Northern Portugal

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'River: Duoro
Completed: 1886
Trivia: The bridge is often confused with the nearby Maria Pia Bridge. The latter has only one deck.'
#waterlust #BestOf5
'River: Duoro
Completed: 1886
Trivia: The bridge is often confused with the nearby Maria Pia Bridge. The latter has only one deck.'
#waterlust #BestOf5
Wonderfull historical library in Porto.
The Mateus Palace (Portuguese: Mateus Palace, Solar Matthew or Matthew's House) is a palace located in the civil parish of Mateus, municipality of Vila Real, Portugal. Architect Nicholas Nasoniwas Involved in the project for the construction of the palace, Which redbourn place in the 18th century.
A beautiful natural swimming pool with fresh water given by a beautiful mountain of Peneda do Gerês National Park.
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Where to stay in Northern Portugal

Porto showing a city and a small town or village

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.

Centro / Baixa
Ribeira Square featuring a monument, a square or plaza and a fountain

Ribeira

The abundant dining options and stunning 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
#porto #oporto #SaoBento #railway #station #portugal

Talvez a Estação de São Bento seja a mais bonita estação de caminhos de ferro de Portugal. A vez anterior em que visitei a estação, alguns painéis de azulejos estavam em trabalho de restauro. Nesta última visita verifiquei, com satisfação, que o trabalho tinha sido concluído e pude assim contemplar os painéis em todo o seu esplendor.

Maybe São Bento Station is the most beautiful railway station in Portugal. The previous time I visited the station, some tile panels were in restoration work. On this last visit, I noticed with satisfaction that the work had been completed and I was able to contemplate the panels in all their splendor.

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 the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.

If life imitates art, then I want to walk in these shoes.

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 Holy Trinity Church and Porto City Hall, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.

Santo Ildefonso
Beautiful city of Porto, Portugal! From any view it’s gorgeous! #Culture

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.

Santa Marinha
Dom LuÌÎ_s Bridge, Porto, Portugal

Vitória

If you're spending time in Vitória, check out sights like Livraria Lello or Clerigos Tower and hop on the metro to see more the city at Guilherme Gomes Fernandes Stop or Carmo Stop.

Vitória
Hilton Porto Gaia

Hilton Porto Gaia

5 out of 5
Rua Serpa Pinto 124 Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is P6,611 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
P6,611
P7,351 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (834 reviews)
Everything was amazing

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Hilton Porto Gaia
Hotel Moon & Sun Porto

Hotel Moon & Sun Porto

4 out of 5
R. de Sá de Noronha 70 Porto Porto
The price is P5,575 per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
P5,575
P6,322 total
Feb 20 - Feb 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Staff was top notch! Everyone was super friendly, professional and accommodating.. Room was great. Clean, comfortable and had a great sleep at this hotel. Location is fantastic. Walking distance to many major attractions. Will definitely come back!

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Hotel Moon & Sun Porto
Eurostars Porto Douro

Eurostars Porto Douro

4 out of 5
Avenida Gustavo Eiffel 22 Porto
The price is P5,638 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
P5,638
P6,388 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
The staff is welcoming, the breakfast buffet is excellent with plenty of options, and the hotel is clean and well maintained.

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Eurostars Porto Douro
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Spot Family Apartments

Spot Family Apartments

3 out of 5
Rua do Bolhão, 109 Porto Porto
Stay at this aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,217 reviews)
Super location. Room is very clean

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Spot Family Apartments
Porto River

Porto River

4 out of 5
Rua dos Canastreiros, 50 Porto
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (511 reviews)
Wonderful small boutique hotel. Great location and excellent service

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Porto River
Village Aparthotel by BOA

Village Aparthotel by BOA

4 out of 5
R. do Bonjardim 541 Porto Porto
Stay at this aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (100 reviews)
Our stay was just perfect! The welcome, our room, the amenities, how close/easy it was to everything. We had a wonderful stay. Our only criticism would be breakfast, as the menu was quite limited and is vegetarian. What was available (and the coffee) were delicious, but options were rather limited. ...

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Village Aparthotel by BOA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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