Lavra Travel Guide
Matosinhos
Popular places to visit
Norte Shopping
During your visit to São Mamede de Infesta e Senhora da Hora, you can do some window-shopping at Norte Shopping. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Leixoes Sea Port
Explore the waterfront in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira with a trip to Leixoes Sea Port. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.
EXPONOR - Porto International Fair
After visiting EXPONOR - Porto International Fair, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Piscina das Mares
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Piscina das Mares during your travels in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Leça do Balio Monastery
Leça do Balio Monastery is just one of the places to see in Custóias, Leça do Balio e Guifões, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
MAR Shopping
During your visit to Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira, you can enjoy retail therapy at MAR Shopping. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras
Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)
From Porto: Viana do Castelo, Braga and Guimarães Day Tour
Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise
Porto : Charm Cruise with Porto Wine, Sunset option
Porto Indoor Mini Golf Experience with Bar
Top hotels in Lavra
The Social Hub Porto
"Great hotel and very central."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto
"Very nice place with meals and snacks. Easy to go at the airport at walking."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Porto by IHG
"The properties was in great condition, excellent and helpful staff. The restaurant food was excellent. Great location, 10 minutes from city center."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Zero Box Lodge Porto
"Great location. Friendly and helpful staff. Room has everything you need for a quick getaway."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Se Catedral Hotel Porto, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
"Luiz at the front desk was amazingly compassionate, kind, and helpful. We arrived with a big problem to solve and he was instrumental in the solution. The location is very central, across from the Cathedral, but even on the second floor noise was not a problem. The room faces west and sunsets over ..."
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Sheraton Porto Hotel & Spa
"Staff is very helpful and kind. Rooms were great. Parking on site . Not in the city center so very quiet."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Where to stay in Lavra
Matosinhos Centro
While you're in Matosinhos Centro, take in top sights like Matosinhos Beach or Leixoes Sea Port, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Camara de Matosinhos Station or Senhor de Matosinhos Station.
Leca da Palmeira
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Leca da Palmeira. You might want to make time for a stop at EXPONOR - Porto International Fair or Piscina das Mares.
Senhora da Hora
When in Senhora da Hora and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Norte Shopping or Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Senhora da Hora Station or Sete Bicas Station.
Leca Do Balio
When in Leca Do Balio and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Funny City or Maia Zoo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Leça do Balio Station or Araujo Station.
São Mamede de Infesta
Even though there aren't top sights in São Mamede de Infesta, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Funny City. Jump on the metro at São Mamede de Infesta Station to see more of the city.
