Maia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with a swimming pool, rocky shoreline, and houses along the street.
A coastal town with houses on a cliff overlooking the ocean.
A church with blue and white patterned tiles, a bell tower, and a cross at the top.
An airport interior with a high ceiling, glass panels, and directional signs.
A modern building with a glass facade and a pool area.

Where to stay in Maia

Find the best Maia areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Maia
Learn more about Maia
A beach with a small building on a rock, waves crashing onto the shore, and people scattered across the sand.

Moreira

When in Moreira and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Maia Zoo or EXPONOR - Porto International Fair and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Pedras Rubra Station or Verdes Station.

A group of sheep grazing near a tree on a paved area with a bridge in the background.
Photo by András Herczog
Open Photo by András Herczog

Nogueira

While there might not be top attractions in Nogueira, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Funny City and Maia Zoo.

Parada

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parada and surrounding area, you can visit Dragao Stadium and Norte Shopping.

Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto

Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto

3 out of 5
Rua Vasconcelos Costa, 466, Maia
The price is £60 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£60
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Maia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"Il n’y a pas de petit réfrigérateur dans la chambre."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto
AP Aeroporto Porto

AP Aeroporto Porto

4 out of 5
Rua do Hotel Pedras Rubras, 99 Maia
The price is £72 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£72
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Maia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

AP Aeroporto Porto
Oporto Airport & Business Hotel

Oporto Airport & Business Hotel

4 out of 5
Rua Casimiro Albano Monteiro, 35 Maia Porto
The price is £67 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£67
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Maia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Oporto Airport & Business Hotel
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Spot Family Apartments

Spot Family Apartments

3 out of 5
Rua do Bolhão, 109 Porto Porto
Stay at this aparthotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Spot Family Apartments
Oca Ribeira do Porto AT

Oca Ribeira do Porto AT

3 out of 5
Rua de São João 9-21 Porto Porto
Stay at this apartment in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (510 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Oca Ribeira do Porto AT
Gaia Residence

Gaia Residence

4 out of 5
Rua Diogo Macedo, 220 Vila Nova de Gaia
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (286 reviews)
"The swimming pool was under renovation for the entire stay of 1 week, with the alternative offered being too far. The purpose of reserving a hotel with a pool while traveling with kids, was pointless. Unfortunately, no refund was provided either."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Gaia Residence
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Stay near popular Maia attractions

Maia Zoo

8.0/10 (16 reviews)
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Maia Zoo during your holiday in Cidade da Maia? Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront and enjoy its lively bars.
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Things to do

Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car

Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car

£60
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car
Porto: 6 Bridges Douro River Cruise

Porto: 6 Bridges Douro River Cruise

£17
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Porto: 6 Bridges Douro River Cruise
hills covered by agricultural farming in Porto

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

£90
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch
The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

£1
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center
Discover Porto's Highlights on a 2-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk

Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)

£45
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)
From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch

From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch

£47
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch
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Cities near Maia

A river with a bridge, a tree, and buildings in the background.

Porto

Seaside district. Porto, Portugal

Matosinhos

A calm river with several boats anchored near a bridge.

Gondomar

A park with a statue, benches, palm trees, and a building with a red roof in the background.

Vila do Conde

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