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 Historic Center and Porto City Hall. 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 Porto Historic Center or Ribeira Square might round out your trip.
Sé
If you're spending time in Sé, check out sights like Porto Historic Center or Praça da Batalha 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.
Santa Marinha
While you're in Santa Marinha, take in top sights like Porto Historic Center and jump on the metro at Jardim do Morro Station to see more of the city.
Vitória
If you're spending time in Vitória, check out sights like Porto Historic Center or Livraria Lello and hop on the metro to see more the city at Guilherme Gomes Fernandes Stop or Carmo Stop.
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Popular places to visit
Porto Historic Center
You can learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória during your trip to a top site like 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.
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.
Porto Cathedral
This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting.
Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira with a trip to Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
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.
Things to do
Exclusive Vinho Verde Alvarinho and Minho Region Wine Tour
- Porto Historic Center
- Ribeira Square
- Costa Nova Beach
- Porto Cathedral
- Espinho Beach
- Norte Shopping
- Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal
- Livraria Lello
- Porto City Hall
- Bolhao Market
- Matosinhos Beach
- Vila Praia de Ancora Beach
- Clerigos Tower
- Praia de Mira Beach
- Barra Beach
- Apulia Beach
- Bom Jesus do Monte
- Dom Luis I Bridge
- Moledo do Minho Beach
- Foreigners and Borders Service
- Dragao Stadium
- Esmoriz Beach
- Ski resort of Serra da Estrela
- St. Ignatius Zoo
- Braga Cathedral
- University of Porto
- Aliados Square
- Esposende Beach
- Douro River Lighthouse
- Magikland