Sé Travel Guide
Porto





Popular places to visit

Porto Cathedral
This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting.

Fernandina Wall
You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória with a stop at Fernandina Wall.

Santa Clara Church
You can find out about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you stop by Santa Clara Church. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Praça da Batalha
You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you stop by Praça da Batalha. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.
Ponte Infante D. Henrique
You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória with a visit to Ponte Infante D. Henrique. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Dom Pedro V
You can find out about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória with a visit to Dom Pedro V. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do

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

Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença

Complete Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch, Wine Tastings and River Cruise

Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Tour from Porto with Boat Ride

Porto Full Day City Tour Wine Tasting and Six Bridges Cruise

Porto: Douro Valley Tour with Lunch, Boat Cruise & Tastings
Top hotels in Sé

Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
The breakfast menu was outstanding! The room was clean The bartender was not friendly all 4 days we were there. The drinks were not good. The food for dinner in the restaurant was horrible. The beef was so tough and there were no steak knives. Cutting it with a butter knife was impossible. It ruined ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Eurostars Porto Douro
Location is great
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

GA Palace Hotel
Clean rooms. Staff very friendly. Breakfast buffet is very good.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG
Nice big bathroom, a nice surprise in Europe. The location was also perfect, everything very walkable. The concierge at the hotel was extremely friendly and a great source of information for us during our stay.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

NH Collection Porto Batalha
The room was very good. But the staff would not even acknowledge us when we walked by
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Pousada Porto - Rua das Flores
It was the perfect location! Lovely hotel!
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sé

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.

São Nicolau
Visitors to São Nicolau love its stunning river views, and you can check out Porto Historic Center and Stock Exchange Palace. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Infante Stop.

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.

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.

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.

Rua de Santa Catarina
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Rua de Santa Catarina. If sightseeing is on the list, Porto Historic Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Bolhao Station or Marcolino Santa Catarina Stop to see more of the area.
