Northern Portugal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Braga Cathedral which includes street scenes
Bom Jesus do Monte which includes a garden
Northern Portugal
Bom Jesus do Monte showing a park and château or palace

Where to stay in Northern Portugal

Dom Luis I Bridge showing a bridge

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

Porto showing a small town or village and a city

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 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.

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

Ribeira

The ample dining options and beautiful 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.

Ribeira
Porto featuring outdoor art, a city and signage

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.

Santo Ildefonso
Sandeman Cellars featuring heritage architecture and interior views

Santa Marinha

4/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Santa Marinha
Porto showing a small town or village and a city

Vitória

While you're in Vitória, take in top sights like Porto Historic Center or Livraria Lello, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Guilherme Gomes Fernandes Stop or Carmo Stop.

Vitória
The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels

The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels

4 out of 5
R. da Vigorosa 456, Porto, Porto
The price is AU$229 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$229
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Porto Historic Center and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (175 reviews)
"Nice room, helpful staff,good breakfast. A bit of a ways from downtown but a nice walk in good weather"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels
Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto

Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Rua Vasconcelos Costa, 466,, Maia
The price is AU$117 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$117
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Maia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (838 reviews)
"clean rooms"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto
Eurostars Porto Douro

Eurostars Porto Douro

4 out of 5
Avenida Gustavo Eiffel 22, Porto
The price is AU$201 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$201
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"yes"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Eurostars Porto Douro
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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! (1,170 reviews)
"All the staff were helpful & cheerful. Good location to the food hall/market,high street shops. Plenty of bars & restaurants.Happy Hour was appreciated at the bar over the road.Restaurant next door served good cheap food & always had a queue outside . Recommend for 2/3 night stay."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Spot Family Apartments
Gaia Residence

Gaia Residence

4 out of 5
Rua Diogo Macedo, 220, Vila Nova de Gaia
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (215 reviews)
"Not very close by"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Gaia Residence
Porto River

Porto River

4 out of 5
Rua dos Canastreiros, 50, Porto
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (502 reviews)
"Beautiful. Right in the middle of the action. A little loud on the street below. But expected for being where it is. Not an issue. We loved this property. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Porto River
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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