The spots at a glance
| Spot | For which photo | Guides' advice |
|---|---|---|
| Chapel of Souls | Blue azulejo façade | Shoot from the pavement opposite; often crowded |
| São Bento station | The azulejo hall | Avoid the commuter rush |
| Livraria Lello | The red staircase | Buy a timed ticket and arrive at opening |
| Casa da Música | Modern architecture | From every angle, including the roof |
| Jardim do Morro (Gaia) | Bridge and Ribeira at sunset | An evening classic |
| Serra do Pilar | City panorama | Viewpoint named by several guides |
| Ribeira and Dom Luís I bridge | Colourful façades, bridge | Early morning to avoid the crowds |
Where to take the best photos in Porto? The Jardim do Morro at sunset, the Chapel of Souls in the morning, and São Bento station outside rush hour.
What time to go
- At opening: Lello bookshop and São Bento.
- In the morning: Ribeira and the Dom Luís I bridge, before the groups.
- At sunset: Gaia, see sunset in Porto.
Other angles
The Casa da Música, the Santo Ildefonso church, the Serra do Pilar and street art give less-seen photos.
Practical tips
- Shoot in the square rather than inside when the queue is long.
- Respect places of worship and residents.
- A guided tuk-tuk tour links several spots without the climbs: see visiting Porto by tuk-tuk.
La rédaction Porto Authority, 26/10/2026.
