Santa Marinha Travel Guide

Porto

A river with boats, a bridge, and a cityscape with historic buildings.
A river with a bridge, historic buildings, and a cityscape.
A cityscape with a prominent bridge spanning a river, historic buildings, and a waterfront promenade.
A traditional boat named "Quinta dos Canais" docked at a harbor with a cityscape in the background.
A river with boats, a bridge, and buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Santa Marinha attractions

A cellar with wooden barrels stacked on shelves and on the floor.

Sandeman Cellars

8.8/10 (722 reviews)
Delight in the rich flavors of Portugal’s finest Porto wines, marvel at views over Porto and explore historic cellars at this charming 225-year-old port lodge.
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Things to do

City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour, 2 Walking Tours & Extras

City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras

฿1,070
per adult
City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras
Lello Bookstore Regular Entry Ticket

Self-guided tour with included entrance at Lello Bookstore

฿1,128
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Self-guided tour with included entrance at Lello Bookstore
From Porto: Viana do Castelo, Braga and Guimarães Day Tour

From Porto: Viana do Castelo, Braga and Guimarães Day Tour

฿1,873
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Porto: Viana do Castelo, Braga and Guimarães Day Tour
Discover Porto's Highlights on a 2-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk

Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)

฿2,026
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)
Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise

Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise

฿688
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise
Dino Experience Porto: Immersive Digital Dinosaur Exhibition

Dino Experience Porto: Immersive Digital Dinosaur Exhibition

฿459
per adult
Dino Experience Porto: Immersive Digital Dinosaur Exhibition
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Top hotels in Santa Marinha

The Rebello Hotel & Spa

The Rebello Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
380 Cais de Gaia Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is ฿13,818 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿13,818
฿14,877 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (406 reviews)
"This property is well appointed, well kept and beautifully designed. The view from the hotel is exceptional, especially from the rooftop. The staff were helpful, attentive and made great recommendations for places to visit. I indulged in a deep tissue massage, and the spa itself, and the treatment ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

The Rebello Hotel & Spa
Hilton Porto Gaia

Hilton Porto Gaia

5 out of 5
Rua Serpa Pinto 124 Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is ฿5,804 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿5,804
฿6,344 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay. Everything was great. Thank you"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Hilton Porto Gaia
Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro

Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro

4 out of 5
1 Rua do Casino da Ponte Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is ฿7,659 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿7,659
฿8,348 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place Good service"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro
Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel

Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel

5 out of 5
Rua do Barão de Forrester, 69 Vila Nova de Gaia Porto
The price is ฿13,222 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿13,222
฿14,245 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ribeira Square and ...
Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel
Porto River Soul Hotel

Porto River Soul Hotel

4 out of 5
95 Rua do General Torres Vila Nova de Gaia Santa Marinha
The price is ฿4,119 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿4,119
฿4,595 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dom Luis I Bridge and Ribeira ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (231 reviews)
"Wonderful stay! Helpful & friendly staff, clean, great location."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Porto River Soul Hotel
The Yeatman Hotel

The Yeatman Hotel

5 out of 5
Rua do Choupelo (Santa Marinha) Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is ฿16,362 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿16,362
฿17,573 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Yeatman Hotel
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Where to stay in Santa Marinha

Find the best Santa Marinha areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with red-roofed buildings, a large white building, and a green park area.

Centro / Baixa

Centro / Baixa is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Porto City Hall and Bolhao Market. See more of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória by jumping on the metro at Trindade Station or Aliados Station.

A river with boats, a bridge, and a cityscape with historic buildings.

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.

A river with a bridge, a sailboat, and a cityscape with red-roofed buildings.

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.

A historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and statues.
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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 Bolhao Market and Porto City Hall, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.

A large steel bridge spanning a river, with buildings and a hill in the background.

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.

Santa Marinha Travel Guide