PORTO'S SAO BENTO
PORTO'S SAO BENTO
What to Know About Sao Bento Railway Station
Although the title of the main train station of Porto belongs to Campanha, Sao Bento Railway station has something else to pride itself on - the spectacular interiors and fascinating history. The beautiful building that houses the station was once home to the 16th-century monastery, the Convent of Sao Bento da Ave Maria.
Unfortunately, the original building was demolished in 1896, but it's hard to regret it, as the beautiful neoclassical complex that was built instead is truly a work of art.
Even if you are not planning to take a train in Porto, Sao Bento rail station is worth stopping by to admire its amazing decorations. The main hall is a splendid sight as it's adorned with over 2000 azulejo tiles, depicting the history of Portugal.
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FAQ: About Sao Bento Station
The station is conveniently located right in the city center and is easily reachable by public transport. We recommend using the metro to get there, as Sao Bento is set on Line D of Porto metro.
You can get there by taking a train (line 15160) or a bus (801 or 70).