Rosa Mota Pavilion: Where once stood a Crystal Palace

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 Photo: Carlos Sillva, no Flickr

The Crystal Palace was a building built only with iron, glass and stone, inspired on the Crystal Palace in London and with the goal of hosting industrial, agricultural and artistic exhibitions. Its first event was Porto’s International Exhibition, in 1865.

Miguel Bombarda - A Street filled with Art

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If you like culture a visit to Rua Miguel Bombarda is essential. This artery expands for 650 metres, between Rua de Cedofeita and Rua da Boa Nova. It is the ideal place to see the more modern side of Porto.

Crystal Palace Gardens: an escape from the city

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It is one of the most beautiful places in Porto and some say it is the lungs of the city. The garden was designed at the end of the 19th century by the architect Emille David. The name, Crystal Palace, is attributed  by the building built on site, around the same time, but that was later destroyed in 1956, and replaced by Rosa Mota Pavilion.

Gallery Hostel: combining art with sleep

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Have you ever imagined, when you come to Porto, staying in a hostel that in addition to all essential services of quality accommodation it also offers tours and art exhibitions for free, with very pleasant facilities? If you have dreamt with it and are in the search of a place to stay, Gallery Hostel is one to consider.

B&B: A great hotel that reminds us of Hollywood's golden days

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B&B Hotel is a great solution if you are looking for an alternative to hostels while having a good quality, privacy and price relation. Set in a centenary building, on Praça da Batalha, this economical hotel has 125 rooms (single, double, family and for people with reduced moblity) throughout 6 floors. Each one has a private bathroom, plasma TV with 70 different channels, air conditioner, soundproofing and free wi-fi. B&B Batalha also has a courtyard on an interior terrace, with tables and chairs where you can relax; a Coffee Lounge and a covered car park, with 25 spots. Breakfast buffet is served everyday.