Northern Portugal
Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
Vitória
If you're spending time in Vitória, check out sights like Livraria Lello or Clerigos Tower and hop on the metro to see more the city at Guilherme Gomes Fernandes Stop or Carmo Stop.
Hilton Porto Gaia
Staff was friendly and rooms were nice and big! My only two complaints is that the pullout couch was very noisy and when someone would move everyone heard because it was an open space. I also wasn’t thrilled to get charged to use pool and amenities in spa. As a hotel guest I feel like we should have ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/20
Hotel Moon & Sun Porto
The service from the staff was great.
Reviewed on 2026/2/21
GA Palace Hotel
Staff were enthusiastic, upbeat, engaging, and couldn’t have been more helpful. The hotel itself is beautiful.. decor is classy and the room was large, elegant and very comfortable
Reviewed on 2026/2/25
Spot Family Apartments
Super location. Room is very clean
Reviewed on 2026/1/21
Gaia Residence
Spacious room, and quiet accommodations
Reviewed on 2026/2/9
Porto River
What a beautiful place to stay! The apartment was awesome with an amazing view, and the staff was great!
Reviewed on 2026/2/23
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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.
Dom Luis I Bridge
Enjoy fantastic city views from this fine old bridge and admire its intricate ironwork, reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower.
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.
Bolhao Market
During your visit to Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bolhao Market. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.
