Paço Episcopal do Porto
Porto, Portugal
As a historic 18th-century residence of the bishops of Porto, it represents a different type of building than the surrounding churches.
The Paço Episcopal do Porto, located next to the Sé Cathedral, is the historic residence of the bishops of Porto. The current building dates from the 18th century, although the history of the site goes back to the Middle Ages. It is characterized by an impressive Baroque facade and elegant interiors. From the palace, there are views of the Douro River and the city's rooftops. It was the residence of the bishops until the end of the monarchy in Portugal. It is an important historical and architectural site.
- Visit time: 50 min
- Opening hours: Mon–Sun 09:00–13:00,14:00–18:00 (from OpenStreetMap — check before you go)
- Website: diocese-porto.pt/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3812:visitas-paco-episcopal&catid=76:noticias
How long does it take to visit Paço Episcopal do Porto?
Plan about 50 min.
Nearby
- Porto Cathedral — 100 m
- Torre Medieval — 100 m
- Casa da Câmara — 120 m
- Oratório da Capela de São Sebastião — 140 m
- British Factory House — 190 m
- Praça da Ribeira — 190 m
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