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

The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

฿114
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center
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
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
90% of travellers recommend
Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)
Porto Indoor Mini Golf Experience with Bar

Porto Indoor Mini Golf Experience with Bar

฿650
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Porto Indoor Mini Golf Experience with Bar
Dino Experience Porto: Immersive Digital Dinosaur Exhibition

Dino Experience Porto: Immersive Digital Dinosaur Exhibition

฿459
per adult
Dino Experience Porto: Immersive Digital Dinosaur Exhibition
Fado by Casa da Guitarra

Porto: Fado show with Port wine at Casa da Guitarra

฿650
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Porto: Fado show with Port wine at Casa da Guitarra
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Top hotels in Santa Marinha

Hilton Porto Gaia

Hilton Porto Gaia

5 out of 5
Rua Serpa Pinto 124 Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is ฿5,142 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿5,142
฿5,641 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (1,013 reviews)
"This place was very ideal to the local events and downtown Gaia, to catch the gondola, waterfront, etc!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Hilton Porto Gaia
The Rebello Hotel & Spa

The Rebello Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
380 Cais de Gaia Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is ฿9,605 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿9,605
฿10,373 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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. ...
The Rebello Hotel & Spa
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 ฿10,492 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿10,492
฿11,313 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
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 Porto Historic Center ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (206 reviews)
"Tivoli Kopke provides an absolutely stunning property with exceptional customer service! Everything about the accommodations and amenities during our stay was outstanding! We cannot wait to return!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel
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 ฿7,262 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿7,262
฿7,889 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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 ...
Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro
The Yeatman Hotel

The Yeatman Hotel

5 out of 5
Rua do Choupelo (Santa Marinha) Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is ฿16,330 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿16,330
฿17,501 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (784 reviews)
"Room was clean"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

The Yeatman 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 ฿3,389 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿3,389
฿3,784 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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 Porto Historic Center and Matosinhos ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (188 reviews)
"Great location and great place!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Porto River Soul 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 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.

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 Porto Historic Center or Ribeira Square 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 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.

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 Porto Historic Center and Bolhao Market, 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 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.

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