Magarão
Vila Nova de Gaia
Popular places to visit
St. Ignatius Zoo
Visit the animals who live at St. Ignatius Zoo during your trip to Avintes. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Sandeman Cellars
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.
Cais de Gaia
You can find out about the history of Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada with a trip to Cais de Gaia.
Senhor da Pedra Chapel
Learn about the local history of Gulpilhares e Valadares with a stop at Senhor da Pedra Chapel. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
El Corte Inglés de Gaia
During your visit to Mafamude e Vilar do Paraíso, you can do some window-shopping at El Corte Inglés de Gaia. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Gaia Cable Car
You can take time to visit Gaia Cable Car during your travels to Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras
Discover Porto's Highlights on a 2-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk
Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto
Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car
Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River
Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch
Top hotels in Magarão
Porto Palácio Hotel by The Editory
Great hotel, great value. Only thing letting it down is the breakfast (not good value) and the “spa” facilities, the pool and jacuzzi were very dated. Other than that the people were all really nice and helpful, the room was great size and comfy bed.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Eurostars Aliados
Lovely place to stay! Super central location for walking and the metro. Mattresses were hard, but that has been true for all the hotels in Portugal. The highlight was the pool sequence (included 1x per day) with the sensory shower, Turkish bath, sauna, and pool. My 13 yo son was crazy for it, but ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Zero Box Lodge Porto
It's definitely a place to stay in porto. Central to just about all you could want. But remember it is a box hotel, but saying that, one of the best I've stayed in. Most definitely would come back.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto
great place for an incredible price and is on my list if ever I need to stay in Porto and travelling out as it's about a 10mins walk to the airport.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hilton Porto Gaia
Great
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hotel Jaguar Oporto – is Near the Metro, has Free Parking and a Free Shuttle Service between the Airport and the Hotel from 7AM to 8PM
Loved the hotel. Very safe and clean rooms. Very friendly staff. Restaurant is also available for breakfast or lunch/dinner. Very nicely located, 5mins walk to Metro station and has free parking in a private area which makes it safe for the car as well.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Magarão
Carvalhos
When in Carvalhos, you can plan a visit to St. Ignatius Zoo and El Corte Inglés de Gaia, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Serzedo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Serzedo and surrounding area, you can visit Senhor da Pedra Chapel and Espinho Beach.
