Porto Trip Overview
Start this tour in the original core of the city of Porto, next to the pilory in front of the Cathedral. Follow the directions of the expansion of the city, getting to know the places marked by the jewish presence and the contribution of this community to the development of this mercantile city in the first centuries of the country foundation. From Pena Ventosa till Ribeira, imagine yourself in the medieval city, whilst you walk through the oldest streets and see what is left of the city walls and other medieval buildings. Find out also the role that the
jews took during the discoveries and how three centuries of inquisition tried to erase theirpresence. Know the places of the old jewish quarters and how these are still imprinted in the city nowadays.
End up this tour appreciating a nice view to the river.
Additional Info
* Duration: 3 hours
* Starts: Porto, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Porto, Porto, Portugal
Start this tour in the original core of the city of Porto, next to the pilory in front of the Cathedral. Follow the directions of the expansion of the city, getting to know the places marked by the jewish presence and the contribution of this community to the development of this mercantile city in the first centuries of the country foundation. From Pena Ventosa till Ribeira, imagine yourself in the medieval city, whilst you walk through the oldest streets and see what is left of the city walls and other medieval buildings. Find out also the role that the
jews took during the discoveries and how three centuries of inquisition tried to erase theirpresence. Know the places of the old jewish quarters and how these are still imprinted in the city nowadays.
End up this tour appreciating a nice view to the river.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Pelourinho Se Catedral Porto, Terreiro Se 3, Porto 4050-573 Portugal
Meeting point
Stop At: Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), S/N0 Terreiro Se 3 Centro Histórico, Porto 4050-573 Portugal
Visit the wonderfull cathedral
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Ribeira Square, Praca da Ribeira, Porto 4050-513 Portugal
Now more about the old jewish quarter
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Mosteiro de Sao Bento da Vitoria, R. de Sao Bento da Vitoria 45, 4050-139 Porto, Porto 4050-139 Portugal
Learn more abour the memorial
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Postigo do Carvao, Cais Estiva Monumento, Porto 4050-243 Portugal
Witness medieval Porto
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Igreja Paroquial de Nossa Senhora da Vitoria, R. de Sao Bento da Vitoria 2A, Porto 4050-633 Portugal
Learn more abour the memorial
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Passeio das Virtudes, NA, Porto 4050-629 Portugal
Glimpse the view from this pont
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chafariz da Porta do Olival, Rua Sao Bento da Vitoria 88, Porto 4050-542 Portugal
Witness history
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Miradouro da Vitoria, Rua Sao Bento da Vitoria 11, Porto 4050-543 Portugal
Discover this hidden gem
Duration: 10 minutes
