Rua de Santa Catarina Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Chapel of Souls
Find out about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you take a trip to Chapel of Souls. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Porto Historic Center
You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you stop by Porto Historic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Ribeira Square
Perched on the banks of the River Douro, Ribeira Square is one of Porto’s oldest and most exciting districts.
Porto Cathedral
This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting.
Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira with a trip to Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Dom Luis I Bridge
Enjoy fantastic city views from this fine old bridge and admire its intricate ironwork, reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras
Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto
The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center
Historic Porto by Private Electric Tuk Tuk to Top Landmarks
Porto Airport (OPO): to/from the Oriente Station in Lisbon
Porto: National Museum Soares dos Reis E-Ticket & City Tour
Top hotels in Rua de Santa Catarina
Grande Hotel do Porto
Friendly staffs, nice centralized location, decent breakfast, good shower water, grande as its name with nice decorations, very enjoyable stay
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Santa Catarina FLH Suites
Fantastic location. Very warm, welcoming and helpful staff, on arrival and throughout the stay. Room was clean and comfortable, although quite small, especially when breakfast is taken in the room. However, this would not put me off staying here again.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Pur Oporto Boutique Hotel by Actahotels
Everything was excellent, the only issue was that there was only coffee available in the room, no facilities for tea, had to pay €2 for a Luke warm tea.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels
Fantastic place to stay, and so modern and clean!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Eurostars Porto Douro
Clean. GREAT LOCATION!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
One of the nicest hotels we have stayed at in Europe. It had a local of local flavor in the rooms and hallways. It is a very central location. Everything was easy and smooth.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Rua de Santa Catarina
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 Holy Trinity Church and Bolhao Market, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.
Centro / Baixa
Centro / Baixa is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Holy Trinity Church 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.
Cedofeita
Waterfront views, gardens and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Cedofeita. Make a stop by Porto Historic Center or Boavista Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lapa Station or Carolina Michaelis Station to get around town.
União de Freguesias do Centro
União de Freguesias do Centro is highly notable for its stunning river views, and you might want to visit top sights like Holy Trinity Church and Porto City Hall. See more of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória by jumping on the metro at Lapa Station or Trindade Station.
Bonfim
Noted for its cafes and river views, there's plenty to explore in Bonfim. Top attractions like Porto Historic Center and Duoro River are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Campo 24 Agosto Station or Heroísmo Station to see more of the city.
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.
