Visit Leca da Palmeira
Popular places to visit
Piscina das Mares
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Piscina das Mares during your travels in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
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
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
9 days Camino De Santiago Private Tour Route From Oporto
Porto Full Day City Tour Wine Tasting and Six Bridges Cruise
Experience Porto's Charm: 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Leca da Palmeira
The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels
The room was spotlessly clean. Hotel is very pleasant. And a good breakfast. Would stay again Loads of on-street parking around the hotel. Free from 1900 -0900 the next day
Reviewed on 1 Nov, 2025
Eurostars Porto Douro
Location is great
Reviewed on 1 Nov, 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
Stay Hotel Porto Aeroporto
Walk to airport. Didn't do breakfast
Reviewed on 31 Oct, 2025
GA Palace Hotel
Clean rooms. Staff very friendly. Breakfast buffet is very good.
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
The Social Hub Porto
The room was so comfortable, large, clean, modern and the bed was huge and comfortable. There was a great drinks station for coffee in the room. The staff were so friendly and helpful. There was activities on to get involved with and the location was central. Most importantly the rooms were quiet, ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Leca da Palmeira
Matosinhos Centro
While you're in Matosinhos Centro, take in top sights like Matosinhos Beach or Leixoes Sea Port, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Camara de Matosinhos Station or Senhor de Matosinhos Station.
Foz do Douro
Foz do Douro is well liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Ingleses Beach and Luz Beach are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Passeio Alegre Stop or Cantareira Stop to get around.
Boavista
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Boavista. Spend some time visiting top spots like Casa da Música, and catch the metro at Casa da Música Station or Carolina Michaelis Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
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.
