Mafamude Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 waterfront.
Ribeira Square
Perched on the banks of the River Douro, Ribeira Square is one of Porto’s oldest and most exciting districts.
Porto Cathedral
This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting.
Dom Luis I Bridge
Enjoy fantastic city views from this fine old bridge and admire its intricate ironwork, reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower.
Bolhao Market
During your visit to Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bolhao Market. Wander through the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.
Casa da Música
Listen to classical and popular music concerts or dine out in style at one of Portugal’s most modern performance spaces.
Activities
Porto Hop On Hop Off Bus Combos
Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch
Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River
The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center
Discover Porto's Highlights on a 2-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk
Porto: 6 Bridges Douro River Cruise
Our pick of the best Mafamude Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Porto Gaia by IHG
Good location
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Boeira Garden Hotel Porto Gaia, Curio Collection by Hilton
A wonderful hotel, quiet hotel in the heart of Porto. Now out go to spot when we are in town. Out only annoyance on this trip was the hotel wanting an early check in fee of 30 euros even though our room was ready for us to occupy anyway.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hilton Porto Gaia
Great!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Eurostars Porto Douro
The room was spotless. The shower was amazing. They changed the bed every day.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Memoria Porto FLH Hotels
Best for all
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Eurostars Aliados
Free bottle of wine. Allowed late checkout. Easy booking for spa. Good location. All round nice hotel.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mafamude
Oliveira do Douro
While visiting Oliveira do Douro, you might make a stop by sights like Duoro River and Real Companhia Velha Cellars.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
