São Nicolau Travel Guide

Porto

Dom Luis I Bridge featuring street scenes, a bridge and a river or creek
Dom Luis I Bridge showing a bridge, a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and a coastal town
Dom Luis I Bridge which includes a river or creek and a bridge
Church of Sao Francisco featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture
Dom Luis I Bridge showing night scenes, a bridge and a bay or harbour

Popular places to visit

Ribeira Square featuring a monument, a square or plaza and a fountain

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.

Ribeira Square
Stock Exchange Palace

Stock Exchange Palace

You can browse the exhibits at Stock Exchange Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.

Stock Exchange Palace
Church of Sao Francisco which includes religious elements, street scenes and heritage architecture

Church of Sao Francisco

Learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória with a stop at Church of Sao Francisco. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Church of Sao Francisco
Porto which includes signage, shopping and outdoor art

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.

Porto Historic Center
Porto Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and interior views

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.

Porto Cathedral
Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal

Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira with a trip to Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.

Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal

Top hotels in São Nicolau

Memoria Porto FLH Hotels

Memoria Porto FLH Hotels

4 out of 5
2 Rua de São Francisco, Porto
The price is 3.628.510 ₫ per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
3.628.510 ₫
4.029.370 ₫ total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great location, quiet, very clean, great breakfast, great staff."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Memoria Porto FLH Hotels
Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site

Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site

5 out of 5
Praca da Ribeira, 1, Porto
The price is 6.965.564 ₫ per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
6.965.564 ₫
7.566.648 ₫ total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"In center of tourist area. Extremely quiet inside. Excellent staff and a great breakfast."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site
The Editory House Ribeira Porto Hotel

The Editory House Ribeira Porto Hotel

4 out of 5
Rua Infante Dom Henrique, 26, Porto
The price is 3.546.833 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
3.546.833 ₫
3.942.793 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Very lovely staff and big rooms"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

The Editory House Ribeira Porto Hotel
Exmo Hotel by Olivia

Exmo Hotel by Olivia

4 out of 5
Rua do Infante D. Henrique 55-61, Porto
The price is 4.607.551 ₫ per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
4.607.551 ₫
5.067.155 ₫ total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (288 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Great location. Huge room. All around great."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Exmo Hotel by Olivia
ICON Duplo Ribeira

ICON Duplo Ribeira

4 out of 5
104, Rua de São João, Porto, Porto
The price is 4.354.136 ₫ per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
4.354.136 ₫
4.798.535 ₫ total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (286 reviews)
"Great spot right in the heart of everything. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

ICON Duplo Ribeira
Oca Ribeira do Porto AT

Oca Ribeira do Porto AT

3 out of 5
Rua de São João 9-21, Porto, Porto
The price is 3.858.824 ₫ per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
3.858.824 ₫
4.273.503 ₫ total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (389 reviews)
"The property was clean, and the staff was very efficient and helpful. The rooms were beautiful and spacious. The only negative factor was having to drag the luggage downhill to the property, but it was worth the trouble! I would stay there again. In the middle of all the fun!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Oca Ribeira do Porto AT
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Other neighbourhoods around São Nicolau

Ribeira Square featuring a monument, a square or plaza and a fountain

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
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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.

Miragaia
Porto showing a city and a small town or village

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
Dom Luis I Bridge featuring a bridge

Sé

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.

Sé
Sandeman Cellars showing heritage architecture and interior views

Santa Marinha

4.5/5(50 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 city and a small town or village

Centro / Baixa

4.5/5(587 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

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