Jardim Marques de Oliveira — Attraction in Porto

This garden, nestled in the heart of the city, offers a serene escape from urban life. Its lush greenery, well-maintained paths, and diverse plant life create a harmonious natural haven. It caters to both botany enthusiasts and families with play areas, making it a versatile space. Amidst bustling city life, it stands as a reminder of the value of green spaces and a sanctuary for those seeking solace in nature's beauty. A visit here is a chance to momentarily disconnect from daily life and appreciate the simple wonders of the...

The park is located near the Porto library. The park has 2 entrances. You can enter from both parts. You can visit the park for free.

The park has many benches for us to sit with shadow from the tree, some doves are there to make your day, there is a small water in the middle of the park, when the flowers blossom, it looks more beautiful.

I saw some workers will celan the park from the leaves and kept the maintanance every week. There are many restaurants nearby if you want to eat. Then, you can sit and...

Marvelous XIX century romantic garden (which thankfully escaped from the assassination that happened to many others in town, due to the supposed 'requalification' (..!) during the wannabe times (of ignorance and vanity, regarding architecture and urbanism) of 2001 Porto European Culture Capital - as occurred in the ones at Cordoaria, 24 de Agosto, etc). Worth to spend some time there (although current municipality closes it too early, and unbelievably turns off its public lights...