Boavista Travel Guide
Porto
Visit Boavista
Stay near popular Boavista attractions
Things to do
City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras
Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)
Porto Indoor Mini Golf Experience with Bar
Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch
Dino Experience Porto: Immersive Digital Dinosaur Exhibition
Top hotels in Boavista
Crowne Plaza Porto by IHG
"We chose this property because it was the closest to where we needed to be the next day, but I don’t think it’s a particularly charming area for tourists. Super friendly staff."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory
"Very good"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
HF Fénix Porto
"Staff was lovely and room was spacious and comfy. My only comment is on the bathroom door, it doesn't lock and it's clear. My toddler was shouting and watching me from the door while I was sitting on the toilet Ahah apart from that, I recommend."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Jupiter Porto Hotel - Rooftop & Spa
"very nice hotel looks very new clean modern. The room is very spacious great size nice view from the balcony. Staff was very helpful. I went half board and for the evening meal You get a set three course meal which was amazing like Michelin star. I was surprised to see the hotel was fairly quiet ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Express Porto Boavista by IHG
"The place was very nice. We really appreciate the front desk Pietro and Allen and the buffet. It was very nice Christina and a breakfast and I cannot recall her name. The girls in the buffet was very nice all of them really appreciate it. Manager was very nice. Very attentive us nice experience overall ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
HF Tuela Porto
"Usually when visiting Porto for work I stay in one of the HF’s Hotels, this time it was Tuela. Excellent value for money, team could do with some training but all are helpful. Parking needs addressing current issues, lighting was green but displays showing a full park does not add up."
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Boavista
Centro / Baixa
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.
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.
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 Porto Historic Center and Bolhao Market, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.
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.
Santa Marinha
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.
