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 waterfront 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 waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do

City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras

The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center

Historic Porto by Private Electric Tuk Tuk to Top Landmarks

Best of Braga and Guimaraes Day Trip from Porto

Porto Airport (OPO): to/from the Oriente Station in Lisbon
Top hotels in Carvalhos

Hilton Porto Gaia
this is an excellent, looks like brand new hotel ,confort
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Eurostars Porto Douro
Fantastic staff and great location! I will recommend my family and stay again.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels
Beautiful hotel. Unbelievable breakfast,,,,is an $7 urber ride to downtown Porto. But def woul stay here again.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas by IHG
Everything was good!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
I only had breakfast once to expensive and poor selection
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

