Parada
Maia
Popular places to visit
Terra da Maia Historical and Ethnological Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Terra da Maia Historical and Ethnological Museum during your travels in Castêlo da Maia. Stroll along the waterfront in this culturally rich area, or check out its lively bars.
Maia Zoo
Why not meet the animals who live at Maia Zoo during your vacation in Cidade da Maia? Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront and enjoy its lively bars.
Quinta de Santa Cruz Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Quinta de Santa Cruz Winery during your travels to Cidade da Maia. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
Funny City
Bring the family to Funny City and enjoy the excitement of this amusement park in Milheirós. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Maia Welcome Center
Maia Welcome Center is just one of the places to see in Cidade da Maia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the waterfront in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
Avioso Park
Explore the great outdoors at Avioso Park, a lovely green space in Castêlo da Maia. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras
Porto Full Day City Tour Wine Tasting and Six Bridges Cruise
Porto: Douro Valley Tour with Lunch, Boat Cruise & Tastings
From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch
Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River
Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Tour from Porto with Boat Ride
Top hotels in Parada
The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels
Beautiful hotel. Unbelievable breakfast,,,,is an $7 urber ride to downtown Porto. But def woul stay here again.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Eurostars Porto Douro
Staff are very hospitable and the hotel is in a good location. We enjoyed the river view from our room.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
I only had breakfast once to expensive and poor selection
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Eurostars Aliados
Nice hotel, a bit far from old historic center but still quite walkable.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Porto Royal Bridges Hotel
Dec booking - Room was clean. Smaller than expected and comfortable enough for two people. Complementary espresso pods and tea sachets. AC not working: error message showing up or automatically going to heater. Receptionist tried her best to help. AC was still not working. Breakfast was delicious ...
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Hilton Porto Gaia
this is an excellent, looks like brand new hotel ,confort
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parada
Nogueira
While Nogueira isn't home to many top sights, Lidador Tower and Funny City are some notable places to visit nearby.
