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

8.6/10 (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

Discover Porto's Highlights on a 2-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk

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

£46
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Discover Porto & Gaia Highlights by Private Tuk Tuk (2–4H)
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
Enjoy our private boat trip in Douro Valley

Wine Venture and Boat Trip in Douro Valley from Porto

£142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Venture and Boat Trip in Douro Valley from Porto
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
Porto: Douro River Boat Cruise with Port Wine and Snacks

Porto: Douro River Boat Cruise with Port Wine and Snacks

£39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Porto: Douro River Boat Cruise with Port Wine and Snacks
Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River

Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River

£16
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River
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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 £105 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
£105
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! (1,002 reviews)
"The restaurant and bar first class. Food was excellent and staff was nice and friendly to talk to."

Reviewed on 27 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 £99 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£99
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Excellent choice, and great location"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 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 £76 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£76
31 Jul - 1 Aug
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 Matosinhos Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (198 reviews)
"The place was very nice. We really appreciate the front desk Pietro and Allen and the buffet. It was very nice Christina and a breakfast and I cannot recall her name. The girls in the buffet was very nice all of them really appreciate it. Manager was very nice. Very attentive us nice experience overall ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 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 £86 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£86
27 Jul - 28 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)
"We had a great stay! The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout our visit. Anytime we needed extra supplies, a quick call to the front desk was all it took—they brought everything up right away. One of the highlights was how knowledgeable ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

HF Fénix Porto
Jupiter Porto Hotel - Rooftop & Spa

Jupiter Porto Hotel - Rooftop & Spa

4 out of 5
Rua Júlio Dinis, #657 Porto
The price is £116 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
£116
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Porto Historic Center and Livraria Lello are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
"Great service , lovely pool, nice breakfast . Clean and cool bedroom with large comfy bed . I would stay here again ."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Jupiter Porto Hotel - Rooftop & Spa
HF Ipanema Porto

HF Ipanema Porto

4 out of 5
Rua do Campo Alegre, 156/172 Porto
The price is £81 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£81
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean, spacious rooms , very comfortable, and very close to main attractions"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

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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