Parada Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Maia Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Maia Zoo during your holiday 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 waterfront in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Funny City
Bring your family to Funny City and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Milheirós. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Terra da Maia Historical and Ethnological Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Terra da Maia Historical and Ethnological Museum in Castêlo da Maia. Stroll along the waterfront in this culturally rich area or visit its lively bars.
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.
Igreja Conventual de Sao Salvador
Igreja Conventual de Sao Salvador is just one of the places to see in Maia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront and enjoy its lively bars.
Activities
Porto Hop On Hop Off Bus Combos
Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch
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
Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River
Our pick of the best Parada Hotel Deals
Hilton Porto Gaia
Great!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Moon & Sun Porto
From start to finish the Moon & Sun hotel was absolutely fantastic. From the warm welcome, the room, the breakfast, the bar staff, the cleanliness and the location was brilliant for us. A special thanks to Paulo who was so informative and knowledgeable. Cannot fault a single thing. Thank you for ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Eurostars Porto Douro
The staff is welcoming, the breakfast buffet is excellent with plenty of options, and the hotel is clean and well maintained.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Memoria Porto FLH Hotels
The room was extremely clean and well maintained.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Eurostars Aliados
Spotless, the staff are very kind and professional. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
Arrived early, the lady on reception was really nice and helpfull, we where able to check in early and also given an upgraded room. Room spotless, cleaned every day and had everything we required.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parada
Nogueira
While there might not be top attractions in Nogueira, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Maia Zoo and Lidador Tower.
