São Nicolau Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit São Nicolau
Popular places to visit
Ribeira Square
Perched on the banks of the River Douro, Ribeira Square is one of Porto’s oldest and most exciting districts.
Stock Exchange Palace
You can browse the exhibits at Stock Exchange Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Church of Sao Francisco
See the stunning gold-coated interior, ancient religious artifacts and fascinating catacombs of one of Portugal’s most beautiful churches.
Ferreira Borges Market
During your visit to Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, you can do some window-shopping at Ferreira Borges Market. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Infante Henrique Monument
Learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you spend time at Infante Henrique Monument. Amble around this romantic area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Instituto dos Vhinos do Douro e do Porto
You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória with a stop at Instituto dos Vhinos do Douro e do Porto. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine
Porto: Historical Center Walking Tour
Porto Heritage Night Tour With Fado Show And Dinner Included
Porto: 6 Bridges Douro River Cruise
Other neighbourhoods around São Nicolau
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.
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.
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.
Sé
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.
Santa Marinha
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.
Centro / Baixa
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.