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Igreja de Santa Clara

Name: Igreja de Santa Clara
Rating: 4.7

4.7 ·

Look past the plain facade of Igreja de Santa Clara and step into a glittering gilded interior. Spend a quarter of an hour studying the carved altarpiece and the golden detail covering the walls.

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Full description

Igreja de Santa Clara hides a richly gilded interior behind a rather plain exterior. Dating to the 15th century, the church is covered in elaborate gold-plated carving, with an altarpiece that reviewers describe holding their attention for a long time.

Light entering in the afternoon is said to cast golden reflections across the chapel. Entry carries a small fee that goes toward restoration work, and staff are described as welcoming.

The church is small, so a visit takes around 15 minutes, and it closes for a midday break.

Light entering in the afternoon is said to cast golden reflections across the chapel. Entry carries a small fee that goes toward restoration work, and staff are described as welcoming.

The church is small, so a visit takes around 15 minutes, and it closes for a midday break.

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Address

Largo Primeiro de Dezembro, 4000-404 Porto, Portugal · Porto

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

morning or afternoon

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Check the midday closure, usually around 12:30 to 2:00 PM
visit in the afternoon for light on the gold
the small entry fee supports ongoing restoration.

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Reviews

A breathtaking place of worship… we stayed for a while in awe. It’s beautiful when the light peaks in around afternoon, lighting up golden reflections all over the chapel. Exterior is very modest contrasting the interior. I think this was one of the most beautiful places in Porto. 😻 The entrance fee was 5€ and they…

Charlotte Bae

2/5

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