Visit Northern Portugal
Where to stay in Northern Portugal
Centro / Baixa
Centro / Baixa is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Porto City Hall and Bolhao Market. See more of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória by jumping on the metro at Trindade Station or Aliados Station.
Ribeira
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Ribeira. A stop by Ribeira Square or Porto Historic Center might round out your trip.
União de Freguesias do Centro
União de Freguesias do Centro is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Porto Historic Center and Porto City Hall. See more of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória by jumping on the metro at Lapa Station or Trindade Station.
Sé
If you're spending time in Sé, check out sights like Porto Cathedral or Porto Historic Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.
Santo Ildefonso
Known for its ample dining options and beautiful river views, there's plenty to explore in Santo Ildefonso. You can visit top attractions like Porto Historic Center and Bolhao Market, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.
São Nicolau
Visitors to Sao Nicolau love its stunning river views, and you can check out Porto Historic Center and Stock Exchange Palace. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Infante Stop.
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Popular places to visit
Porto Historic Center
You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória with a trip to Porto Historic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Ribeira Square
Perched on the banks of the River Douro, Ribeira Square is one of Porto’s oldest and most exciting districts.
Porto Cathedral
This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting.
Costa Nova Beach
Take photographs of yourself in front of the brightly painted candy-striped houses that line the shore behind the picturesque sandy beach.
Casa da Música
Listen to classical and popular music concerts or dine out in style at one of Portugal’s most modern performance spaces.
Livraria Lello
During your visit to Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Livraria Lello. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
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- Porto Historic Center
- Ribeira Square
- Parque Nacional da Peneda-Geres
- Porto Cathedral
- Costa Nova Beach
- Casa da Música
- Norte Shopping
- Livraria Lello
- Dom Luis I Bridge
- Porto City Hall
- Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal
- Bolhao Market
- Clerigos Tower
- Matosinhos Beach
- Ski resort of Serra da Estrela
- Espinho Beach
- Bom Jesus do Monte
- Foreigners and Borders Service
- St. Ignatius Zoo
- Barra Beach
- Dragao Stadium
- Aliados Square
- Sandeman Cellars
- Moledo do Minho Beach
- University of Porto
- Vila Praia de Ancora Beach
- EXPONOR - Porto International Fair
- Apulia Beach
- Dourocaves Winery