16^th IAGOD Quadrennial Symposium 2026

Café Santiago

Family Restaurant, open since 1959, typical from Porto, which serves the most appreciated by locals citizens Francesinha, the famous and multi awarded Francesinha Santiago.

Address: Rua de Passos Manuel 226, Porto 4000-382 Portugal

Price: 10€ - 22€

Mercado do Bolhão

A piece of Porto heritage since 1914 The historic Beaux Arts-style building in the city center houses 81 stalls and 38 stores, which sell a mixture of fruits, vegetables, baked goods, charcuterie, tinned fish, cheese, and flowers. There are also modern coffee shops and restaurants.

Address: R. Formosa 322, 4000-248 Porto

Casa D’oro

Italian restaurant with a view of the Douro River

Address: Rua do Ouro 797, Porto 4150-555 Portugal

Price: 17€ - 41€

Mistu

Global flavors with a Portuguese twist.

Address: Rua do Comércio do Porto 161, 4050-211 Porto, Portugal

Price: 25€–50€

Casa Guedes

Iconic spot for roast pork leg sandwiches (“sande de pernil”); pair with an espadal.

Address: Praça dos Poveiros 130, 4000-393 Porto, Portugal

Price: 10€–20€

Cervejaria Gazela

Legendary snack bar since 1962, famous for “cachorrinho” (Porto’s mini hot dog).

Address: Tv. do Cimo de Vila 4, 4000-434 Porto

Price: 5€–10€

O Valentim

In Matosinhos’ fishing heart; specializes in the freshest grilled fish.

Address: R. Heróis de França 263, 4450-158 Matosinhos

Price: 20€–30€

Manteigaria

Iconic “Pastel de Nata” custard tarts.

Address: R. de Alexandre Braga 24, 4000-049 Porto

Price: 1€–5€

Base

Urban garden bar with music and cocktails.

Address: Quiosque Jardim, Passeio dos Clérigos, Rua das Carmelitas 151, 4050-163 Porto

Price: 5€–10€

Plano B

Interdisciplinary venue/club over two floors with three rooms and different atmospheres.

Address: Rua de Cândido dos Reis 30, 4050-151 Porto

Price: 5€–10€

Miradouro Ignez

Terrace bar overlooking the city and Douro; great for sunset.

Address: Rua da Restauração 252, 4050-592 Porto

Price: 5€–15€

Torto

Cocktail bar in a Neo‑Mudéjar building with a neon, industrial interior.

Address: Rua de José Falcão 199, 4050-199 Porto

Price: 10€–15€

Casa do Livro

Former bookshop turned bar; eclectic music and occasional live shows.

Address: Rua da Galeria de Paris 85, 4050-639 Porto

Price: 5€–10€

Livraria Lello

Often called the most beautiful bookstore in the world.

Torre dos Clérigos

75m granite tower with 225-step spiral staircase and panoramic city views.

Palácio de Cristal (Jardins do Palácio de Cristal)

Hilltop gardens with themed areas and sweeping views of the Douro and Atlantic.

Fundação Serralves

Major cultural center with contemporary art museum by Álvaro Siza, extensive park, exhibitions and events.

Porto Bridge Climb (Ponte da Arrábida)

Guided climb of the Arrábida Bridge arch (65m above the Douro) with safety gear and city views.

Rua das Flores

Lively central street with shops, bars, restaurants and characteristic balconies/facades.

Address: Rua das Flores, Porto

Rua de Santa Catarina

Historic shopping street known for traditional stores and architecture.

Address: Rua de Santa Catarina, Porto

Ribeira do Porto

Picturesque riverfront district on the Douro; historic heart and one of Porto’s liveliest areas.

Address: Cais da Ribeira, Porto