Parque da Cidade

Overview

Parque da Cidade is Porto's largest park—83 hectares stretching from the city centre to the Atlantic coast. Designed by Sidónio Pardal, it seamlessly transitions from urban parkland to ocean-front dunes.

Highlights

• Ocean access: The park reaches the Atlantic beach at its western edge.
• Lakes and streams: Natural water features throughout.
• Running and cycling: Popular with joggers and cyclists.

History

Designed in the 1990s and completed in 2002, the park won multiple landscape architecture awards.

Visitor Tips

• Morning run: A favourite with local joggers.
• Beach access: Walk through the park to reach the coast.
• Duration: 1–2 hours.