Boavista Travel Guide

Porto

An urban landscape with a central monument surrounded by trees and buildings.
A river with a bridge, colorful buildings, and a waterfront with people.
A church with multiple domes silhouetted against a sunset.
A riverside cityscape with historic buildings and a bridge in the background.
A high-speed train crossing a bridge over a river with a cityscape in the background.

Stay near popular Boavista attractions

Casa da Música

8.6/5 (2,191 reviews)
Listen to classical and popular music concerts or dine out in style at one of Portugal’s most modern performance spaces.
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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

฿1,061
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)

฿1,895
per adult
90% 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

฿682
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise
hills covered by agricultural farming in Porto

Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch

฿3,978
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch
Fado by Casa da Guitarra

Fado by Casa da Guitarra

฿644
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Fado by Casa da Guitarra
Porto Indoor Mini Golf Experience with Bar

Porto Indoor Mini Golf Experience with Bar

฿644
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Porto Indoor Mini Golf Experience with Bar
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Top hotels in Boavista

Crowne Plaza Porto by IHG

Crowne Plaza Porto by IHG

5 out of 5
Avenida da Boavista, 1466 Porto
The price is ฿3,835 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿3,835
฿4,673 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly helpful and should be recognized"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Crowne Plaza Porto by IHG
Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory

Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory

5 out of 5
Avenida da Boavista, 1269 Porto
The price is ฿4,158 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿4,158
฿4,636 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Located in an easy accessible area for a ride over to the Porto town."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory
Holiday Inn Express Porto Boavista by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Porto Boavista by IHG

3 out of 5
R.de 5 de Outubro 578. Porto
The price is ฿3,042 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿3,042
฿3,452 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Porto Historic Center and Livraria Lello are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (192 reviews)
"The hotel is very clean and comfortable it’s far away from the main city centre but once you get to know the route of the metro it's very easy to get there. The staff was very helpful. Breakfast was nice."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Express Porto Boavista by IHG
HF Fénix Porto

HF Fénix Porto

4 out of 5
Rua Gonçalo Sampaio, 282 Porto
The price is ฿3,198 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿3,198
฿3,617 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Only one night layover on the way to Paris- wish we could have stayed another night!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

HF Fénix Porto
Portus Cale Hotel

Portus Cale Hotel

4 out of 5
Av. Da Boavista, 1060 Porto
The price is ฿3,296 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿3,296
฿3,721 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (417 reviews)
"The room was amazing with a great view. The staff were helpful from beginning to end. The location is perfect for walking, transit, and driving. Would stay there again for sure"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Portus Cale Hotel
HF Ipanema Porto

HF Ipanema Porto

4 out of 5
Rua do Campo Alegre, 156/172 Porto
The price is ฿3,198 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿3,198
฿3,617 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
HF Ipanema Porto
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Where to stay in Boavista

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

Santa Marinha

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

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