Take in the riverside beauty of Sao Nicolau
Enjoy the area's history, monuments and cathedral and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Sao Nicolau. This welcoming city is known for its riverfront, local tours and sightseeing. If you need more space to accommodate a family vacation or friends trip, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Sightseeing in and around Sao Nicolau
Are you hoping to find top things to see and do during your stay? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that makes Sao Nicolau a fun place to get away. These are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Sandeman Cellars (0.3 mi / 0.5 km)
- Lavadores Beach (3 mi / 4.8 km)
- Ingleses Beach (3.3 mi / 5.4 km)
- Luz Beach (3.4 mi / 5.5 km)
- SEA LIFE Porto (4.2 mi / 6.7 km)
- St. Ignatius Zoo (5.1 mi / 8.2 km)
Exploring the natural features in Sao Nicolau
Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Sao Nicolau is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Crystal Palace Gardens (0.7 mi / 1.1 km)
- Boavista Square (1.3 mi / 2.2 km)
- Lavadores Beach (3 mi / 4.8 km)
- Ingleses Beach (3.3 mi / 5.4 km)
- Luz Beach (3.4 mi / 5.5 km)
- Cidade do Porto Park (3.7 mi / 6 km)
How to get to and around Sao Nicolau
Fly into Porto Airport (OPO), the closest airport, located 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from the city center.
You might consider catching a ride on the metro at Infante Stop for ease of access to the rest of the city.