Santa Marinha Travel Guide
Porto
Visit Santa Marinha
Popular places to visit
Sandeman Cellars
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Sandeman Cellars during your travels to Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Cais de Gaia
You can find out about the history of Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada with a trip to Cais de Gaia.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Santa Marinha
Hilton Porto Gaia
Staff was very helpful in providing information
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel
Everything, everybody great at this new hotel (~1 year old)! Enjoyed our short stay.... Good quiet/safe location but still close (~5-10min walking distance) to river, brigde, restaurants, etc
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro
Beautiful hotel, wonderful location and the staff were so helpful. Props to the chef for making me delicious vegan meal.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Porto River Soul Hotel
The Rebello Hotel & Spa
The staff were so kind, the amenities were gorgeous, and so accessible to the sights of Porto!
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
The Yeatman Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Marinha
São Nicolau
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.
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.
Miragaia
Noted for its historical sites and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Miragaia. Top attractions like Porto Historic Center and Rua de Miguel Bombarda are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viriato Stop or Hosp. Sto. António Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Massarelos
Consider a visit to Bom Sucesso Market and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Massarelos. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Museu C. Elétrico Stop or Igreja de Massarelos Stop.
