Guidebook Vila Nova de Gaia
Must see! :)
In Jardim do Morro in V. N. de Gaia is where we have one of the best views of the city of Porto, the Douro River, the Luiz I Bridge and the sunset.
123 locals recommend
Garden of Morro
Jardim do MorroIn Jardim do Morro in V. N. de Gaia is where we have one of the best views of the city of Porto, the Douro River, the Luiz I Bridge and the sunset.
The building is on the opposite side of Porto's Douro River, overlooking the Luís I Bridge and Porto's Historic Center.
175 locals recommend
Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar
Largo AvizThe building is on the opposite side of Porto's Douro River, overlooking the Luís I Bridge and Porto's Historic Center.
The Gaia Cable Car, in operation since 2011, is a different way to give tourists a panoramic view of Vila Nova de Gaia!
84 locals recommend
Teleférico de Gaia - Estação Cais de Gaia
331 Av. de Ramos PintoThe Gaia Cable Car, in operation since 2011, is a different way to give tourists a panoramic view of Vila Nova de Gaia!
In the coastal village of Miramar, in Gulpilhares, Vila Nova de Gaia, is a small chapel, built on top of a rock, facing away from the sea.
59 locals recommend
Capela do Senhor da Pedra
Alameda do Senhor da PedraIn the coastal village of Miramar, in Gulpilhares, Vila Nova de Gaia, is a small chapel, built on top of a rock, facing away from the sea.
WOW - World of Wine compiles the history, magic, and emotions behind Portuguese wine, the ritual of drinking, and the cork industry.
75 locals recommend
The World of Wine
39 Rua do ChoupeloWOW - World of Wine compiles the history, magic, and emotions behind Portuguese wine, the ritual of drinking, and the cork industry.
It is a kind of secret belvedere, near the Serra do Pilar, in Vila Nova de Gaia, and next to the D. Luís I bridge.
27 locals recommend
Miradouro da Serra do Pilar
Largo AvizIt is a kind of secret belvedere, near the Serra do Pilar, in Vila Nova de Gaia, and next to the D. Luís I bridge.
Cais de Gaia is a tourist area of esplanades, restaurants, and bars, located on the left bank of the Douro River in Vila Nova de Gaia, opposite the historic area of Porto, a Unesco World Heritage Site in Portugal.
340 locals recommend
Cais de Gaia
Cais de GaiaCais de Gaia is a tourist area of esplanades, restaurants, and bars, located on the left bank of the Douro River in Vila Nova de Gaia, opposite the historic area of Porto, a Unesco World Heritage Site in Portugal.
Restaurants
Portuguese Cuisine, Tapas and Snacks, Francesinha in
Wood-fired Oven.
7 locals recommend
Sancho Panza...no Cais de Gaia
250 Av. de Ramos PintoPortuguese Cuisine, Tapas and Snacks, Francesinha in
Wood-fired Oven.
Brasão Salgueiros, Vila Nova de Gaia. A mix of cultures with Cecina, piparras, fried onions and black rissoles for dinner at the new brewery.
Brasão Salgueiros
2020 Avenida da Beira-MarBrasão Salgueiros, Vila Nova de Gaia. A mix of cultures with Cecina, piparras, fried onions and black rissoles for dinner at the new brewery.
Magina's
2036 R. Heróis do UltramarTaste the best that the Portuguese cuisine has to offer.
In deCastro Gaia's cuisine, the harmonization of wine and Portuguese delicacies. Here is given primacy to regional products, with a touch of modernity.
DeCastro Gaia
162 Av. de Diogo LeiteIn deCastro Gaia's cuisine, the harmonization of wine and Portuguese delicacies. Here is given primacy to regional products, with a touch of modernity.
The best brunch!
7groaster (Specialty coffee)
52 R. de FrançaThe Friends Kitchen, conceived and designed to meet all these requirements, we intend it to be a Food Lounge that will operate from morning to night with a varied menu, where you can drink a simple coffee or enjoy a full meal.
Friends Kitchen
220 Rua Diogo MacedoThe Friends Kitchen, conceived and designed to meet all these requirements, we intend it to be a Food Lounge that will operate from morning to night with a varied menu, where you can drink a simple coffee or enjoy a full meal.
Bio Coffee & Brunch, Vila Nova de Gaia ... The Vila Nova de Gaia space in the Douro Marina has reopened its terrace and is doing brunch menu.
Bio Coffee & Brunch
430 Rua da PraiaBio Coffee & Brunch, Vila Nova de Gaia ... The Vila Nova de Gaia space in the Douro Marina has reopened its terrace and is doing brunch menu.
Essentials
Pingo Doce
470 R. de Paulo da GamaGrocery Store.
Continente Gaiashopping
Grocery Store.
El Corte Ingles de Gaia
1435 Av. da RepúblicaShopping.
Farmacia Portela
238 R. do Marquês de Sá da BandeiraPharmacy.
Nights & Drinks
The world's leading producer of premium ports and one of the top Portuguese wine producers.
108 locals recommend
Espaco Porto Cruz
23 Largo Miguel BombardaThe world's leading producer of premium ports and one of the top Portuguese wine producers.
The Esplanade at Jardim do Morro in Gaia has a superb view over the Douro River, one of the best views in the world.
Terrace Cable Car
S/N Rua Rocha LeãoThe Esplanade at Jardim do Morro in Gaia has a superb view over the Douro River, one of the best views in the world.
A place where you can buy products, do some wine tasting with some delicious tapas!
A copo wine e tapas
13 Rua Cândido dos ReisA place where you can buy products, do some wine tasting with some delicious tapas!
City advice
Getting around
The subway is the fastest way to get around
You can learn more on : www.metrodoporto.pt
What to pack
bring comfortable clothes and a willingness to explore!
Book before you go
Anything for entertainment activities, book ahead!
The earlier you book the better time! Avoid queues and wasting time. Enjoy your vacation the best way!