Douro Litoral Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Dom Luis I Bridge showing street scenes, a bridge and a river or creek
Porto showing a small town or village and a city
Dom Luis I Bridge which includes a river or creek and a bridge
Dom Luis I Bridge showing a bridge
Douro Litoral

Where to stay in Douro Litoral

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Centro / Baixa

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

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.

Centro / Baixa
Ribeira Square featuring a monument, a square or plaza and a fountain

Ribeira

The ample dining options and beautiful 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.

Ribeira
Porto which includes signage, shopping and outdoor art

União de Freguesias do Centro

5/5(1 area review)

União de Freguesias do Centro is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Porto City Hall and Livraria Lello. See more of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória by jumping on the metro at Lapa Station or Trindade Station.

União de Freguesias do Centro
Dom Luis I Bridge featuring a bridge

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 of the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.

Sé
Dom Luis I Bridge featuring street scenes, a bridge and a river or creek

São Nicolau

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

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.

São Nicolau
Porto which includes signage, shopping and outdoor art

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 City Hall and Bolhao Market, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.

Santo Ildefonso
YOTEL Porto
YOTEL Porto
4 out of 5
Rua de Gonçalo Cristóvão 206, Porto, Porto
The price is AU$102 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
AU$102
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (762 reviews)
"The hotel restaurant was great. The staff was extremely friendly and knowledgeable."

Reviewed on 9 Jan. 2025

YOTEL Porto
Memoria Porto FLH Hotels
Memoria Porto FLH Hotels
4 out of 5
2 Rua de São Francisco, Porto
The price is AU$159 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$159
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (758 reviews)
"The room was very open and spacious. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Coffee is very strong - some like it that way."

Reviewed on 13 Jan. 2025

Memoria Porto FLH Hotels
GA Palace Hotel
GA Palace Hotel
5 out of 5
Rua Alexandre Herculano, 311, Porto
The price is AU$322 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
AU$322
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
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Spot Family Apartments
Spot Family Apartments
3 out of 5
Rua do Bolhão, 109, União de Freguesias do Centro, Porto, Porto
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,026 reviews)
"An awesome place. Close to shopping, uber, restaurants and grocery stores. Awesome kitchen. Excellent bed rooms and furnishings. Fabulous bathroom. A five star accommodation. Exceptional staff."

Reviewed on 11 Jan. 2025

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Oca Ribeira do Porto AT
Oca Ribeira do Porto AT
3 out of 5
Rua de São João 9-21, Porto, Porto
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (257 reviews)
"We loved our stay at this property. The room was very spacious, clean with all the amenities and a small kitchenette. Safe and Very walkable to all the attractions, steps away from the Duoro river"

Reviewed on 8 Jan. 2025

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Condes de Azevedo Palace
Condes de Azevedo Palace
5 out of 5
Palácio Condes de Azevedo -, Rua Saraiva de Carvalho N93, Porto
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (472 reviews)
"Wow, such a beautiful and historic hotel. We loved our accommodations, the location cannot be beat. The staff were very welcoming and friendly. Pedro spent quite a bit of time with us detailing the different sites in Porto. Thank you, we visited so many places he suggested and had a great time. The ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025

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Popular places to visit

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Porto Historic Center

You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you stop by Porto Historic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Porto Historic Center
Ribeira Square featuring a monument, a square or plaza and café scenes

Ribeira Square

4.5/5(42 reviews)

Perched on the banks of the River Douro, Ribeira Square is one of Porto’s oldest and most exciting districts.

Ribeira Square
Porto Cathedral showing heritage architecture, interior views and a church or cathedral

Porto Cathedral

4.5/5(36 reviews)

This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting.

Porto Cathedral
Dom Luis I Bridge which includes a river or creek and a bridge

Dom Luis I Bridge

4.5/5(60 reviews)

Enjoy fantastic city views from this fine old bridge and admire its intricate ironwork, reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower.

Dom Luis I Bridge
Porto City Hall

Porto City Hall

4.5/5(23 reviews)

After visiting Porto City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Porto City Hall
Matosinhos Beach

Matosinhos Beach

4/5(10 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Matosinhos Beach during your travels in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira?

Matosinhos Beach

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