Rua de Santa Catarina Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Chapel of Souls
Find out about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you take a trip to Chapel of Souls. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
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 waterfront.
Ribeira Square
Perched on the banks of the River Douro, Ribeira Square is one of Porto’s oldest and most exciting districts.
Porto Cathedral
This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting.
Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira with a trip to Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Livraria Lello
During your visit to Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Livraria Lello. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch
Douro Valley Wine Tour: 3 Vineyard Visits, Wine Tastings, Lunch
City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras
Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto
Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise
Day Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela and Valença
Top hotels in Rua de Santa Catarina
Santa Catarina FLH Suites
The hotel location was excellent--very close to everything. The hotel itself had great service and was clean and high quality. However, there is NO lift in this hotel so the two flights from the street to reception and another flight up to the room was a bit of a hardship for seniors. The reception ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Fontinha Porto, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Great hotel. Staff very helpful
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Grande Hotel do Porto
the breakfast buffet was excellent , hotel bar is very cozy and has a great bartender who makes an excellent port tonic.
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels
I stayed at this hotel for my birthday last week and enjoyed my time there. The only issue that I had with the hotel was the spotty Wi-Fi. It was great in the lobby but in my room, it would disconnect frequently.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Eurostars Porto Douro
The best part was the location. Walking distance from everywhere, right before the tunnel which is where the traffic begins. Will stay here again. Breakfast buffet pastries are great. Sometimes they have passion fruit.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
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
Other neighbourhoods around Rua de Santa Catarina
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.
Cedofeita
Waterfront views, gardens and coffee shops highlight some notable features of Cedofeita. Make a stop by Porto Historic Center or Casa da Música while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lapa Station or Carolina Michaelis Station to get around town.
União de Freguesias do Centro
União de Freguesias do Centro 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 Lapa Station or Trindade Station.
Bonfim
Noted for its cafes and river views, there's plenty to explore in Bonfim. Top attractions like Porto Historic Center and Duoro River are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Campo 24 Agosto Station or Heroísmo Station 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.
