I found a wonderful oasis from the traffic and construction noise at the Urban Park of Palacio De Cristal. Lovely water fountains, flowering trees, statues and a small pond are just part of the pleasures you'll encounter walking through this Park. The best part though, is the view over the city and the River Douro.
The Park was constructed on two levels with stairs leading from one to the other. The resident peacocks could be heard but not seen although there were a number of chickens running through the bush.

This is a place where lovers stroll hand in hand, young parents play with their toddlers and matrons stop to have coffee and a pastry at the tree shaded cafe in the midlle of the park. Concerts are held here throughout the year.