Sao Nicolau Travel Guide
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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
Rich with history, Stock Exchange Palace is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Church of Sao Francisco
See the stunning gold-coated interior, ancient religious artifacts and fascinating catacombs of one of Portugal’s most beautiful churches.
Porto Historic Center
You can learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you make a stop at a top site such as Porto Historic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Porto Cathedral
This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting.
Casa da Música
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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Other neighbourhoods around Sao 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 Parque das Virtudes 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 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.
Sé
If you're spending time in Sé, check out sights like Porto Cathedral or Porto Historic Center 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 Porto Historic Center 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.