Fonte dos Leões, Porto

Name: Fonte dos Leões
Address: Porto, Portugal

#32 among attractions in Porto

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Facts and practical information

The Fountain of the Lions, is a 19th-century fountain built by French company Compagnie Générale des Eaux pour l'Etranger, in the civil parish of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória in municipality of Porto. Cast by the Val d’Osne foundry in France, it is a copy, in most part, of the fountain in the Town Hall Square of Leicester, England ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°8'50"N, 8°36'56"W

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Fonte dos Leões – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Monument to Pedro IV, Livraria Lello, Casa do Infante, Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis.

~1180 ftE
Historical place, Memorial
Monument to Pedro IV, Porto
6 min walk • The Monument to Pedro IV stands proudly in the heart of Porto, Portugal, serving as an enduring tribute to the former King of Portugal and Emperor of Brazil. This notable memorial is situated in the vibrant Avenida dos Aliados, a location that pulses with the city's...
~150 ftE
Ornate bookshop with iconic red stairway
Livraria Lello, Porto
1 min walk • Livraria Lello, often considered one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world, is a literary haven nestled in the heart of Porto, Portugal. This exquisite Neo-Gothic gem, with its stunning façade and breathtaking interior, has been a beacon for book lovers since...
~1700 ftS
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Casa do Infante, Porto
9 min walk • Nestled within the historical heart of Porto, Portugal, lies the Casa do Infante, a site of significant cultural and historical importance. This ancient building, whose foundations date back to the 14th century, is believed to be the birthplace of Prince Henry the...
~1640 ftW
Art museum within an 18th-century palace
Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis, Porto
8 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Porto, the Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis stands as a beacon of culture and history. Housed in the Carrancas Palace, a former royal residence from the late 18th century, this prestigious museum is named after the renowned Portuguese...
~250 ftSE
Nicolau Nasoni, Church, Baroque architecture
Torre dos Clérigos, Porto
2 min walk • The Torre dos Clérigos, with its soaring bell tower, is an iconic landmark in the coastal city of Porto, Portugal. Built in the 18th century, this baroque church is a masterpiece of Italian architect Nicolau Nasoni and an integral part of the city's skyline.
~880 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum
Centro Português de Fotografia, Porto
5 min walk • The Portuguese Centre of Photography was founded in 1997. First exhibitions were held in December of the same year on the ground floor of building until 2000. The building was temporarily closed for renovation and reopened in 2001.
~1900 ftE
Theater
Teatro Sá da Bandeira, Porto
10 min walk • The Teatro Sá da Bandeira is the oldest performance venue in the city of Porto, with a capacity for 786 people and opened in 1846, it was responsible for the first presentation of films produced in Portuguese, and was converted in the first years of its opening on stage to some...
~1190 ftE
Square
Liberdade Square, Porto
6 min walk • Liberdade Square is a square in the city of Porto, Portugal. It is located in Santo Ildefonso parish, in the lower town area. The square is continuous on its north side with the Avenida dos Aliados, an important avenue of the city.
~1590 ftE
Theater, Concert hall, Concerts and shows
Rivoli Theatre, Porto
8 min walk • Rivoli Theatre is a municipal theatre in Oporto, Portugal.
~1520 ftS
Fountain
Chafariz da Rua das Taipas, Porto
8 min walk • The Fountain of Rua das Taipas is a fountain in the civil parish of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, in the municipality of Porto.
~1750 ftW
Palace
Palace of the Carrancas, Porto
9 min walk • The Palace of the Carrancas is a former-residence in the civil parish of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, in the northern Portuguese city of Porto. It houses the Soares dos Reis National Museum.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fonte dos Leões?

Nearby attractions include University of Porto, Porto (1 min walk), Livraria Lello, Porto (1 min walk), Igreja do Carmo, Porto (2 min walk), Torre dos Clérigos, Porto (2 min walk).

How to get to Fonte dos Leões by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fonte dos Leões:

Tram

Carmo • Lines: 18, 22 (2 min walk)
Guilherme Gomes Fernandes • Lines: 22 (2 min walk)

Bus

Carmo • Lines: 13M, 200, 201, 207, 208, 300, 302, 305, 501, 507, 601, 602, 703 (2 min walk)
Guilherme Gomes Fernandes • Lines: 13M, 200, 201, 207, 208, 300, 302, 305, 501, 703 (2 min walk)

Light rail

Aliados • Lines: D (7 min walk)
São Bento • Lines: D (8 min walk)

Train

Porto - São Bento (9 min walk)
Antigo Terminal Ferroviário da Alfândega (11 min walk)