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.
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.
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.
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.
Church of S. Miguel Da Maia
After visiting Church of S. Miguel Da Maia, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pedrouços. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
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.
Activities

Porto Hop On Hop Off Bus Combos

The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River

Experience Porto's Charm: 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour

From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch
Our pick of the best Parada Hotel Deals

The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels
Fantastic place to stay, and so modern and clean!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Eurostars Porto Douro
We stayed at Eurostars Porto Douro for three nights in December and had a very pleasant experience. The breakfast was a highlight, with an excellent variety including hot dishes like eggs and roasted vegetables, fresh fruit and vegetables, cheeses, yogurt with toppings, pastries, breads, juices, ...
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
One of the nicest hotels we have stayed at in Europe. It had a local of local flavor in the rooms and hallways. It is a very central location. Everything was easy and smooth.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Eurostars Aliados
Clean room. Staff friendly and helpful. Area is good for restaurants.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Hilton Porto Gaia
The hotel is in a great location in Gaia across river from Porto. We could walk to Porto center crossing the bridge and had a great tour. The facility is excellent with modern amenities. The service was not as good as other hotels we stayed in Portugal. The staff was courteous but bit remote.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

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 11 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Parada

Nogueira
While there might not be top attractions in Nogueira, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Funny City and Maia Zoo.

