Invicta is a city with incredible theaters, but there’s also no shortage of venues for live music. From the smallest to the largest, without forgetting some impressive venues, this article is dedicated to the places that host concerts in Porto.
From emerging bands to well-known artists, from rock to classical music, we’ ve put together suggestions for all tastes. So, if you’re a music lover and you’re looking for concert halls in the city, then this list is for you. The order is random, so pick your favorite tip.
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Casa da Música
Casa da Música needs no introduction and therefore couldn’t be missing from this article. This is one of Porto’s largest concert halls, but also an architectural symbol , designed by Rem Koolhaas.
Located in the Boavista area, this is an eclectic venue that welcomes a variety of music styles, from jazz to electronica, without forgetting classical sounds. Various national and international artists perform here . To make sure you don’t miss anything, it ‘s best to pay attention to the Casa da Música calendar.
📍Avenida da Boavista, 604-610
👉Moreinformation: official website
Stock Exchange Palace
In the heart of Porto, the Palácio da Bolsa is one of those places that leaves your mouth hanging open, and when it’s filled with candles, the setting is simply magical. Candlelight Portoconcerts take on a special glow here, with the music echoing through the golden halls and enveloping everyone in a unique atmosphere. A true city treasure where elegance and emotion go hand in hand.
📍Rua Ferreira Borges, Porto
👉Moreinformation: Palácio da Bolsa official website
Hard Club
Situated near the incomparable Palácio da Bolsa, the Hard Club is a cultural landmark in the city of Porto. In addition, it is located in the Ferreira Borges Market, a building classified as a Property of Public Interest, which is striking for its color.
Inside the Hard Club you’ll find: Room 1 (for large events, with space for 1,000 standing people); Room 2 (350 standing people); and the open-access Main Floor, where there are often free exhibitions and activities.
If you’re a fan of rock, metal and other more alternative styles of music, then this is the perfect venue for you. For example, this cult concert hall is home to Amplifest every year, a nationally and internationally recognized event.
📍Infante D. Henrique Square
👉Moreinformation: Hard Club website
Sá da Bandeira Theatre
The Teatro Sá da Bandeira is one of the oldest theaters in the city of Porto, but at the same time it also hosts several musical shows, including national and international artists.
📍Rua de Sá da Bandeira, 108
👉Moreinformation: official website
Outsite M.OU.CO
This venue is no classic in the literal sense of the word. However, it has already made a name for itself in Porto’s music scene, as it is the first hotel in the country with a multidisciplinary concept aimed at the world of music.
M.OU.CO. stands for “Music and Other Things”, a name that lives up to its very essence. However, if you think it’s just a hotel that organizes concerts, you’re wrong.
After all, it not only has a concert hall, but also rehearsal rooms and a health and wellness space for musicians. So this place is anything but conventional and hosts several concerts.
📍Rua de Frei Heitor Pinto, 65
👉Moreinformation: <shortcode data-tag=”trackLink” 0=”link_url=”https://moucohotel.pt/agenda/”<em>”>M.OU.CO’s cultural calendar
Super Bock Arena – Rosa Mota Pavilion
Located in the heart of the Palácio de Cristal Gardens, the Super Bock Arena – Rosa Mota Pavilion is a multi-purpose pavilion with capacity for large events. A number of well-known national and international artists often perform here .
📍Palácio de Cristal Gardens, Rua de Dom Manuel II
👉Moreinformation: official website
Maus Hábitos
As a “Cultural Intervention Space”, Maus Hábitos hosts small concerts in Porto, including themed parties and DJ sets.
Open since 2001, its location on Rua de Passos Manuel, near the Coliseu Porto Ageas, makes it an (almost) obligatory cultural stop in the city.
📍Rua de Passos Manuel, 178 4th floor
👉Moreinformation: Maus Hábitos website
Pestana Palácio do Freixo
Located on the banks of the Douro, the Pestana Palácio do Freixo is an icon of Baroque architecture and one of the most elegant concert venues in Porto. With imposing halls and breathtaking views over the river, it regularly hosts musical events that combine tradition and sophistication, such as the Candlelight Porto concerts.
📍 Rua do Freixo, 277
Hilton Porto Gaia
Although not necessarily a music venue, the five-star Hilton Porto Gaia hosts several live music shows throughout the year, including the enchanting production “Candlelight Ballet: The Nutcracker”.
The hotel is located in the heart of Gaia’s historic center and features contemporary décor that is still faithful to the building’s past life as a wine warehouse.
📍R. de Serpa Pinto 124
Although essential, this article does not cover all the concert halls in Porto. As such, we would like to highlight other venues that also deserve to be highlighted, namely:
- Passos Manuel;
- HotFive;
- Hard Rock Café, among others.