Vila Nova de Gaia

Travel Guide

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 Cais de Gaia 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 Ribeira Square.

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 Ribeira Square and Arrabida Shopping.

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 583 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
SAR 583
SAR 639 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (589 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Great room and lovely bar with a great view. Could have included the swimming pool use steam and sauna without the extra charge though"

Reviewed on 7 June 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 343 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
SAR 343
SAR 427 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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! (478 reviews)
"Nice spacious rooms , comfortable beds very clean , friendly staff , good breakfast in all we had a good stay"

Reviewed on 3 June 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 571 per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
SAR 571
SAR 626 total
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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! (777 reviews)
"Excellent service"

Reviewed on 4 June 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! (169 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! (429 reviews)
"Great location and super nice room of large size"

Reviewed on 3 June 2025

296 Heritage Apartments
Oh Porto
Oh Porto
4 out of 5
Calçada da Serra, 85, Vila Nova de Gaia
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the property ...
Wonderful place to stay.
"This property has an amazing view to the city. The room is spacious. The staff also provided prompt and high quality service. I highly recommend it!"

Reviewed on 5 April 2025

Oh Porto
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Popular places to visit

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

Ribeira Square

4.5/5(405 reviews)

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 Ribeira Square. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

Ribeira Square
Porto which includes signage, outdoor art and a city

Porto Historic Center

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

Porto Historic Center
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
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
Stunning wall!

Livraria Lello

4.5/5(115 reviews)

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.

Livraria Lello

Reviews of Vila Nova de Gaia

4.7
Top Destination
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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.