenade, that officially opens Queima week.

30 April 2013

Cremosi: one name, two shops, lots of tastyness

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The warm weather is comming and the urge to eat a nice ice cream increases.
That's why we're going to tell you about Cremosi

28 April 2013

Oporto Sky Hostel: Sleep Like a Baby in the clouds

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Oporto Sky Hostel was referred by the search engine “Trivago”, the largest hotel price comparator in the world, as one of the top 10 lowcost spaces in Portugal. Therefore, it is one of the ideal places to stay during your trip to Porto.

27 April 2013

Casal Lounge: finesse without luxury prices

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Elegance and finesse combined with affordable prices. Casal Lounge offers these and other great advantages for those who visit them in Aliados. The restaurant has nice decor providing a confortable environment. Having lunch, dinner or an afternoon snack in this place is a great choice for someone in the vicinity, looking for a place to relax with friends for a tasting.
 

26 April 2013

Escape from the city inside the city

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Parque da Cidade (City Park)


We think that there's no need for words, these images of Parque da Cidade (City Park) speak for themselves. 
An escape from de city to relax and contemplate the nature in a sunny day? 
Now you know where you can go :D

25 April 2013

More than a Tea Storehouse


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Located in Porto’s downtown main area, “Armazém do Chá” (Tea Storehouse)
is set in a 19th century building. Once, that space used to be a roasting factory,
therefore some of the elements from the old facilities were recovered, giving it a
very unique style.

23 April 2013

Geocaching: playing treasure hunt with the rest of the World


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Porto has a ton of cashes spread around town so, if you like enigmas and adventure, this is the perfect way to discover the city. If you haven't sign up yet you just need to register in the official website where you can also share you're adventures. So, if you are ready to have fun, discover the city and without paying, read the following article to get to know GeoCaching.

22 April 2013

Walk Around Porto: guided tours in exchange for a tip

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This tourist service promises you a different and informal journey through the most well known places in Porto. And the best part, there isn’t a set price.

20 April 2013

YES! Porto Hostel

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One of the key factors for someone to feel good when talking to somebody else is a good, cordial and charismatic treatment. For Yes! Porto Hostel, this point shouldn’t be left aside since, acording to the manager Diogo Candeias, the staff is one of the main points that differenciate the Yes! Porto Hostel  from other hostels in Porto. Mr. Candeias says the friendliness and the constant good mood of his staff make a difference, even on hostel specialized websites.

19 April 2013

"O Buraco" - A place to eat a traditional portuguese meal


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Right in the heart of the city, near Bolhao Market, “O Buraco” (The Hole) restaurant is a simple homy place that serves great homemade food. Here you can taste some of the typical, genuine dishes from Porto and the northern region of Portugal. With very attractive prices.


18 April 2013

Porto Spot Hostel

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Located in Porto’s city centre, Porto Spot Hostel is a great place to stay during your visit. With a very friendly and homy vibe, it is an excellent place to spend a few days with your friends.

17 April 2013

Wanna take a bite?


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Pipa Velha is one of the oldest bars in Porto, open for business since 1981 in the heart of the city’s Downtown area. It is also a snack bar.

16 April 2013

A Sunday Stroll in Serralves


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One of the most atractive tourist places in Porto is the Serralves Museum and its amazing gardens.

15 April 2013

Caipicompany: A piece of Brazil right here in Porto


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If you like to relax with the sound of the waves in the background while drinking something fresh, this bar is for you.

14 April 2013

Oporto Invictus Hostel

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Oporto Invictus Hostel is set in an old and characteristic building of Porto, fully renovated, and it offers the confort and cosiness of your own home. Besides, the building is environmentally friendly because it is solar powered. It is located downtown, near several points of interest, Oporto Invictus Hostel's rooms were named after Porto's tourist attractions and are decorated with different paintings.

13 April 2013

Have you ever tried Port Wine?

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If you haven't, Porto com Arte is an ideal place to do it. The place combines a confortable, pleasant, exquisite atmosphere with specialized staff and attractive prices.

12 April 2013

Free entries and reduced prices? PORTO CARD

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The touristic card PortoCard is an initiative of the Tourism Offices from Porto’s City Hall and its main goal is to promote the city and the Porto brand as a “toursitic destination of excellence”.

11 April 2013

A House of culture and one of the symbols of the city

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Casa da Musica (House of Music) is the main Concert Hall in Porto, Portugal.
It was designed by the dutch architect Rem Koolhass, as part of the 2001 Porto, European Capital of Culture, however its construction was  only finalized in 2005, immediately becoming one of the city’s icons.