Church of Saint Ildefonso

The Igreja de Santo Ildefonso is located in Batalha Square. The church’s façade is beautifully decorated with traditional azulejos (ceramic tiles), though the exterior shows some signs of age and decay. In contrast, the interior and the altar are in excellent condition and truly stunning. I highly recommend visiting this charming historic church.

Only 1 euro entrance fee for the church and the museum! Outside facade is just stunning, yet inside is also worthy to see. It is a wonderful church, including from outside with azulejos on the outdoor walls. Yet, be mindful about the opening hours.

Stayed just opposite this old church and museum in same building. Baroque style, small square in front of. You are in downtown with many other attraction around, restaurants, cafes and shopping

On the north side of the Praça da Batalha stands the Church of San Ildefonso, and like many churches in Porto, its main facade is covered with azulejos. This early Baroque church was built between 1709 and 1739 and is dedicated to Ildefonso, the 7th-century Archbishop of Toledo. Note the beautiful stained-glass windows and the brazen altarpiece by the Italian architect Niccolò Nasoni.

It cost 1 euro to enter. The Church is fantastic, peaceful, and quiet. If my euro contributes to upkeep, then I am very happy

The Baroque-style parish church is known for its striking combination of a classical façade and elaborate azulejo tilework covering its exterior walls. The church is named after Saint Ildefonsus, a 7th-century Archbishop of Toledo in Spain. Construction began in 1709 and was completed in 1739. The church was damaged during the Batalha da Liberdade (Battle of Liberty) in 1833 but was later restored. In 1932, over 11,000 azulejos were added to the façade. Designed by Jorge Colaço, the tiles depict scenes from the life of Saint Ildefonsus and various episodes from the Bible.

The Church of Saint Ildefonso is one of Porto’s most beautiful and eye-catching landmarks, and even just admiring it from the outside is worth a full five stars. Located near Batalha Square, the church immediately stands out thanks to its stunning façade covered with traditional Portuguese blue-and-white azulejo tiles. The tiles depict scenes from the life of Saint Ildefonso as well as other religious imagery, and the craftsmanship is so detailed that I found myself just stopping to take it all in. The baroque-style twin bell towers add to its grandeur, and the overall design makes the church feel both historic and elegant. Its position slightly elevated on a small staircase gives it a commanding presence in the square below, and it’s easy to capture beautiful photos from multiple angles. Even without going inside, the church tells a story through its architecture and artwork. The area around the church is lively, with cafés, shops, and street activity that add to the experience of visiting. For me, just standing there and admiring the intricate tilework and the balance of the architecture felt special. This church is a true gem of Porto and a must-see, even from the outside.

The Church of Saint Ildefonso in Porto is a striking 18th-century Baroque church completed in 1739. It is renowned for its façade adorned with about 11,000 blue and white azulejo tiles by Jorge Colaço, depicting scenes from Saint Ildefonso's life and the Gospels. Inside, it features an exquisite Baroque altarpiece by Nicolau Nasoni and beautiful stained glass windows. Located near Batalha Square, it remains an important cultural and religious landmark in Porto.

What a beautiful church! I can only speak for the outside, becaue we only peeked inside since there was a small fee. Thait seemed like what most people were doing, but just the facade is a sight to behold in itself. There's plenty of tilework on the exterior of the church to admire and the blues are so pretty! We came by on a Monday at around 4 PM and it was pretty quiet at that time. Good stop to make while in Porto if you're into unique tilework.

The Church of Saint Ildefonso is really a must when visiting the City of Porto. The beautiful tiled exterior immediately draws the visitor into its ornate interior and exquisite altar. The visit costs one Euro and it's definitely worth it. We were lucky to have been there when there was music playing adding to the atmosphere. I personally loved it so much that just had to return a second time to purchase a souvenir from the shop where I was well taken care of by a lovely gentleman. I will definitely have to come back next year and take the tour of the museum. Muito obrigado to the staff of the wonderful jewel of a place. Ben Urizar - New York, New York

This is a quiet church with fewer tourists than others. The actual closing time is about 8:00 p.m., which is long before the Internet suggests at 10:40 p.m., so don't believe the hours on Google and arrive before it's too late!

Igreja de Santo Ildefonso was unfortunately not open the three different times I passed through this neighborhood but even from the outside, this 18th century structure is worth a visit. The hand-painted azuleijos depict the life of Saint Ildefonso of Toledo, who died in 667. It is quite an impressive structure, constructed of granite in the shape of an elongated octagon. There are two bell towers. There is no parking nearby but it's a busy pedestrian area near Batalha Square. [Review 9837 overall, 1415 of 2018.]

Igreja de Santo Ildefonso is a beautiful and historic church. This was one of my favorite churches to have a chance to experience in Porto. I really like the architecture and tiles on the exterior and all of the intricate designs on the outside and inside. I really enjoyed the experience of being here and being able to feel all of the centuries and history here.