Things to do in Vila Nova de Gaia, Northern Portugal: The Best Museums

March 17, 2022 Sachiko Swiger

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. 3+ arte

Largo Joaquim Magalhaes 12, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-187 Portugal +351 916 215 179 [email protected] http://www.3maisarte.com
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5.0 based on 100 reviews

3+ arte

3+ arte - Cooperativa Artistica e Cultural is a Cultural project that aims to boost the arts in Vila Nova de Gaia. Art Gallery, Handicraft, Coworking, Port Wine... And more... Much more!

Reviewed By D3689FAjohnb - Northampton, United Kingdom

An "alternative" little gallery, set in an old warehouse in the heart of "port-land". We went for the port tasting and found a welcoming host and a fine sample of ports and cheeses. We chose the "basic" and "advanced" selections to share, along with two rustic cheeses from northern Portugal, tastefully presented. Our six ports, with the cheese cost approx 16 euros. We then browsed among the ethnic craft items, created by unassuming local arists and craftspersons, and bought presents for the family. Difficult to find but do persevere - such a friendly, welcoming ambience, as with so much of Porto.

2. Estacao Litoral da Aguda

Rua Alfredo Dias Arcozelo, Vila Nova de Gaia 4410-475 Portugal +351 22 753 6360 [email protected] http://www.fundacao-ela.pt
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4.5 based on 55 reviews

Estacao Litoral da Aguda

The Littoral Station "ELA" opened to the public in July 1999 at Praia da Aguda, a small fishing village on the Portuguese Atlantic coast, located south of the river Douro estuary in the area of Vila Nova de Gaia.The station is divided into:- a Fishery Museum exhibiting ancient and modern equipment;- an Aquarium displaying the local aquatic fauna and flora;- a Department for Education and Research dedicated to marine ecology, aquaculture and fishery.

3. Casa-Museu Teixeira Lopes

Rua Teixeira Lopes 32, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-320 Portugal +351 22 374 2904 http://www.cm-gaia.pt/pt/cidade/cultura/equipamentos-municipais/casa-museu-teixeira-lopes/
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4.5 based on 45 reviews

Casa-Museu Teixeira Lopes

Reviewed By AussieMarisainPorto - Lanark, United Kingdom

Wow, what a relaxing, exquisite home ‘far from the madding crowd’ of Portuguese-famous Antonio Teixeira Lopes. Serbian multilinguist, Alexandra, our tour guide, made it all come alive with a commentary that kept us fabulously informed & waiting for more. Get outa that awful hop on hop off bus and make the effort to schlep up the hill (or cheat and take the metro, hopping out at Camera de Gaia for a big, fat 1.50 euros one way), it was one of the most adorable & informative hourlong tours we did in our 12 days in Porto. The statues will dwarf you and his artistic talent will tantalise you (ask about his personal life too, quite a hedonist, knocking about with nobility). What a guy, then he gave the whole flippin’ house away to Gaia’s City Council for nicks. And for this, you get to walk in the front door and partake of his amazing home for free - a gift beyond description.

4. Centro Interpretativo do Patrimonio da Afurada

Rua Antonio dos Santos 10 São Pedro da Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-365 Portugal +351 22 781 2724 [email protected] http://www.parquebiologico.pt/doc.php?id=195
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Centro Interpretativo do Patrimonio da Afurada

Reviewed By Paula_Trav - Helsinki, Finland

This is a small museum definitely worth visiting if you wish to undertand something about the importance of fishing in the village of Afurada (and similar places in Portugal) and the hardships associated to it. Even though small scale, the exhibition is clearly well thought out and beautifully arranged. When we visited the museum, there was an English-speaking gentleman who was able to answer our additional questions. I personally think that a visit to this small museum (and other small local museums) also serves as support and encouragement for local people to actively preserve local history and way of life, and to be proud of it.

5. Ferreira Cellars

Avenida Ramos Pinto 70, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-266 Portugal +351 22 374 6107 [email protected] http://www.sograpevinhos.com/visitas/cave/1
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4.0 based on 1,281 reviews

Ferreira Cellars

Built by a family of winemakers from the Douro, in 1751, Ferreira possessed a rich tradition and a prominent role in the history of Porto Wine. Dona Antónia Adelaide Ferreira contributed significantly to the consolidation of the brand. A legendary woman with a unique personality, who became a myth and a symbol of strength, facing the adversities of nineteenth-century Douro. Ferreira Cellars invite you to discover a brand over 250 years old, a symbol of the highest quality that encapsulates Portugal's heart and soul.

Reviewed By DavidnJackieW - Frankfurt, Germany

We were recommended this tour by our hotel being a smaller producer We arrived and waited with others for the tour to start and our guide arrived promptly to start His English was excellent and as we walked through the vaults he explained the setup and process of port wine Great facilities, great smells and at the end tasting some great port The shop at the end sells the port at a slightly cheaper price than retailers

6. Sandeman Cellars

Largo Miguel Bombarda 3, Vila Nova de Gaia 4404-507 Portugal +351 22 374 0534 [email protected] http://www.sandeman.com/visit-us/porto
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4.0 based on 1,873 reviews

Sandeman Cellars

Majestically situated across the Douro river, looking toward the historic centre of Porto, in a granite building dated 1797, The House of Sandeman invites you to an experience full of mystery and seduction, in a setting which balances a traditional yet cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Reviewed By Kostapps

I learned so much about Port wine throughout this tour thanks to a great tour guide who was extremely passionate and knowledgeable about the wines being presented. She made leaving beautiful Porto extremely difficult! Would recommend the tour to absolutely everyone, gives me even more of a reason to come back to this quaint and magical place. Kosta from Montreal

7. Museu Pedagogico Luso Brasileiro

Rua de Figueiredo 240, Vila Nova de Gaia 4415-000 Portugal +351 916 951 720 [email protected] https://museu-pedagogico-luso-brasileiro.negocio.site/
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4.0 based on 8 reviews

Museu Pedagogico Luso Brasileiro

Actually in repair work through August but will reopen estimated that repairs would be completed inNovember The Museu Pedagogico Luso Brasileiro is sponsored by the Air Force and has a complete jet fighter- aircraft - Lockheed T 33 - A monitor will teach the visitors all about this aircraft functions including the on board instruments and avionics. The visitors will experiment a unique adventure being inside the cockpit. And seating in front of the control panels and instruments of a real jet Air Force aircraft.

8. The Chocolate Story

Rua De Guilherme Braga, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-174 Portugal +351 22 012 1200 [email protected] http://wow.pt/experiences/chocolate-story/

Embark on a journey across the extraordinary world of chocolate, to find out where it comes from and how it is made. It all begins with a fragile flower, in a remote part of the planet. And follows farming and production methods that have largely remained unchanged for more than 5,000 years.

9. Planet Cork

Rua do Choupelo, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-088 Portugal +351 22 012 1200 [email protected] http://wow.pt/experiences/planet-cork/

Portugal is the world's largest cork producing country, accounting for over 50% of global production and spread over 730 hectares of forest. To shine a light on this global position, Planet Cork brings to life the incredible world of cork, from the ancient exploration of the cork oak to the most varied and avant-garde applicationas.

10. WOW

Rua do Choupelo 39 Santa Marinha, Vila Nova de Gaia 4400-088 Portugal +351 22 012 1200 [email protected] http://wow.pt
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