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Leisure in Portugal
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Avenida Infante Dom Henrique, Armazém A
1950-376, Lisboa
This is one of the most famous nightlife places of Lisbon. Because it is so large, you can choose a relaxing spot or an agitated moment at the dance floor.
Jardim Botânico do Porto / Galeria da Biodiversidade (Casa Andersen)
- country
- leisure
Praça Gomes Teixeira - Rua do Campo Alegre, 1191
4099-002, Porto
This beautiful garden stretches along the land of the former Andersen's family house where you can enjoy the groves of naturalist arrangement, a plants’ collection or even hothouses with orchids, carnivorous plants and ferns, among other tropical and subtropical plants.
Miradouro de São Félix
- country
- leisure
Rua de São Félix
4570, Póvoa de Varzim
Viewpoint located at the highest point of the Serra de Rates, at about 200 meters of altitude, where you can find traces of an Iron Age fort, the Chapel of São Félix and some windmills adapted for holiday homes. This entire area offers fantastic views over the sea, the city and the mountains.
Miradouro de Nossa Senhora da Assunção
- country
- leisure
Monte Córdova
4825, Santo Tirso
Sobranceiro à cidade de Santo Tirso, este miradouro situa-se num parque de lazer com o mesmo nome, por entre uma vasta área florestal.
Miradouro da Serra do Pilar
- country
- leisure
Largo de Aviz
4400, Vila Nova de Gaia
Considered to be one of the city’s ex-libris, the Serra do Pilar (and its typical church) is located at the city entrance, one of the highest places of Vila Nova de Gaia. The Convent, that no longer functions, belonged to the observing prebendary of Santo Agostinho, that occupied the place during the 16th century. In front of the church there’s a belvedere with one of the most beautiful panoramic views of Oporto.
Jardim do Morro
- country
- leisure
Rua Rocha Leão
4400, Vila Nova de Gaia
Located next to the upper deck of the D. Luís bridge, at the foot of Serra do Pilar, Jardim do Morro has an abundant green area, a children's playground, an esplanade and an open-air auditorium, often the stage for shows. There is a viewpoint with a panoramic view of the city of Porto and the Douro River.
Miradouro das Fontaínhas
- country
- leisure
Alameda das Fontaínhas
4000-235, Porto
The Fontaínhas Viewpoint is located in one of the historic areas of the city of Porto. It is located next to Ponte do Infante and, from here, you can see Vila Nova de Gaia, on the other side of the river, as well as part of the popular D. Luís I Bridge. It is also one of the most used places to see the fireworks foe the Saint John feasts.
Passeio das Virtudes
- country
- leisure
Passeio das Virtudes
4050-629, Porto
In this gardened place you have privileged view over the Pavilhão Rosa Mota, The Douro River, Miragaia (district) and the neighbour city Vila Nova de Gaia.
Pérgola da Avenida do Brasil
- country
- leisure
Avenida do Brasil
4150-378, Porto
If you go for a walk by the sea, this is an unavoidable place: at sunset, the sun touches the sea and the sky turns red, producing a nostalgic unique scenery. You may witness this from this large terrace.
Jardins do Palácio de Cristal do Porto
- country
- leisure
Rua Dom Manuel II
4050-346, Porto
This late 19th century garden, designed by the architect Emile David, has exotic plants, rose gardens, fountains, ponds, animals, statues, water mirrors, avenues, concert spaces, a children's space, belvederes and a chapel. Inside, it houses the Rosa Mota Pavilion, a sport and cultural events' venue, the Almeida Garrett Library, among other equipments. In this landscaped complex the Garden of Feelings deserves to be highlighted, as it offers an excellent panoramic over the river Douro.