The coffeehouses with history in Porto are real visiting cards of the city. Downtown, one can find a few which stand out by their cultural dimension, hosting the most diverse events, such as social gatherings, book presentations, exhibitions and recitals. One of the most famous is Majestic, at Rua de Santa Catarina street, not only due to te refined service, but also because of the architectonic beauty of the building. MAJESTIC Café GUARANY Café Café BRASILEIRA Café PROGRESSO João Pires The refinement, together with good taste, make this coffeehouse one of the most attended, mainly by tourists. Also with a history and detainer of a particular beauty is Guarany, at avenida dos Aliados. One should note, as well, the Brasileira, at Rua de Sa da Bandeira, with a magnificent iron and glass parasol and an interior in which stand out of the crystals, marbles, and the carved leather furniture. Another example is Café Progresso, not fa
