Muralha Velha, Porto

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Muralha Velha is a place located in Porto (Porto district) and belongs to the category of memorial.

It is situated at an altitude of 243 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 41°8'35"N latitude and 8°36'38"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Muralha Velha is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Largo 1º Dezembro (bus, 3 min walk), Batalha (train, 3 min walk), São Bento (light rail, 4 min walk), Batalha-Guindais (tram, 4 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Residence Rua de D. Hugo (museum, 1 min walk), Chafariz de São Miguel (nicolau nasoni, 1 min walk), Porto Cathedral (church, 2 min walk).

Coordinates: 41°8'35"N, 8°36'38"W

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Muralha Velha – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dom Luís I Bridge, Monument to Pedro IV, Porto Cathedral, Palácio da Bolsa.

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Iconic metal bridge crossing the Douro
Dom Luís I Bridge, Porto
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Monument to Pedro IV, Porto
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Porto Cathedral, Porto
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Museum, History museum, Historical place
Palácio da Bolsa, Porto
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~660 ftS
Square
Ribeira, Porto
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~1620 ftSW
Gothic church with baroque interiors
Church of São Francisco, Porto
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~970 ftW
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Casa do Infante, Porto
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~510 ftSW
Monumental former bishops' palace
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~1560 ftNE
Baroque-style church with a tiled facade
Igreja de Santo Ildefonso, Porto
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~970 ftNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Teatro Nacional São João, Porto
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~1590 ftW
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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Muralha Velha?

Nearby attractions include Residence Rua de D. Hugo, Porto (1 min walk), Chafariz de São Miguel, Porto (1 min walk), Porto Cathedral, Porto (2 min walk), Casa-Museu Guerra Junqueiro, Porto (2 min walk).

How to get to Muralha Velha by public transport?

The nearest stations to Muralha Velha:

Bus

Largo 1º Dezembro • Lines: 207, 303, 400, 904 (3 min walk)
Elevador dos Guindais • Lines: 403, 900, 901 (4 min walk)

Train

Batalha (3 min walk)
Ribeira (5 min walk)

Light rail

São Bento • Lines: D (4 min walk)
Aliados • Lines: D (10 min walk)

Tram

Batalha-Guindais • Lines: 22 (4 min walk)
Praça da Liberdade • Lines: 22 (6 min walk)