We stayed in the Terrace Apartment on the -1 floor and had an amazing private terrace with a beautiful view over the city, featuring the cathedral drenched in sunlight in the day and lit up at night. The terrace had a large “grassy” area which was perfect for happy hour and morning coffee. The apartment was squeaky clean, with beautifully modern and comfortable interior. The bed was really comfortable, and we loved the rain shower.
The neighborhood is a perfect location for exploring the city on foot, and there are lots of great restaurants and cafes both uphill and downhill. We were able to walk down to the riverfront and across the river to Villa Nova de Gaia, where the Port Lodges are located. Be prepared for steep cobblestone hills all over Porto, and wear comfortable shoes.
We recommend taking the 20 minute ride on Tram 1, which travels from the riverfront along the Douro River to the ocean.