Oporto is Portugal's second city after Lisbon and in 1997, it was classified as a World Heritage by UNESCO.

There is much to see in particular Clerigos Tower, Oporto Cathedral, the Romanic church of Cedofeita, the churches of Sao Francisco, Santa Clara and Carmo and the Palacio da Bolsa.

A visit should also be made eo the Port Wine Lodges in Gaia where the world famous Port Wine can be tasted and purchased.

A stroll through the remains of the 15th century town walls, passing the Casa do Infante and the traditional street markets at Mercado do Bolhao and Mercado Ferreira Borges are also of great interest.

The river banks of Oporto and Gaia in the Ribeirinha area provide the ideal place to unwind, meet the locals and watch the sunset from one of the many riverside cafes.

The beautiful hotel has recently been refurbished and the accommodation comprises 52 double rooms and 6 luxurious suites. The decor is a mix of soft subtle colours and rich textures combining to produce a warm welcoming atmosphere.

Each room has a private bathroom and air conditioning. Satellite/Cable television, video channels, direct dial telephone, broadband internet access, radio, tea/coffee making facilities, mini-bar, safe and hairdryer.

Facilities and services include elevator/lift, swimming pool, outdoor terrace, beauty centre, restaurant, bar, multi lingual staff, conference facilities, children's facilities, 24 hour reception, concierge, valet parking, limited room service, laundry and dry cleaning service, currency exchange, businness centre, wi-fi in all public areas, hairdresser and parking.

Tours, excursions, transfers and car rental can be arranged.

After a dip into the swimming-pool, guests may be pampered at the Beauty Centre available at the hotel.

Also, due to the hotels central location, guests can avail themselves of a variety of leisure amenities in the vicinity including a fitness centre, tennis and squash.

For dinner the Atlantico Bar, overlooking the garden and swimming pool, serves delicious local and international cuisine in an elegant, informal and intimate atmosphere.

Guests can also enjoy a pre or post dinner drink on the sheltered outdoor terrace.

Hotel Tivoli Porto has 6 state of the art meeting rooms ideal for hosting any type of meeting or conference.

Dynamic, dedicated conference staff are available to ensure the event runs as smoothly as possible. The business centre has a fax, photocopy service, wi-fi internet access and direct dial telephones. The latest innovations in audio-visual and communication equipment can be arranged on request.

The Francisco Sa Carneiro International Airport is approximately 12 kilometers to the north-west of the city centre.

Hotel Tivoli Porto will be closed for refurbishment until 2009.