Douro Litoral Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Douro Litoral
Where to stay in Douro Litoral
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 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.
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.
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
While you're in Vitória, take in top sights like Livraria Lello or Clerigos Tower, and hop on the metro to see more of 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 20 Feb 2026
Hotel Moon & Sun Porto
The service from the staff was great.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
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 25 Feb 2026
Spot Family Apartments
Super location. Room is very clean
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Gaia Residence
Spacious room, and quiet accommodations
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Porto River
The staff were highly professional and attentive to making our stay enjoyable and worry free, ahead of, during our stay, and as we continued our holiday elsewhere. The combination of an idealistic location and a fitting accommodation to meet the beauty of that picturesque locale overlooking the Douro ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
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 waterfront.
Ribeira Square
Learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you take a trip to Ribeira Square. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Dom Luis I Bridge
After visiting Dom Luis I Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porto. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Porto Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória with a stop at Porto Cathedral. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Bolhao Market
During your visit to Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bolhao Market. Wander through the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.
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.
- Porto Historic Center
- Ribeira Square
- Dom Luis I Bridge
- Porto Cathedral
- Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal
- Bolhao Market
- Norte Shopping
- Matosinhos Beach
- Avenida dos Aliados
- Clerigos Tower
- Sandeman Cellars
- Dragao Stadium
- Douro River Lighthouse
- St. Ignatius Zoo
- University of Porto
- Cidade do Porto Park
- Vila do Conde Beach
- EXPONOR - Porto International Fair
- Alfandega Congress Center
- El Corte Inglés de Gaia
- Ingleses Beach
- Porto Coliseum
- Cais de Gaia
- Clérigos Church
