Editor's Choice
This selection highlights Portugal’s architectural and natural diversity, spanning the mainland and Atlantic archipelagos. In Porto, explore the azulejo-tiled São Bento Station and the double-deck Dom Luís I Bridge. Lisbon offers the baroque National Pantheon and the 19th-century Pastéis de Belém bakery. Beyond the cities, the list features the 1,818-meter Arieiro Peak and the glass-floored Cabo Girão viewpoint in Madeira, alongside the UNESCO-listed historic center of Angra do Heroísmo in the Azores. Each site represents a significant facet of Portuguese heritage and landscape.
A Dom Luís I Bridge
Double-deck metal arch bridge spanning the Douro River, known for its striking design and scenic views connecting two cities.
B National Pantheon
Historic baroque church and national mausoleum housing tombs of important Portuguese figures. Noted for its architectural beauty and central dome.
C Pastéis de Belém
Historic pastry shop known for original custard tarts made from a secret recipe dating back to 1837. It specializes in traditional Portuguese desserts and regional cuisine.
D São Bento Railway Station
Historic train station known for its stunning azulejo tile panels depicting Portuguese history and rural scenes. It serves as a key hub for local and regional train services and is recognized as a cultural heritage site.
E Stock Exchange Palace
Historic 19th-century neoclassical palace with richly decorated interiors and the distinctive Moorish Revival Arab Room. It functions as a museum and cultural site showcasing Portuguese commercial history and architecture.
F Chapel of Souls
Historic baroque chapel known for its extensive blue-and-white tile exterior depicting religious scenes.
G Café Majestic
Historic Art Nouveau café renowned for its Belle Époque architecture and cultural significance, featuring outdoor seating and a stylish ambiance.
H Cabo Girão
Highest promontory in Europe featuring a suspended glass platform with panoramic views over the south coast and local agricultural landscapes.
I Arieiro Peak
Mountain peak with an altitude of 1,818 meters, featuring panoramic views of the surrounding mountain massif and the Atlantic Ocean.
J The 25th of April Bridge
Suspension bridge connecting Lisbon and Almada over the Tagus River, serving both road and rail traffic and recognized for its distinctive design and cultural heritage status.
K Angra do Heroismo Town Centre
Angra do Heroísmo, or simply Angra, is a city and municipality on Terceira Island, Portugal, and one of the three capital cities of the…
L Café A Brasileira
This famous café was first opened in 1905 and used to be frequented by Portuguese intellectuals and artists.
M Saint Anthony's Church (Congregados)
This church with its eye-catching façade decorated with blue tiles is the dominant of Praça de Almeida Garrett.
N Trinity Church
Located behind Porto's City Hall, this 19th-century church is a gem of Neoclassical style.
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