Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, Porto

Name: Jardins do Palácio de Cristal
Address: R. D. Manuel II, 15, Porto, 4050-346, Portugal

#87 among attractions in Porto

Park, Relax in park, Garden, View point

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Facts and practical information

The Crystal Palace Gardens are a pleasant green space located in the parish of Massarelos, in the city of Porto, Portugal, from which one can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Douro River and the sea.

Alternative names: Elevation: 266 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°8'49"N, 8°37'35"W

Address

R. D. Manuel II, 15Porto 4050-346 Portugal

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Jardins do Palácio de Cristal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Casa da Música, Livraria Lello, Museum of Transport and Communication, Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis.

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Ornate bookshop with iconic red stairway
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Sport venue, Sport, Concert hall
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Museum, Specialty museum
Museu do Vinho do Porto, Porto
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Museum, Specialty museum
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Palace of São João Novo, Porto
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Alfândega Porto Congress Centre, Porto
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Jardins do Palácio de Cristal open?

Jardins do Palácio de Cristal is open:

Monday 10 am - 9 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 9 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 9 pm
Thursday 10 am - 9 pm
Friday 10 am - 9 pm
Saturday 10 am - 9 pm
Sunday 10 am - 9 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Jardins do Palácio de Cristal?

Nearby attractions include Almeida Garrett Library, Porto (3 min walk), Museu do Vinho do Porto, Porto (4 min walk), Casa Tait, Porto (4 min walk), Tower of Pedro-Sem, Porto (5 min walk).

How to get to Jardins do Palácio de Cristal by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jardins do Palácio de Cristal:

Tram

Restauração • Lines: 18 (4 min walk)
Entre Quintas • Lines: 18 (4 min walk)

Bus

Monchique • Lines: 1M, 403, 500 (4 min walk)
Palácio • Lines: 13M, 200, 201, 207, 208, 302, 303, 501, 507, 601 (4 min walk)

Train

Antigo Terminal Ferroviário da Alfândega (13 min walk)
Porto - São Bento (23 min walk)

Light rail

Aliados • Lines: D (21 min walk)
São Bento • Lines: D (21 min walk)