São Nicolau Travel Guide

Porto

Dom Luis I Bridge featuring street scenes, a bridge and a river or creek
Dom Luis I Bridge showing a bridge, a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and a coastal town
Dom Luis I Bridge which includes a river or creek and a bridge
Church of Sao Francisco featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture
Dom Luis I Bridge showing night scenes, a bridge and a bay or harbour

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in São Nicolau

Exmo Hotel by Olivia

Exmo Hotel by Olivia

4 out of 5
Rua do Infante D. Henrique 55-61 Porto
The price is ฿2,609 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
฿2,609
฿2,984 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (373 reviews)
Wonderful Hotel, Staff and location ♥️ we will be back for sure

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Exmo Hotel by Olivia
Porto River

Porto River

4 out of 5
Rua dos Canastreiros, 50 Porto
The price is ฿4,290 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
฿4,290
฿4,766 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (507 reviews)
The location of this hotel is simply incredible! It is right on the river. We had a room facing the river with a wall of windows and the views are breathtaking. We also had lunch and drinks outside at their bar and loved it. The staff was also very helpful and arranged our transportation from and ...

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Porto River
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 ฿5,462 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
฿5,462
฿6,008 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Only the best

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

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

Memoria Porto FLH Hotels

4 out of 5
2 Rua de São Francisco Porto
The price is ฿2,945 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
฿2,945
฿3,341 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,015 reviews)
Great place to stay

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Memoria Porto FLH Hotels
Hotel Carris Porto Ribeira

Hotel Carris Porto Ribeira

4 out of 5
Rua do Infante D. Henrique, 1 Porto
The price is ฿2,456 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
฿2,456
฿2,822 total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
There was not a breakfast option, but this hotel was in the perfect location to walk to coffee, pastries, brunch! All the staff was so nice-the bartender made small talk with us, the staff at the desk was so helpful, especially when we needed a room past check out so my daughter and fiancé could ...

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Hotel Carris Porto Ribeira
Guest House Douro

Guest House Douro

4 out of 5
R. da Fonte Taurina 99 Porto Porto
The price is ฿3,720 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
฿3,720
฿4,162 total
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (409 reviews)
Great clean rooms, and best staff...

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Guest House Douro
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Other neighbourhoods around São Nicolau

Ribeira Square featuring a monument, a square or plaza and a fountain

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.

Ribeira
Porto showing a city and a small town or village

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.

Vitória
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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
Dom Luis I Bridge featuring a bridge

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.

Sandeman Cellars showing heritage architecture and interior views

Santa Marinha

4.5/5(50 area reviews)

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

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

Centro / Baixa

4.5/5(587 area reviews)

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.

Centro / Baixa


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