Carvalhos Travel Guide
Vila Nova de Gaia
Popular places to visit
Sandeman Cellars
Delight in the rich flavors of Portugal’s finest Porto wines, marvel at views over Porto and explore historic cellars at this charming 225-year-old port lodge.
St. Ignatius Zoo
Visit the animals who live at St. Ignatius Zoo during your trip to Avintes. Discover the lively bars in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Cais de Gaia
You can find out about the history of Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada with a trip to Cais de Gaia.
Senhor da Pedra Chapel
Learn about the local history of Gulpilhares e Valadares with a stop at Senhor da Pedra Chapel. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
El Corte Inglés de Gaia
During your visit to Mafamude e Vilar do Paraíso, you can do some window-shopping at El Corte Inglés de Gaia. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Gaia Cable Car
You can take time to visit Gaia Cable Car during your travels to Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras
Porto's Old Town Tour & Ribeira
Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto
Discover Porto's Highlights on a 2-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk
Top hotels in Carvalhos
Hilton Porto Gaia
Not really
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
GA Palace Hotel
My wife and I book the G.A. Place hotel for my birthday weekend and we were not disappointed, the hotel is in a central location, the staff were so accommodating, the breakfast was amazing. We will be coming again
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hotel Moon & Sun Porto
The staff was very nice and made this vacation special.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Zero Box Lodge Porto
Brilliant concept Great base to explore the city
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Eurostars Aliados
Room was great, breakfast very good with a big selection, facilities are excellent, staff very polite and helpful.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Eurostars Porto Douro
The location was about 800m from the main eating drinking and entertainment area along thecriver bank. Close to the funicular railway and the river boats. Hotel breakfast was lovely with plenty of choice. The bar served a selection of sandwiches and pizzas and the barman was very accommodating when ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carvalhos
Serzedo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Serzedo and surrounding area, you can visit Granja Beach and Senhor da Pedra Chapel.
Magarão
Magarão might not have many top sights, but Parque Biológico de Gaia and St. Ignatius Zoo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
