Porto

The Invicta has many charms...

Had Porto not been an important stage for Portuguese of History.

Route Suggestion

The Condes de Azevedo Palace is the starting point for all your adventures in Porto. Walk through its streets and visit its monuments. Savor the local cuisine and share unforgettable moments with the ones close to you, in one of the city's many viewpoints.
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Start at the Sé Catedral

200m from the Condes de Azevedo Palace. The Porto Cathedral is one of the oldest monuments in the city, dating back to the 12th century. Continue to Ponte Luís I, through the upper deck. Enchant yourself with the 360º panoramic view of the Douro River, from 85 meters above.

Cross the bridge

To Vila Nova de Gaia and enjoy the view of the Invicta, in Jardim do Morro. Go down to the Port Wine cellars and let yourself be delighted by the flavors of the best icon of the region: the acclaimed Port Wine

Return to Porto

Cross the lower deck of the Luiz I Bridge and visit the charming Ribeira. Visit the Church of São Francisco and the imposing Palácio da Bolsa right afrer.
We recommend going through Rua das Flores, with its typical houses and great restaurants.

Visit the historic São Bento Station

Formerly known as the Monastery of São Bento de Avé Maria, the station has 20.000 unique hand-painted tiles. Head towards Avenida dos Aliados, where the architectural styles range from neoclassical to Beaux-Arts. Turning to your left, you’ll find the majestic Torre dos Clérigos - an ex-libris of the city of Porto - built in the 18th century. Test your limits and climb the 240 steps and catch a glimpse of the Invicta from above.

Be sure to visit the famous Lello Bookshop

Which has remained true to its origins, considered by Time Magazine and The Guardian as one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world. Further up, Praça Gomes Teixeira, better known as Praça dos Leões, where you will also find the Igreja das Carmelitas, a national monument, dating back to the 17th century.

At Lions Square

You find the tram number 22, which allows you to get around the streets of Invicta, and finishing its route 100m from the Condes de Azevedo Palace.
For more tours, contact our reception, who will be happy to take care of all the small details for you, so you can get better acquainted with what Porto has to offer.

Keep Exploring

We have more from Invicta to discover

Music House

It is one of the main concert halls in Portugal. Located on Avenida da Boavista, it was designed by Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas, having been opened in 2005. Today, its rooms serve as a stage for the various shows that take place there.
We are on hand to help you buy tickets for your favorite show.

Serralves Foundation

It is one of the most famous Portuguese cultural institutions, possessing a valuable historical and cultural heritage, composed of the Museum and the Casa do Cinema Manoel de Oliveira, both by architect Álvaro Siza, by Casa de Serralves, a unique example of Art Deco architecture , and the Park, designed by the French architect Jacques Gréber.

Majestic Café

Café Majestic is a historic cafe located on Rua de Santa Catarina. The iconic café, with Art Nouveux identity, has a unique cultural ambience that surrounds it, coming from the tradition of coffee tertúlia, where several personalities of the cultural and artistic life of the city met.

Chapel of Souls

Located on Rua de Santa Catarina, its construction dates back to the 18th century. However, it was only in 1929 that its emblematic exterior of 15,000 tiles was created, which depicts the lives of S. Francisco de Assis and Sta. Catarina, the patron of the chapel.

Guindais Funicular

At 100m from the Condes de Azevedo Palace, the Guindais Funicular is the most direct way to reach Ribeira, and to return to the top, without ever getting tired.

Port Wine Cellars

When in Porto, a visit to the Port Wine Cellars in Gaia is a must. There are several cellars, all specialized in Ruby, Tawny, Vintage and White. Savor this iconic Invicta drink, and learn a little more about its history from the 18th century to the present day!