Vila Nova de Gaia

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Sandeman Cellars featuring interior views and heritage architecture
Sandeman Cellars featuring a square or plaza, signage and a small town or village
Sandeman Cellars which includes art and interior views
Sandeman Cellars which includes interior views and industrial elements
Sandeman Cellars which includes drinks or beverages and interior views

Where to stay in Vila Nova de Gaia

Sandeman Cellars featuring interior views and heritage architecture

Santa Marinha

4.5/5(79 area reviews)

While you're in Santa Marinha, take in top sights like Porto Historic Center and jump on the metro at Jardim do Morro Station to see more of the city.

Santa Marinha
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Canidelo

While visiting Canidelo, you might make a stop by sights like Lavadores Beach and Local Nature Reserve of Douro Estuary.

Canidelo
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Oliveira do Douro

If you're spending some time in Oliveira do Douro, Duoro River and Real Companhia Velha Cellars are top sights worth seeing.

Oliveira do Douro
#streetart #VilaNovaDeGaia #Portugal While walking aimlessly through Vila Nova de Gaia I came across this painted staircase. What could be just a staircase without any attractions has become a beautiful example of how art can improve our relationship with the environment around us. Ao passear sem destino por Vila Nova de Gaia deparei-me com esta escadaria toda pintada. O que poderia ser apenas uma escadaria sem nenhum atrativo transformou-se num belo exemplo de como a arte pode melhorar a nossa relação com o ambiente que nos cerca.

Mafamude

While you're in Mafamude, take in top sights like El Corte Inglés de Gaia or Teixeira Lopes House Museum, and hop on the metro to see more the city at João de Deus Station or Câmara de Gaia Station.

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Madalena

Though Madalena might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lavadores Beach and Porto Historic Center.

Madalena
on my walk to visit wine cellars, along the Duoro River. Porto, Portugal, 2014

São Pedro da Afurada

While São Pedro da Afurada might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Porto Historic Center and Vila Nova de Gaia.

São Pedro da Afurada
Hilton Porto Gaia
Hilton Porto Gaia
5 out of 5
Rua Serpa Pinto 124, Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is SAR 610 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
SAR 610
SAR 668 total
8 Jun - 9 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (567 reviews)
"Super modernist hotel, so modern it's hard to see because the interior is so dark. But big rooms and bathrooms. A good value."

Reviewed on 10 May 2025

Hilton Porto Gaia
Holiday Inn Porto Gaia by IHG
Holiday Inn Porto Gaia by IHG
4 out of 5
Rua Diogo Macedo, 220, Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is SAR 353 per night from May 25 to May 26
SAR 353
SAR 437 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (471 reviews)
"Wow, we got an amazing room - it was beautiful, had a living room, big beautiful bathroom, and a huge bedroom with a king size bed. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 10 May 2025

Holiday Inn Porto Gaia by IHG
Vincci Ponte de Ferro
Vincci Ponte de Ferro
4 out of 5
1 Rua do Casino da Ponte, Vila Nova de Gaia
The price is SAR 559 per night from May 18 to May 19
SAR 559
SAR 614 total
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (758 reviews)
"Lovely! And, it’s right in the heart of all you’d want to see in Porto"

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Vincci Ponte de Ferro
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Gaia Residence
Gaia Residence
4 out of 5
Rua Diogo Macedo, 220, Vila Nova de Gaia
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (168 reviews)
"Room has no Soundproof. Staffs are very friendly"

Reviewed on 20 April 2025

Gaia Residence
296 Heritage Apartments
296 Heritage Apartments
4 out of 5
Avenida de Diogo Leite, 296, Vila Nova de Gaia, Vila Nova de Gaia
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (424 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 19 April 2025

296 Heritage Apartments
Feel Porto Wine Essence Flats
Feel Porto Wine Essence Flats
4 out of 5
Rua Luís de Camões, 32, R/chão, Vila Nova de Gaia
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions ...
"The property was was close to metro easy to walk around. The noise from the trains you can hear and from other quests. We stayed 4 days with only 1 set of towels for each of us and only 1 towel for the dishes, would have been nice to have another set. Also a broom and a dust pan in the flat would ..."

Reviewed on 1 April 2025

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Popular places to visit

Porto which includes signage, outdoor art and a city

Porto Historic Center

You can learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória during your trip to a top site like Porto Historic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Porto Historic Center
Ribeira Square featuring a square or plaza, a monument and cafe lifestyle

Ribeira Square

4.5/5(405 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória with a stop at Ribeira Square. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

Ribeira Square
Porto Cathedral which includes heritage architecture, interior views and a church or cathedral

Porto Cathedral

4.5/5(399 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória with a visit to Porto Cathedral. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Porto Cathedral
Casa da Musica which includes modern architecture and street scenes

Casa da Música

4.5/5(90 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Casa da Música, a storied theater in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.

Casa da Música
The amazing city of Porto, also known as Oporto in English, is located along the Douro river estuary in the North of Portugal and is the second-largest city of the country. Declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996, planning a visit to the historic center of Oporto is the best way to know its origins. Read about this amazing city and lose yourself in history: http://bit.ly/1QRDG6n

Porto City Hall

4.5/5(174 reviews)

After visiting Porto City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.

Porto City Hall
Leixoes cruise terminal, which serves Porto. Viewed to the left is P&O Azura. The terminal building is cladded with honeycomb style tiles.

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.

Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal

Reviews of Vila Nova de Gaia

4.7
Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 78%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 17%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I will gladly return The spa was outstanding with gym and in door pool Perfect

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great area to explore; convenient access to all the important spots in Porto.

5/5 - Excellent

HH

Fun area - all the major port houses within 20-30 minutes walk of each other, even with all the up-hills and down-hills. And many smaller ones as well which can be even more fun to visit! Lots of great restaurants/outdoor dining along the river.

5/5 - Excellent

NP

Such a unique and lovely place!

5/5 - Excellent

ANNETTE

Customer Service the best!!!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Vila nova de Gaia is a beautiful place, this hotel is not suited to stay at and visit his amazing city.