Palacete of the Visconts of Balsemão, Porto

Name: Palacete of the Visconts of Balsemão
Address: Porto, Portugal

#66 among attractions in Porto

Vernacular architecture, Palace

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Palacete of the Visconts of Balsemão, Porto

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The Palacette of Viscounts of Balsemão 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. ()

Local name: Palacete dos Viscondes de Balsemão Opened: XVIII centuryCoordinates: 41°8'56"N, 8°36'55"W

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Palacete of the Visconts of Balsemão – 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.

~1380 ftSE
Historical place, Memorial
Monument to Pedro IV, Porto
7 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...
~700 ftS
Ornate bookshop with iconic red stairway
Livraria Lello, Porto
4 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...
0.4 miS
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Casa do Infante, Porto
12 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...
~1730 ftW
Art museum within an 18th-century palace
Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis, Porto
9 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...
~840 ftS
Nicolau Nasoni, Church, Baroque architecture
Torre dos Clérigos, Porto
5 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.
~660 ftS
Fountain
Fonte dos Leões, Porto
4 min walk • 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.
~1540 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum
Centro Português de Fotografia, Porto
8 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.
~1980 ftSE
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...
~1410 ftSE
Square
Liberdade Square, Porto
7 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.
~1530 ftE
Theater, Concert hall, Concerts and shows
Rivoli Theatre, Porto
8 min walk • Rivoli Theatre is a municipal theatre in Oporto, Portugal.
0.4 miS
Fountain
Chafariz da Rua das Taipas, Porto
11 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Palacete of the Visconts of Balsemão?

Nearby attractions include Devesas Factory Warehouse, Porto (2 min walk), Igreja do Carmo, Porto (3 min walk), Igreja dos Carmelitas, Porto (3 min walk), Rua de Cedofeita, Porto (4 min walk).

How to get to Palacete of the Visconts of Balsemão by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palacete of the Visconts of Balsemão:

Tram

Guilherme Gomes Fernandes • Lines: 22 (3 min walk)
Praça Filipa de Lencastre • Lines: 22 (4 min walk)

Bus

Guilherme Gomes Fernandes • Lines: 13M, 200, 201, 207, 208, 300, 302, 305, 501, 703 (3 min walk)
Carmo • Lines: 13M, 200, 201, 207, 208, 300, 302, 305, 501, 507, 601, 602, 703 (3 min walk)

Light rail

Aliados • Lines: D (6 min walk)
São Bento • Lines: D (10 min walk)

Train

Porto - São Bento (10 min walk)
Antigo Terminal Ferroviário da Alfândega (14 min walk)