Centro / Baixa Travel Guide

Porto

A cityscape with red-roofed buildings, a large white building, and a green park area.
A stone statue and a historic tower with intricate architecture.
A densely packed urban area with historic buildings and a prominent clock tower.
A historic tower, outdoor seating, and a street with shops.
A historic building with ornate blue and white tiled walls and a large wooden door at the end of a corridor.

Stay near popular Centro / Baixa attractions

A vibrant street lined with colorful buildings and outdoor seating areas with umbrellas.

Ribeira Square

9.2/10 (7,458 reviews)
Perched on the banks of the River Douro, Ribeira Square is one of Porto’s oldest and most exciting districts.
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Things to do

Picture 2 for Activity Porto: Six Bridges Cruise

Porto: Six Bridges Cruise

£15
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Porto: Six Bridges Cruise
From Porto: Viana do Castelo, Braga and Guimarães Day Tour

From Porto: Viana do Castelo, Braga and Guimarães Day Tour

£33
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
From Porto: Viana do Castelo, Braga and Guimarães Day Tour
Porto: 6 Bridges Port Wine River Cruise with 4 Tastings

Porto: 7 Bridges Port Wine River Cruise with 4 Tastings

£38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Porto: 7 Bridges Port Wine River Cruise with 4 Tastings
From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch

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

£46
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch
From Porto: Braga and Guimarães Full-Day Trip

From Porto: Braga & Guimarães Tour with Bom Jesus & Castle

£39
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Porto: Braga & Guimarães Tour with Bom Jesus & Castle
Aveiro: Half-Day Tour from Porto with Cruise

Aveiro Half-Day Tour from Porto with Optional Cruise

£37
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Aveiro Half-Day Tour from Porto with Optional Cruise
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Top hotels in Centro / Baixa

Eurostars Porto Douro

Eurostars Porto Douro

4 out of 5
Avenida Gustavo Eiffel 22 Porto
The price is £80 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£80
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Couldn’t ask for a better view of the river. The location is excellent with an easy walk to Gaia and Porto."

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Eurostars Porto Douro
The Social Hub Porto

The Social Hub Porto

4 out of 5
Praça de Dom João 80 Porto Porto
The price is £58 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£58
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Porto Historic Center and Bolhao ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,093 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Great location"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

The Social Hub Porto
Zero Box Lodge Porto

Zero Box Lodge Porto

3 out of 5
R. do Ateneu Comercial do Porto, 13 Porto Porto
The price is £51 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
£51
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Zero Box Lodge Porto
GA Palace Hotel

GA Palace Hotel

5 out of 5
Rua Alexandre Herculano, 311 Porto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £137 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
£137
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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 breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
GA Palace Hotel
Hotel Moon & Sun Porto

Hotel Moon & Sun Porto

4 out of 5
R. de Sá de Noronha 70 Porto Porto
The price is £89 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
£89
26 Nov - 27 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"clean room and very accomadating staff."

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Hotel Moon & Sun Porto
Cenica Porto Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

Cenica Porto Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

5 out of 5
156 RUA DE GONCALO CRISTOVAO Porto
The price is £90 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£90
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Porto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Bolhao Market and Porto Historic Center ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (181 reviews)
"First night the A/C was broken. We notified front desk and they sent someone up who confirmed A/C was broken and that they would move us to another room. They never did this and after repeated calls to the front desk, they hung up on us. The second night they did move us. Hair dryer didn't work, ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Cenica Porto Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Centro / Baixa

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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 Ribeira Square or Porto Historic Center might round out your trip.

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 Praça da Batalha or Porto Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Batalha-Guindais Stop or Guindais Funicular.

A building with blue and white tilework, a bell tower, and a street sign.
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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 Bolhao Market and Porto City Hall, and jump on the metro at Trindade Station or Bolhao Station to see more of the city.

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 Gaia Cable Car and jump on the metro at Jardim do Morro Station to see more of the city.

A large steel bridge spanning a river, with buildings and a hill in the background.

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.

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