10 Things to do for Honeymoon in Vila Nova de Gaia That You Shouldn't Miss

August 17, 2021 Lashaunda Abraham

Vila Nova de Gaia, or simply Gaia (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈvilɐ ˈnɔvɐ ðɨ ˈɣajɐ]; Proto-Celtic: *Cale) is a city and a municipality in Porto District in Norte Region, Portugal. It is located south of the city of Porto on the other side of the Douro River. The city proper had a population of 178,255 in 2001. The municipality has an area of 168.46 km². and a total population of 302,295 inhabitants (2011), making it the most populous municipality in Norte Region. Gaia together with Porto and 12 other municipalities makes up the commonly designated Porto Metropolitan Area.
Restaurants in Vila Nova de Gaia

1. Seg4All

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5.0 based on 47 reviews

Seg4All

Seg4All is a Portuguese company based in Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, which promotes fun, safe and environmentally friendly walks and tours through the Segways.

2. Feeldouro

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Feeldouro

We are a charter company based in Oporto, Portugal. We have Greenline boats that we charter with and without skipper to navigate exclusively the Douro River. We present a ecologic concept and we make the difference with the best design, comfort and exclusivity. Oporto was elected Best European Destination for three years 2012, 2013, 2014 and, along with the Alto Douro region, classified as UNESCO World Heritage sites.

3. Pocas Vinhos

Rua Visconde das Devesas 168, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-337 Portugal +351 22 320 3257 [email protected] http://www.pocas.pt
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Pocas Vinhos

Pocas lies in the hands of the 3rd and 4th generation, being one of the very few Port Wine company that was born Portuguese and still belongs to the same Portuguese family. The Old Tawny Ports have built Pocas’ reputation but DOC Douro wines have been proving their own quality over the last 30 years. Recently, Pocas received the award of “Fortified wine producer of the year 2018” by the Portuguese magazine “Revista de Vinhos”. Additionally, welcoming about 28 000 visitors per year, our Visitor Center has been also distinguished with the Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence. We have plenty of different reasons for inviting you to be part of a true family atmosphere, to feel the unforgettable aroma of the noblest wines, and to see up close a real day-to-day cellar routine.

Reviewed By johnmodesto - Modesto, United States

Pocas is far from the maddening crowd, located in a non touristy part of the city, you can take a bus there or walk up from the river. The cellars and tasting room are lovely, the guide friendly, with excellent English and willing to answer questions, she provided a detailed explanation of the different Port styles, this house also produces dry wines which you can try. The basic tour and tasting is 8 euros, for my wife and I we upgraded to a 12 and 15 euro tasting, 3 pours each, which meant we could try six different wines by sharing. The highlight was a 20 year old Tawny, but all the wines were tasty. A world class wine tasting visit and experience.

4. Mar Douro

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Mar Douro

Mar Douro is a nautical business that provide sailing tours and sailing experiences on the Douro river and coast line of Porto (the European best destination 2017). Mar Douro wants to provide their customers the best experiences and nautical emotions in a cheerful, private and friendly environment. The sailing tours and sailings experiences are conducted in a charming and classic motor sailor built by the reputed Swedish boatyard Hallberg-Rassy. The Hallberg-Rassy 94 Kutter with the name Argonauta has a length of 10 metres and capacity for 10 passengers and two crew. There are Hallberg-Rassy 94 Kutter who have crossed the Atlantic The hull of the boat reminds of the beautiful lines of a traditional Portuguese fishing boat. Come aboard to Argonauta and experience a different Porto, on the water…!

5. Riversoul Turismo Fluvial

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Riversoul Turismo Fluvial

Sail on board Arraes at the rhythm of a conversation about the river, the wine and its cities, tasting the typical Portuguese flavours and of course the Port and Douro wine, in a morning or afternoon, of 1 or more days. We want that those who decide to sail on Douro river with RiverSoul experience a mix of senses and knowledge about the history and stories of this city and this region. The personalization of cruises and the exclusivity on using the ship (max. 10 people) complement the identity and soul of RiverSoul.

6. Casa Ramos Pinto

Avenida Ramos Pinto 400, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-266 Portugal +351 22 370 7000 [email protected] http://www.ramospinto.pt/
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Casa Ramos Pinto

Reviewed By nwspm - Altrincham, United Kingdom

We enjoyed the variety of experiences in the different Port houses along the river front in Vila Nova de Gaia. The Ramos Pinto tour was distinctive for the walk through the beautiful old offices of the company. Our guide told us interesting anecdotes about the history of the furnishings and the artwork. The tasting room was comfortable and airy ; we enjoy the wines and bought a bottle of white port and a metal sign of one of the iconic adverts.

7. Taylor's Port

Rua de Choupelo 250, Vila Nova de Gaia 4404-509 Portugal +351 22 374 2800 [email protected] http://www.taylor.pt
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Taylor's Port

Taylor’s, accepted by most wine authorities to be the greatest of all port shippers, invites you to a pleasant and informative tour of its famous lodges at Vila Nova de Gaia. During the tour the visitor will be given the opportunity to learn about the fascinating history of Port wine, as well as that of the House of Taylor Fladgate making it one of the oldest Port companies.

Reviewed By 45philips - Crewe, United Kingdom

Super interesting self guided audio tour, done at your own pace. Well laid out with plenty of photos, maps and diagrams to explain the history and process without getting too technical or boring. No need to book just turn up, we arrived around 11 on a Sunday morning and it wasn’t busy. Fantastic value at €15 a per person for the tour and 2 generous samples one red one white Tasting is in a beautiful garden area where you can also purchase a selection of snacks to compliment the ports you are tasting. Helpful and friendly staff throughout our visit. You can’t visit Porto and not come here.

8. Serra do Pilar Viewpoint

Largo de Aviz Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar, Vila Nova de Gaia 4430-329 Portugal
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Serra do Pilar Viewpoint

Reviewed By The_Loup_Garou - Phoenix, United States

While visiting the Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar we took advantage of the Serra do Pilar Viewpoint, looking down on the Lower Douro Valley, and the City of Oporto, from the Vila Nova de Gaia side of the River, and parts of Vila Nova de Gaia, also. While we had specifically come for the Monastery, the Serra do Pilar Viewpoint was an added bonus. From our hotel, The Yeatman, the walk to the viewpoint is not the easiest. Though we started on high ground, to begin with, we were headed to even higher ground. For probably the most commanding view of all of the Lower Douro Valley, this is the spot! It is not to be missed, and one can throw in Mosteiro da Serra do Pilar as an added bonus. A “two-fer” if you will.

9. Jardim do Morro

Avenida da Republica, Vila Nova de Gaia 4430-148 Portugal
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Jardim do Morro

Reviewed By Bozeman-Dublin - Trim, Ireland

A fantastic viewpoint at the upper cablecar station, one of the best views you will get of Porto. They have landscaped a beautiful park here, including an amphitheatre- like set of curved concrete benches for you to sit on and drink in the view. The best time to go is in the evening as the sun sets. There will be musicians and a great vibe as a combination of tourists and chilled locals meet to chat and watch the sun go down over the Douro and Porto . I loved it here, I went back every evening I was in Porto!

10. Graham's Port Lodge

Rua de Agro 141, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-351 Portugal +351 22 377 6484 [email protected] http://grahams-port.com/visit-grahams-lodge/the-grahams-1890-lodge
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Graham's Port Lodge

RESERVATION REQUIRED. Graham’s Port is owned and managed by the Symington family, ten of whom work in the company (four from the 4th generation and six from the 5th generation of Port producers). They and their ancestors have made some of the greatest Port Wines of all. The magnificent Graham’s cellars were built in 1890 and contain a priceless collection of Port ageing in seasoned oak cascks and in bottle. Visits can only be made by prior appointment so that you will be met on arrival and shown around the cellars by a highly trained guide in the language of your preference.

Reviewed By ddkine - Huntington Beach, United States

Educational tour with a view! Prior to our visit, our favorite port was Taylor Fladgate and we visited their distillery as well. But from an interest/educational and overall value standpoint the Graham distillery tour was much better. It was led by a guide (Taylor’s is self guided) who was very informative and fun to listen to. The tour was followed by a guided tasting as well and there were several options to choose from that was included in the tour price. And you could add to your tasting as well. The tasting room/lodge is located in the perfect place on the Gaia side of the Douro River with excellent views of Porto and Gaia and the river.

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