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Solar Vinho do Porto

Quinta da Macieirinha - Rua de Entre Quintas, 220, Porto 4050-239, Portugal
351 226094749
Ranked #17 of 35 attractions in Porto
4.5 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
Type: Wineries, Historic Sites
Description: Considered one of the finest locations for sampling ports, Solar Vinho do Porto, is an 18th-century villa.
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Marseille
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

I've been here once and loved it. It was around 7 pm so I was lucky to see the beautiful sunset while drinking an amazing port wine! I totally recommend this place! More

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Stuttgart, Germany
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

Taylor's is reputed to have the best tour (closed when we got there); Croft is the oldest port house there is. Both are free, and you get samples (a Ruby Reserva in case of the latter). Sandeman, by the river, is not free, but apparently worth it, too. More

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Copenhagen, Denmark
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012
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The Solar Vinho do Porto is not the easiest place to go to in Porto (as usual, getting somewhere in Porto requires steep walks up and down). But it is really worth it. Located in a tranquil garden, with a great view over the Duoro river. The service was so-so - a bit too formal for my taste. Still, I... More

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Porto, Portugal
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

I nice place to taste a good Porto Wine. An old building where you can seat, taste e good wine and apreciate the garden. More

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Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012

To drink a Porto wine glass here is dream in a romantic and beautiful atmosphere. More

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Luso, Aveiro, Portugal
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
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Along with the Romantic Museum, just next to the Cristal Palace, it is a fundamental place to know Oporto and its marriage to the Douro River More

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Oporto, Portugal
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
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Not only this is the spot with the best views from Oporto, but you also get to be in a quiet environment and have a nice meal. More

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Porto, Portugal
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

The perfect place to enjoy a glass of port. Great view, hundreds of port wine and perfect place to relax and take a port! More

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Porto, Portugal
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5 reviews 5 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011
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This is the best place to enjoy Port wine in the city of Oporto. Different from the wine cellars, this place have all years and brands in the menu at an affordable price. The view is also one of the best you can enjoy in Oporto. More

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Porto, Portugal
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2011
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It is definetly worth going to this beautifull bar. The decoration, the vie, the location and the extended Port Wine menu are all worth visiting. More

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