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.
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 Bolhao Market and Porto City Hall, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.
Sé
If you're spending time in Sé, check out sights like Praça da Batalha or Porto Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.
Santa Marinha
While you're in Santa Marinha, take in top sights like Gaia Cable Car and jump on the metro at Jardim do Morro Station to see more of the city.
São Nicolau
Visitors to São Nicolau love its stunning river views, and you can check out Stock Exchange Palace and Ribeira Square. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Infante Stop.
The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels
Beautiful hotel. Unbelievable breakfast,,,,is an $7 urber ride to downtown Porto. But def woul stay here again.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Eurostars Porto Douro
Great location with local restaurants and river views. A 15 min downhill walk from metro station but we only used the metro for the airport and everything else very walkable. Staff helpful and breakfast plentiful.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
I only had breakfast once to expensive and poor selection
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Spot Family Apartments
Everything was good
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Village Aparthotel by BOA
Beautiful room and property. We were in last unit closest to trains so it was noisy when windows opened but we got used to it. Great location. Housekeeping was wonderful when we had requests. The breakfast was great, loved the cooked to order choices. Had a great dinner at the restaurant directly ...
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
Porto River
Sonia was exceptional and the hotel was beautiful and convenient to everything!
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
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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 riverfront.
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.
Dom Luis I Bridge
Enjoy fantastic city views from this fine old bridge and admire its intricate ironwork, reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower.
Things to do
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Shore Excursion: Giant's Causeway Tour Including Belfast City Tour
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- Porto Historic Center
- Ribeira Square
- Costa Nova Beach
- Porto Cathedral
- Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal
- Dom Luis I Bridge
- Norte Shopping
- Bolhao Market
- Livraria Lello
- Porto City Hall
- Matosinhos Beach
- Clerigos Tower
- Ski resort of Serra da Estrela
- Espinho Beach
- Avenida dos Aliados
- Bom Jesus do Monte
- Dragao Stadium
- Praia de Mira Beach
- Barra Beach
- Dourocaves Winery
- Douro River Lighthouse
- Vila Praia de Ancora Beach
- Moledo do Minho Beach
- Apulia Beach
- Sandeman Cellars
- University of Porto
- Esposende Beach
- St. Ignatius Zoo
- Braga Municipal Stadium
- Braga Cathedral
- Foreigners and Borders Service
