Santa Marinha Travel Guide

Porto

A river with boats, a bridge, and a cityscape with historic buildings.
A river with a bridge, historic buildings, and a cityscape.
A cityscape with a prominent bridge spanning a river, historic buildings, and a waterfront promenade.
A traditional boat named "Quinta dos Canais" docked at a harbor with a cityscape in the background.
A river with boats, a bridge, and buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Santa Marinha attractions

A cellar with wooden barrels stacked on shelves and on the floor.

Sandeman Cellars

8.8/10 (722 reviews)
Delight in the rich flavors of Portugal’s finest Porto wines, marvel at views over Porto and explore historic cellars at this charming 225-year-old port lodge.
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Things to do

The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

£3
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center
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
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)
From Porto: 2 Wine Regions, Farm-to-Table Lunch & Boat

From Porto: 2 Wine Regions, Farm-to-Table Lunch & Boat

£69
per adult
From Porto: 2 Wine Regions, Farm-to-Table Lunch & Boat
Lello Bookstore Regular Entry Ticket

Self-guided tour with included entrance at Lello Bookstore

£27
per adult
Self-guided tour with included entrance at Lello Bookstore
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
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Top hotels in Santa Marinha

Hilton Porto Gaia

Hilton Porto Gaia

5 out of 5
Rua Serpa Pinto 124 Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is £122 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£122
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Location emenities cleaniness"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Hilton Porto Gaia
The Rebello Hotel & Spa

The Rebello Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
380 Cais de Gaia Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is £174 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
£174
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (372 reviews)
"Helpful staff that accommodated our early check-in and upgraded our room to a suite facing the river. Grateful for the top notch service of the staff. Everyone is professional, helpful and friendly. Willing to go the extra mile to assist - from valet parking, luggages, spa. Being in the service industry, ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

The Rebello Hotel & Spa
Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel

Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel

5 out of 5
Rua do Barão de Forrester, 69 Vila Nova de Gaia Porto
The price is £250 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
£250
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Porto Historic Center ...
Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel
Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro

Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro

4 out of 5
1 Rua do Casino da Ponte Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is £148 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£148
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Hotel Vincci Ponte de Ferro
The Yeatman Hotel

The Yeatman Hotel

5 out of 5
Rua do Choupelo (Santa Marinha) Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is £364 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
£364
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (785 reviews)
"Room was clean"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

The Yeatman Hotel
Porto River Soul Hotel

Porto River Soul Hotel

4 out of 5
95 Rua do General Torres Vila Nova de Gaia Santa Marinha
The price is £89 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£89
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Porto Historic Center and Matosinhos ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (194 reviews)
"The hotel was gorgeous, staff were extremely helpful, and the location was wonderful. We only had one night here and wished we had more time to make the most of the amenities."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Porto River Soul Hotel
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Where to stay in Santa Marinha

Find the best Santa Marinha areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Santa Marinha
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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 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 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 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 Porto Historic Center or Livraria Lello, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Guilherme Gomes Fernandes Stop or Carmo Stop.

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