Porto

Travel Guide

Dom Luis I Bridge featuring night scenes, street scenes and a bridge
Porto Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and interior views
Porto featuring a city and street scenes
Photo provided by Tourismo de Portugal
Photo provided by Tourismo de Portugal

Where to stay in Porto

Porto which includes a small town or village and a city

Centro / Baixa

4.5/5(771 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 square or plaza, a monument and cafe lifestyle

Ribeira

The abundant dining options and stunning 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
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 the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.

Porto which includes signage, outdoor art and a city

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

Santo Ildefonso
Sandeman Cellars featuring interior views and heritage architecture

Santa Marinha

4.5/5(79 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 which includes a small town or village and a city

Vitória

If you're spending time in Vitória, check out sights like Porto Historic Center or Livraria Lello and hop on the metro to see more the city at Guilherme Gomes Fernandes Stop or Carmo Stop.

Vitória
The Social Hub Porto
The Social Hub Porto
4 out of 5
Praça de Dom João 80, Porto, Porto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 362 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
AED 362
AED 408 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Porto Historic Center and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"Best place we have stayed in Portugal! This was a super convenient place to stay. We were able to walk everywhere. Lots of cafes and cool spots to eat, sit and drink. The facility was awesome, the rooftop is great. The staff are super friendly and helpful. We had a great time!"

Reviewed on 31 March 2025

The Social Hub Porto
Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto
Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto
3 out of 5
Rua Vasconcelos Costa, 466,, Maia
The price is AED 256 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
AED 256
AED 271 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (575 reviews)
"The room was clean and comfortable. The building was as well. There was an expensive shuttle available but we chose Ubher instead. Breakfast was expensive for an early morning grab and go."

Reviewed on 28 March 2025

Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto
GA Palace Hotel
GA Palace Hotel
5 out of 5
Rua Alexandre Herculano, 311, Porto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 1,105 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
AED 1,105
AED 1,195 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (420 reviews)
Fantastic Hotel.
"My wife and I had an amazing stay at GA Palace. Maybe one of the nicest hotel experiences we’ve ever had. As soon as we walked into the lobby, The smell of it was the nicest ever, the details from the flowers, lighting, art, and the interior design was elegant. Not to mention the friendly staff. ..."

Reviewed on 3 April 2025

GA Palace Hotel
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.
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! (286 reviews)
"Location, location, location!"

Reviewed on 2 April 2025

Oca Ribeira do Porto AT
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! (1,037 reviews)
"The apartment was lovely, perfect for 1-2 persons, with a great view from the balcony. The front desk staff was very friendly and helpful, especially Leonor. The location was fantastic, very close to the Bolhão market, the metro, dining, shopping and groceries. It was easy to walk to the historic ..."

Reviewed on 22 March 2025

Spot Family Apartments
YOUROPO - Downtown
YOUROPO - Downtown
3 out of 5
R. de Alexandre Braga 124, Porto, Porto
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
"Beautiful apartment, though some issues with check-in as we arrived late and found the apartment, but check-in place is 2 blocks away. There have been some similar reviews indicating check-in confusion, but we still fell into the same hole. I believe the real issue is the apartment still use the ..."

Reviewed on 3 April 2025

YOUROPO - Downtown
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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Reviews of Porto

4.7
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
657
5 - Excellent 74%
4 - Good
206
4 - Good 23%
3 - Okay
22
3 - Okay 2%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It's such a beautiful city!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Porto was a wonderful city. I wish we would have stayed a bit longer. Due to the Corona craziness we came back to the states early. Porto has great sangria and delicious food. There are many wineries and tons of history. I will be back one day.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was good but not great. Go to Lisbon to see all the beauty

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

There were so many wine cellars to visit but our favorite was Graham's. The tour is excellent and the view of the city is breathtaking.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice town with friendly atmosphere

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great city, lots to see. Must come back to just relax and enjoy the atmosphere.