Carvalhos Travel Guide
Vila Nova de Gaia
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.
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

Discover Porto's Highlights on a 2-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk

Porto Wine Tour "Douro Valley" - Port Wine Tasting & Lunch

Porto Walking Tour - The Perfect Introduction to the City

Porto: Douro Valley Tour with Lunch, Boat Cruise & Tastings
Top hotels in Carvalhos

Hilton Porto Gaia
Very modern room. 2 bathrooms was a big plus with kids
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Eurostars Aliados
Great place great food
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

GA Palace Hotel
Very nice room in terms of amenities and cleanliness. Staff were very friendly and amenable. Breakfast was a very good standard - the only downside was that we had to wait for a table on a couple of mornings as the dining area isn't huge. The weather meant it wasn't practical to use the pool, but ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
Our room was clean upon arrival and all staff were very professional and freindly. The hotel is in a great location and close to Bolhao Market, Sao Bento Railway Station and Dom Luis I Bridge to name a few locations. We also had a three course meal at dinner, which was 10/10.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Zero Box Lodge Porto
The room had everything I needed and was cozy and quiet. Great bed and a great sleep. Nice attached bar and very, very nice staff. Well located neat the main market and metro. I liked their locker system to store luggage after checkout.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Eurostars Porto Douro
Great location
Reviewed on 11 Apr 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 Senhor da Pedra Chapel and Espinho Beach.

Magarão
Magarão might not have many top sights, but Parque Biológico de Gaia and Porto Historic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.


