São Nicolau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Church of Sao Francisco which includes a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture
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Popular places to visit

Ribeira Square featuring a monument, a square or plaza and café scenes

Ribeira Square

Perched on the banks of the River Douro, Ribeira Square is one of Porto’s oldest and most exciting districts.

Ribeira Square
Stock Exchange Palace

Stock Exchange Palace

You can browse the exhibits at Stock Exchange Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Stock Exchange Palace
Church of Sao Francisco featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Church of Sao Francisco

See the stunning gold-coated interior, ancient religious artifacts and fascinating catacombs of one of Portugal’s most beautiful churches.

Church of Sao Francisco

Ferreira Borges Market

During your visit to Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, you can do some window-shopping at Ferreira Borges Market. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.

Ferreira Borges Market

Infante Henrique Monument

Learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you spend time at Infante Henrique Monument. Amble around this romantic area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.

Infante Henrique Monument

Instituto dos Vhinos do Douro e do Porto

You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória with a stop at Instituto dos Vhinos do Douro e do Porto. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.

Instituto dos Vhinos do Douro e do Porto

Activities

Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine

AU$36
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine
Ribeira and Ponte d'Arrábida

Porto Heritage Night Tour With Fado Show And Dinner Included

AU$142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Porto Heritage Night Tour With Fado Show And Dinner Included
Picture 1 for Activity Porto: Historical Center Walking Tour

Porto: Historical Center Walking Tour

AU$50
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Porto: Historical Center Walking Tour
Porto Sightseeing Bus

Hop On Hop Off Bus Combos

AU$48
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Hop On Hop Off Bus Combos
Ribeira

The Best Douro Boat Tour

AU$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Best Douro Boat Tour
Porto: 6 Bridges Douro River Cruise

Porto: 6 Bridges Douro River Cruise

AU$36
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Porto: 6 Bridges Douro River Cruise
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Our pick of the best São Nicolau Hotel Deals

Memoria Porto FLH Hotels

Memoria Porto FLH Hotels

4 out of 5
2 Rua de São Francisco, Porto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$220 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
AU$220
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (993 reviews)
"Perfect price point and super accessible to premier parts of the city."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Memoria Porto FLH Hotels
Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site

Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site

5 out of 5
Praca da Ribeira, 1, Porto
The price is AU$429 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$429
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"On our first visit to Porto, we chose this hotel for its location, charm and history. At check-in, we were offered exactly the room accommodation we had reserved but we were not entirely happy with it. The front desk professional, Leonardo, immediately responded with an amazing swap for a room that ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Pestana Vintage Porto Hotel & World Heritage Site
The Editory House Ribeira Porto Hotel

The Editory House Ribeira Porto Hotel

4 out of 5
Rua Infante Dom Henrique, 26, Porto
The price is AU$231 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$231
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice location, but can be loud as we have motorcycles roaring outside our window at night. Also the rooms don’t have all the amenities, like milk/creamer for coffees and it was challenge to obtain that for morning coffee. Staff were very friendly."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

The Editory House Ribeira Porto Hotel
Exmo Hotel by Olivia

Exmo Hotel by Olivia

4 out of 5
Rua do Infante D. Henrique 55-61, Porto
The price is AU$272 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$272
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (287 reviews)
"The hotel is well kept, very good location and the staff was phenomenal. The rooms are well kept and clean. Breakfast was delicious. I highly recommend it and definitely I would stay there again. All the good reviews are legit"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Exmo Hotel by Olivia
ICON Duplo Ribeira

ICON Duplo Ribeira

4 out of 5
104, Rua de São João, Porto, Porto
The price is AU$261 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$261
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (282 reviews)
"The location could not be better. Staff were exemplary. Included breakfast was great. Reccommend without reservation."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

ICON Duplo Ribeira
Oca Ribeira do Porto AT

Oca Ribeira do Porto AT

3 out of 5
Rua de São João 9-21, Porto, Porto
The price is AU$221 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$221
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Porto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (382 reviews)
"Location was excellent parking is terrible"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Oca Ribeira do Porto AT
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Other neighbourhoods around São Nicolau

Ribeira Square featuring a monument, a square or plaza and café scenes

Ribeira

The ample dining options and beautiful river views are top of the list for many visitors to Ribeira. A stop by Porto Historic Center or Ribeira Square might round out your trip.

Ribeira
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Miragaia

Noted for its historical sites and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Miragaia. Top attractions like Porto Historic Center and Rua de Miguel Bombarda are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viriato Stop or Hosp. Sto. António Stop to see more of the city.

Miragaia
Porto showing a small town or village and a city

Vitória

While you're in Vitória, take in top sights like Porto Historic Center or Livraria Lello, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Guilherme Gomes Fernandes Stop or Carmo Stop.

Vitória
Dom Luis I Bridge showing a bridge

Sé

If you're spending time in Sé, check out sights like Porto Historic Center or Praça da Batalha and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.

Sé
Sandeman Cellars featuring heritage architecture and interior views

Santa Marinha

4/5(4 area reviews)

While you're in Santa Marinha, take in top sights like Porto Historic Center and jump on the metro at Jardim do Morro Station to see more of the city.

Santa Marinha
Porto showing a small town or village and a city

Centro / Baixa

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

Centro / Baixa is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Porto Historic Center and Porto City Hall. 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

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