Boavista Travel Guide
Porto
Popular places to visit
Casa da Música
Listen to classical and popular music concerts or dine out in style at one of Portugal’s most modern performance spaces.
Boavista Square
Explore the great outdoors at Boavista Square, a lovely green space in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the 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.
Things to do
From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch
Aveiro: Half-Day Tour from Porto with Optional Cruise
From Porto: Aveiro, Paiva Walkways, & Suspension Bridge Tour
Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine
Santiago de Compostela Full-Day Tour From Porto
Porto: Daytime or Sunset Douro River Sightseeing Cruise
Top hotels in Boavista
Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Holiday Inn Express Porto Boavista by IHG
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
HF Fénix Porto
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
HF Ipanema Porto
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
HF Tuela Porto
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
The Social Hub Porto
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Boavista
Lapa
While you're strolling through Lapa, you may want to check out the bars and museums. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Lapa Station or Carolina Michaelis Station.
Massarelos
Consider a visit to Porto Historic Center and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Massarelos. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Museu C. Elétrico Stop or Igreja de Massarelos Stop.
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.
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.
Miragaia
Noted for its historical sites and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Miragaia. Top attractions like Porto Historic Center and Rua de Miguel Bombarda are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viriato Stop or Hosp. Sto. António Stop to see more of the city.