Igreja da Misericórdia, Porto

Name: Igreja da Misericórdia
Address: Porto, Portugal

#115 among attractions in Porto

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The Misericórdia Church of Porto is located in Rua das Flores, in the city of Porto, and was initially built in 1559 in Renaissance style with Gothic reminiscences, of this church only the chancel was used, due to a lightning strike that destroyed the facade in April 1621.

Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 41°8'37"N, 8°36'53"W

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Igreja da Misericórdia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Porto Cathedral, Palácio da Bolsa, Livraria Lello, Church of São Francisco.

~1000 ftE
Monumental 12th-century religious site
Porto Cathedral, Porto
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~890 ftS
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Palácio da Bolsa, Porto
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Porto, the Palácio da Bolsa stands as a monumental tribute to the city's historical commercial prowess. This neoclassical marvel was constructed in the 19th century and has since been a beacon of Porto's cultural and architectural heritage.
~1240 ftN
Ornate bookshop with iconic red stairway
Livraria Lello, Porto
7 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...
~980 ftS
Gothic church with baroque interiors
Church of São Francisco, Porto
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~420 ftSE
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Casa do Infante, Porto
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~1030 ftSE
Monumental former bishops' palace
Episcopal Palace, Porto
5 min walk • The Episcopal Palace, a striking historical landmark located in the city of Porto, Portugal, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. Situated adjacent to the Porto Cathedral, this palace has been the residence of the bishops of...
~1100 ftN
Nicolau Nasoni, Church, Baroque architecture
Torre dos Clérigos, Porto
6 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.
0.4 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Teatro Nacional São João, Porto
10 min walk • The São João Theatre, commonly referred to as the São João National Theatre is a Portuguese theatre and concert venue in civil parish of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, in the municipality of Porto, in northern Portugal.
~1300 ftN
Fountain
Fonte dos Leões, Porto
7 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.
~520 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum
Centro Português de Fotografia, Porto
3 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.
~1150 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Casa-Museu Guerra Junqueiro, Porto
6 min walk • The Museum-Residence of Guerra Junqueiro is a former-residence and museum located in the civil parish of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, in the Portuguese north, municipality of Porto, classified as a Imóvel de Interesse Público.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Igreja da Misericórdia?

Nearby attractions include Residence of the Maias, Porto (1 min walk), Casa do Infante, Porto (3 min walk), Cadeia e Tribunal da Relação, Porto (3 min walk), Centro Português de Fotografia, Porto (3 min walk).

How to get to Igreja da Misericórdia by public transport?

The nearest stations to Igreja da Misericórdia:

Bus

Mouzinho da Silveira • Lines: 1M, 500, 900, 901 (3 min walk)
Mercado Ferreira Borges • Lines: 1M, 500 (3 min walk)

Tram

Clérigos • Lines: 22 (4 min walk)
Praça da Liberdade • Lines: 22 (6 min walk)

Light rail

São Bento • Lines: D (6 min walk)
Aliados • Lines: D (11 min walk)

Train

Antigo Terminal Ferroviário da Alfândega (8 min walk)
Porto - São Bento (8 min walk)