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

City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour, 2 Walking Tours & Extras

City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras

Rp569.146
per adult
City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras
Discover Porto's Highlights on a 2-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk

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

Rp1.077.313
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

Rp1.422.663
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car
Wine Venture and Boat Trip in Douro Valley from Porto

Wine Venture and Boat Trip in Douro Valley from Porto

Rp3.353.898
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Venture and Boat Trip in Douro Valley from Porto
Porto Full Day City Tour Wine Tasting and Six Bridges Cruise

Porto Full Day City Tour Wine Tasting and Six Bridges Cruise

Rp1.300.906
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Porto Full Day City Tour Wine Tasting and Six Bridges Cruise
hills covered by agricultural farming in Porto

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

Rp2.134.299
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 Rp2.598.804 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp2.598.804
Rp2.857.276 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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! (984 reviews)
"clean room."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 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 Rp5.509.259 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp5.509.259
Rp5.942.403 total
3 Aug - 4 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! (359 reviews)
"This is one of the best hotels we've ever stayed in. The location is a reasonable distance from the busy city of Porto over the river, while still being very accessible on the Gaia side, near the port wine cellars. We booked a studio room overlooking the Douro River with a stunning balcony view of ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 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 Rp5.165.877 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp5.165.877
Rp5.578.373 total
1 Aug - 2 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 Ribeira Square and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (198 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel, it’s new and nice and one of the greater pools with view. The only thing is the logistics design of the hotel needs some learning of navigating all the elevators to go to each area, but it is also its charm i guess."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

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 Rp2.666.134 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp2.666.134
Rp2.928.646 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"The perfect location either perfect amenities. One of our best experiences in a hotel"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

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 Rp9.122.513 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
Rp9.122.513
Rp9.772.408 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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! (769 reviews)
"Everything was to Perfection."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 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 Rp1.632.258 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
Rp1.632.258
Rp1.833.176 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
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 Ribeira Square and Porto Historic ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (166 reviews)
"Good hotel, brilliant service"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 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.
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 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.

Santa Marinha Travel Guide