Guidebook for Vila Nova de Gaia
Sightseeing
You can watch the sunset or enjoy the day view. It's also great for a walk at night to see the buildings reflected in the Douro river.
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Luís I Bridge
Ponte Luís IYou can watch the sunset or enjoy the day view. It's also great for a walk at night to see the buildings reflected in the Douro river.
Porto Sé Cathedral is a stunning church that was invaded by the french in the french invasions intending to steal the gold. They were fooled by the priest's chaplain that painted everything white. Nothing was therefore stolen :D
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Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral)
Terreiro da SéPorto Sé Cathedral is a stunning church that was invaded by the french in the french invasions intending to steal the gold. They were fooled by the priest's chaplain that painted everything white. Nothing was therefore stolen :D
Atmospheric, colorful, World Heritage riverfront medieval district.
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Cais da Ribeira
Cais da RibeiraAtmospheric, colorful, World Heritage riverfront medieval district.
The city's postcard skyline and the birthplace of one of the world's most famous wines.
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Cais de Gaia
Cais de GaiaThe city's postcard skyline and the birthplace of one of the world's most famous wines.
One of Europe's most extraordinarily lavish church interiors, completely covered in gold.
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Monument Church Of St Francis
Rua do Infante Dom HenriqueOne of Europe's most extraordinarily lavish church interiors, completely covered in gold.
Check out the art galleries down Rua Miguel Bombarda.
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Rua de Miguel Bombarda
Rua de Miguel BombardaCheck out the art galleries down Rua Miguel Bombarda.
Arts & Culture
The library that inspired J. K. Rowling while she lived in Oporto and was writing Harry Potter. The stairs are quite similar to the moving stairs of Hogwarts.
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Livraria Lello
144 R. das CarmelitasThe library that inspired J. K. Rowling while she lived in Oporto and was writing Harry Potter. The stairs are quite similar to the moving stairs of Hogwarts.
Admire the gigantic tile panels inside São Bento Station.
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São Bento Station
Praça de Almeida GarrettAdmire the gigantic tile panels inside São Bento Station.
The exuberant interior of the former Stock Exchange Palace.
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Palácio da Bolsa
The exuberant interior of the former Stock Exchange Palace.
Clérigos Tower
Rua de São Filipe de NeryIconic landmark overlooking the city.
Two buildings that are as much a work of art as the collections they exhibit inside, surrounded by a magnificent park.
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Museu de Arte Contemporânea (Fundação de Serralves)
210 R. Dom João de CastroTwo buildings that are as much a work of art as the collections they exhibit inside, surrounded by a magnificent park.
An architectural masterwork by world-renowned architect Rem Koolhaas.
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Casa da Música
An architectural masterwork by world-renowned architect Rem Koolhaas.
Food Scene
Have a drink at "Café Majestic," a classic European Art Nouveau café and a city landmark
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Cafe Majestic
112 Rua Santa CatarinaHave a drink at "Café Majestic," a classic European Art Nouveau café and a city landmark
Parks & Nature
Relax at the park and enjoy the birds that walk among the park and the stunning views.
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Jardins do Palacio de Cristal
Rua de Dom Manuel IIRelax at the park and enjoy the birds that walk among the park and the stunning views.
Parque da Cidade do Porto
Estrada Interior da CircunvalaçãoThe city park is perfect for a run or a stroll.
Great cafés near the beach. Rocky beach perfect for the views and sunbathing, with clear sand beaches nearby.
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Beach Canide (South)
3297 Avenida da Beira-MarGreat cafés near the beach. Rocky beach perfect for the views and sunbathing, with clear sand beaches nearby.
Shopping
El Corte Inglés has everything you need from fashion to tech right at your doorstep.
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El Corte Ingles de Gaia
1435 Av. da RepúblicaEl Corte Inglés has everything you need from fashion to tech right at your doorstep.
Essentials
Pingo Doce
470 R. de Paulo da GamaMake your grocery shopping at pingo doce.
Getting Around
Bike Rental, Nice Beach
25 R. Cel. Raúl PeresBike rental in Foz.