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Ponte D. Luis I

Porto, Portugal
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Ranked #1 of 55 attractions in Porto
Type: Bridges
Description: Built in 1886, this bridge links Porto and Gaia.
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Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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54 reviews 54 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Walk the lower deck from the Ribeira- it is also in front of the Funicular dos Guindais (from Ribeira to Batalha- very convenient). Reaching Vila Nova de Gaia, you have the best view of the Ribeira. And, just of the bridge, Burmester Port winery.

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Porto, Portugal
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

The most famous link between Porto and Gaia, and also one of the top landmarks of the city. Local kids stand on the lower level and jump to the river if you throw a coin for them to catch. Enjoy the sights of Porto and Gaia from the upper level. Reccomend to visit also at night, as the illuminated city... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Awesome backdrop for pictures from either Porto or Nova de Gaia. Walking across the top is a treat - you don't realize how high up you are until you look down. Also possible to walk across the bottom and avoid the heights.

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London
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Bridge better than a roller coaster - I was scared witless walking across the upper level over the river

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Bath, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

One of a number of impressive bridges across the Douro. A road bridge at ground level, with a massive arch supporting a higher level walkway and metro line. Great views at both levels.

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Mysłowice, Polska
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

You cannot be in Porto and not see it I guess, and also not cross it:) On the other side of the river you will find fantastic cellars of Villa Nova De Gaia. And the view from the Ponte D. Luis I - marvelous!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

You can see the whole Porto from the brigde. However, the lower crossing was very narrow and traffic went by quite close to us. Still, a titanic construction that you can see in 10 minutes!

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San Francisco, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Loved its history, and how it works with all the other bridges of Porto to create an interesting view from every angle. It's a short easy walk that is gorgeous and interesting. I never tired of the views it provided both from below and above. But like others have mentioned, be aware of your surroundings. It is easy to get... More

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Krakow, Poland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

The bridge itself is rather rough as it was built by one of Eiffel's students. However from the bridge we can admire beautiful view for the banks of river Douro and the buidings of winerys - where different kinds of Porto wine are produced.

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

big bridge with fantastic views down the river. looks great both in the daytime and at night. you can cross over the bottom or the top sections of the bridge, the views are even better from the top. watch out for the metro trains at the top though, or buses and coaches at the bottom as theyc an get a... More

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