TOP 7 Gardens in Porto
Strolling, picnicking, jogging, walking the dogs, relaxing, reading, writing... there are many reasons that can lead you to one of Porto's gardens. Here are our suggestions! Take advantage of the summer to visit them.
The City's Park
Some call it "the lung of the city of Porto" because of its 83 hectares, making it the largest urban park in the country and the garden with the highest concentration of nature in the city.
The City's Park garden stretches from Avenida da Boavista to the Atlantic Ocean due to its connection to the beach, a rare feature worldwide. There are 11km of long paths, lakes, picnic areas, and a great variety of fauna and flora - a favorite destination for sports, cycling, or hiking along the trails.
The park houses some restaurants and cafes. It is the perfect garden for a family and friends' moment when looking for some fresh air and a peaceful environment surrounded by nature.
Jardim do Morro
We can't compare the size of this garden with Parque da Cidade or the Jardim Botânico do Porto. Here, what catches the eye is the panoramic view and the vibe it conveys. vibe que transmite.
It is located next to the D. Luís I Bridge, on the Gaia side, in one of the most touristy areas of the city, and let's say it is a small garden with a great view over Ribeira and the Arrábida Bridge.
It is the ideal place to relax and enjoy the landscape to the sound of ambient music. Bring a towel and good company!
Serralves Park
The Serralves Park encompasses the Casa de Serralves, one of the most famous cultural spaces in the country, and the Museum of Contemporary Art, the largest example of Art Deco in Portugal, designed by the architect Siza Vieira.
Filled with sculptures and a diverse fauna and flora, the gardens are known for their exuberance and meticulous care. Unmissable for art lovers, it is also ideal for a family day out due to the complete experience it provides.
Virtudes Garden
Close to the historic center, but far enough from the hustle and bustle, this is a true virtue of the city of Porto.
It is one of the nooks that goes unnoticed by many inhabitants but has a unique detail that distinguishes it: it is a vertical garden, meaning it develops on terraces, creating a garden of different levels, each with a unique view over the Douro River, the Customs House, and Gaia.
Crystal Palace Gardens
Crystal Palace Gardens is not only one of the most famous gardens in Porto but also one of the favorite spots for locals.
Besides the privileged view of Invicta that attracts tourists and locals, you can contemplate the beautiful fountains and statues scattered across its eight hectares and stroll through various themed spaces, such as the aromatic plants garden, the medicinal plants garden, the garden of feelings, the rose garden, or the grove.
If you visit these gardens, take a look at the Super Bock Arena's program, the concert hall within the grounds, and see if it appeals to you!
Porto’s Botanic Garden
A hidden paradise in the heart of the city that unites nature, history, and beauty! Known for having belonged to the Andresen family, where the writer Sophia de Mello Breyner Andresen found inspiration for some of her works.
Porto’s Botanic Garden catches the eye for its three distinct parts: the Rose Garden, the Jotas Garden, and the Fish Garden, separated by camellia hedges, and the presence of the Biodiversity Gallery of the Natural History and Science Museum of the University of Porto. Lakes, greenhouses, cacti, succulents, and tropical plants, century-old trees, and various rare plant species also integrate and live within the 4 hectares of the Botanical Garden. It is a true immersion in nature.
Passeio Alegre’s Garden
The name speaks for itself. Surrounded by the waters of the Douro River and tall palm trees, it is one of the most romantic and famous gardens in Invicta.
In Foz do Douro, the beauty of this garden houses the Porto Minigolf Club, a fountain, the Swiss Chalet, and the Alegre Bandstand, where there is music on Sundays.
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