Neighbourhood · UNESCO
Ribeira
Porto, Portugal
Porto's riverside old quarter of colourful tall houses, cafes and lanes.
Bridge · Portugal · Norte
Dom Luis I Bridge
A two-level iron arch bridge spanning the Douro, with great views.
Free to enter about 30 min
For storytellers
Why Dom Luis I Bridge matters
The Dom Luis I Bridge is Porto's emblem, an iron arch with two decks, one for trams and pedestrians on top, one for cars below. Walk across the upper deck for a view of the river and the red roofs. Watch your step if you're afraid of heights.
Talking points
- It has two levels.
- The upper deck is for the metro and pedestrians.
- Sunset views are popular.
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