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

4.5/5(366 reviews)

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 Ribeira Square. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

Ribeira Square
Stock Exchange Palace

Stock Exchange Palace

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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

4.5/5(99 reviews)

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 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.

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

Porto Cathedral

4.5/5(260 reviews)

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
Casa da Musica featuring street scenes and modern architecture

Casa da Música

4/5(64 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Casa da Música, a popular theatre in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

Casa da Música

Top hotels in São Nicolau

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 7.850.021 ₫ per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
7.850.021 ₫
8.504.128 ₫ total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay right in the center of all activity along the water. Hotel is wonderful and the STAFF IS SUPERB! Pedro gave us a great walking plan for each day and booked us exceptional dinner choices. Thanks much Pedro. The breakfast is first class with a tremendous variety, from eggs and pastries ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site
Memoria Porto FLH Hotels
Memoria Porto FLH Hotels
4 out of 5
2 Rua de São Francisco, Porto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 4.404.908 ₫ per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
4.404.908 ₫
4.852.308 ₫ total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
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! (954 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Memoria Porto FLH Hotels
The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel
The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel
2 out of 5
R. de São João 40, Porto, Porto
Stay at this hostel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2025

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The Central House Porto Ribeira - Hostel
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 3.742.723 ₫ per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
3.742.723 ₫
4.150.392 ₫ total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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! (357 reviews)
"If AC is important to you, do not book this hotel. The two AC units in our room did not work. I ask the front desk to fix them for us and they told us the AC was broken. The rooms are hot at night."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

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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 3.742.723 ₫ per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
3.742.723 ₫
4.150.393 ₫ total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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! (995 reviews)
"Great location. Beautiful small hotel. Rooms small"

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

The Editory House Ribeira Porto Hotel
ICON Duplo Ribeira
ICON Duplo Ribeira
4 out of 5
104, Rua de São João, Porto, Porto
The price is 4.620.559 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
4.620.559 ₫
5.080.717 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (274 reviews)
"The location couldn’t be better — only blocks away from the river and easy access to everywhere we wanted to go. Despite being in a high traffic area, the windows do an amazing job blocking most of the noise. The room was spacious and comfortable. But what really set this place apart was the hotel ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

ICON Duplo Ribeira
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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 Ribeira Square or Porto Historic Center 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 Livraria Lello or Clerigos Tower, 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 Praça da Batalha or Porto Cathedral 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 Cais de Gaia 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 Ribeira Square 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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