Clérigos Church and Tower (Torre & Igreja dos Clérigos)
Rua de São Filipe de Nery, Clerigos, Porto, PRT
Standing atop a hill overlooking Porto, Portugal, are the Igreja dos Clérigos, an 18th-century church and one of the city’s architectural symbols, and the Toree dos Clérigos, its bell tower. Intricately carved baroque shells and garlands on the church reflect Porto’s seaside location, and the bell tower offers panoramic views of the city.
Clérigos Church and Tower (Torre & Igreja dos Clérigos) are an integral part of Porto’s architecture and feature on most city sightseeing tours, which typically stop at other notable attractions such as the Ribeira District and Porto Cathedral (Se Cathedral). Some tours include a cruise along the Douro River, passing Porto’s famous six bridges, while others head out into the Douro Valley to sample the region’s finest wines. Travelers can also visit Torre & Igreja dos Clérigos as part of a day trip from Lisbon, which is around three hours away by car or train.
Clérigos Church and Tower (Torre & Igreja dos Clérigos) are must-visit landmarks for first-time Porto visitors.
While entry to the church is free, there is a small admission fee to climb the 225 steps to the top of the tower.
A small museum on-site displays church artwork and artifacts.
The museum and church are wheelchair-accessible. Visitors with reduced mobility can experience a simulated visit to the top of the tower through virtual reality cameras.
There are several ways to reach Torre & Igreja dos Clérigos from central Porto by public transit. You can take metro line D to Aliados, tram line 22 to the Carmo stop, or bus 6, 20, 35, 37, 52, or 78 to the church.
The church, museum, and tower are open daily from 9am until 7pm. Among the city’s most famous attractions, Torre & Igreja dos Clérigos are generally busy; arrive earlier in the day for the most peaceful visit.
Within a few hundred meters of Clérigos Church and Tower (Torre & Igreja dos Clérigos) are several top Porto attractions, making them the ideal starting point for exploring the city. After visiting the church and tower, wander to Livraria Lello, an antique bookshop featured in theHarry Potter movies, and then head to Freedom Square (Praça da Liberdade), replete with statues and excellent examples of baroque architecture.
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