Teatro Nacional São João, Porto

Name: Teatro Nacional São João
Address: Praca da Batalha, Porto, 4000-102, Portugal
Telephone: +351 22 340 1900

#29 among attractions in Porto

Concerts and shows, Theater

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Facts and practical information

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. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 41°8'41"N, 8°36'27"W

Address

Praca da BatalhaPorto 4000-102 Portugal

Contact

+351 22 340 1900

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Day trips

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Teatro Nacional São João open?

Teatro Nacional São João is open:

Monday 9 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 6 pm
Thursday 9 am - 6 pm
Friday 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Teatro Nacional São João?

Nearby attractions include Batalha Square, Porto (2 min walk), Cinema Batalha, Porto (2 min walk), Capela dos Alfaiates, Porto (3 min walk), Casa Vicent, Porto (3 min walk).

How to get to Teatro Nacional São João by public transport?

The nearest stations to Teatro Nacional São João:

Bus

Porto • Lines: 1783 (1 min walk)
Terminal Rodoviário da Batalha (3 min walk)

Tram

Batalha • Lines: 22 (2 min walk)
Batalha-Guindais • Lines: 22 (3 min walk)

Train

Batalha (3 min walk)
Porto - São Bento (4 min walk)

Light rail

São Bento • Lines: D (5 min walk)
Aliados • Lines: D (9 min walk)