Ribeira Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Porto Historic Center
You can learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you make a stop at a top site such as 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.
Porto Cathedral
This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting.
Casa da Musica
Listen to classical and popular music concerts or dine out in style at one of Portugal’s most modern performance spaces.
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.
Porto City Hall
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.
Activities
Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch
Douro Valley Wine Tour: 3 Vineyard Visits, Wine Tastings, Lunch
Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise
From Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip
Porto: Douro River Boat Cruise with Port Wine Tasting
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Other neighbourhoods around Ribeira
Sao Nicolau
Visitors to Sao Nicolau love its stunning river views, and you can check out Porto Historic Center and Stock Exchange Palace. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Infante Stop.
Sé
If you're spending time in Sé, check out sights like Porto Historic Center or Porto Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.
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.
Miragaia
Noted for its historical sites and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Miragaia. Top attractions like Porto Historic Center and Parque das Virtudes are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viriato Stop or Hosp. Sto. António Stop 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.
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.