Porto City Hall

Porto, Portugal

Porto City Hall with a monumental tower is one of Porto’s landmarks. Even though the construction started in 1920, it was not finished until 1957. The building consists of six floors. The clock tower, 70 meters high, is accessible by a staircase of 180 steps. The interior, made of marble and granite, is richly decorated.

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Founded: 1920-1957
Category: Palaces, manors and town halls in Portugal

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Angela Z-Frace (5 months ago)
It’s a beautiful building inside and out. There’s 2024 Macau Photo Exhibition going on right now, worth a look.
Hassan Aldarbesti (6 months ago)
A beautiful city ? My family and I had the pleasure of staying at the InterContinental Hotel, which offered us an amazing view of the Porto City Hall—a true piece of art that captures the spirit and elegance of this beautiful city. Porto has so much to offer, from stunning architecture to lively streets filled with character. There’s always something to explore and enjoy, whether you’re a couple, a family with kids, or simply looking for a memorable getaway. Thank you to Porto City Hall for preserving such an extraordinary city. We had a fantastic time, and I can’t wait to return!
J M (6 months ago)
The city hall of Porto is a striking neoclassical beauty. It's a known symbol of the city set at the top of the Avenida dos Aliados (Avenue of the Allies) At the centre, there is a 70m clock tower whose bells ring out as a symbol of the importance given by city citizens to civic life. The statue in front is the poet Almeida Garrett (1799-1854)
Marin “SayanMk” Kolev (8 months ago)
Not that much to see on the inside, but it's a free entry and there are still some photocorners available. The exterior is great.
Mocmoc P (11 months ago)
Porto's City Hall, the Câmara Municipal, was a quick stop that left a big impression. The grand classical building dominated the square including the clock tower, a true gem for the city. Also loved the Porto Sign for photo ops. We loved the impressive architecture and the energetic vibe of the surrounding Avenida dos Aliados. A great way to soak in the spirit of Porto!
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