Few cities can boast of being closely linked to a flower, but in the case of Porto’s “garden,” camellias have reigned supreme since 1880. With more than 370 varieties scattered throughout Invicta, this flower, which is as elegant as it is resilient, has just been celebrated in a very special tourist itinerary.
The “Camellia Route” can be found on the “Plan Your Journey” digital platform , run by the Department of Tourism and Internationalization of the Porto City Council. In total, there are 21 points of interest that now join other existing suggestions on urban art or the secrets of the mythical Camino de Santiago.
Where to enjoy camellias in Porto?
Private gardens, farms, mansions, and public gardens transform Porto’s floral landscape in winter with the blooming of camellias. This new tourist itinerary covers different parts of the city, from Foz to Baixa, among other locations.
If you want to immerse yourself in this complete floral itinerary, here is the list that pays due homage to the species most cherished by the people of Porto:
- Quinta de Villar d’Allen
- Quinta da Bonjóia
- São Roque Park
- Parque das Águas
- Prado do Repouso Cemetery
- São Lázaro Garden
- Parque das Virtudes
- Soares dos Reis National Museum
- Gardens of the Crystal Palace
- Quinta da Macieirinha Romantic Museum
- Casa Tait
- Casa Burmester
- Botanical Garden
- House of Arts
- City Park
- Serralves Park
- Eng. António de Almeida Foundation
- Agramonte Cemetery.
Porto Camellia Exhibition
Camellias display all their beauty and splendor before spring, which is why the Porto Camellia Exhibition is already a classic event . This year, in its 30th edition, the flower of Invicta promises to transform the Palácio da Bolsa into a stunning ‘garden’ on March 7 and 8.
With free admission, the event program includes contests to choose the best examples of camellias, a market, workshops, guided tours, and even musical performances.
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