Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Vila Nova de Gaia September 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Vila Nova de Gaia Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Vila-Nova-De-Gaia.dx4905)[Hotels in Vila Nova de Gaia](https://expedia.co.uk/Vila-Nova-De-Gaia-Hotels.d4905.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Vila Nova de Gaia](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Vila-Nova-De-Gaia.d4905.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Vila Nova de Gaia Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Vila-Nova-De-Gaia.d4905.Car-Hire-Guide)[Vila Nova de Gaia Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Vila-Nova-De-Gaia.d4905.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Vila Nova de Gaia ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Vila Nova de Gaia Types of activities Where to stay [Vila Nova de Gaia travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Vila-Nova-de-Gaia.dx4905) ![Sandeman Cellars showing heritage architecture and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81385-Sandeman-Cellars.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sandeman Cellars showing a small town or village, heritage architecture and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81390-Sandeman-Cellars.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sandeman Cellars showing interior views and art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81392-Sandeman-Cellars.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sandeman Cellars showing industrial elements and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81383-Sandeman-Cellars.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Vila Nova de Gaia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81325-Porto-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Vila Nova de Gaia Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Vila Nova de Gaia has to offer! 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Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Vila Nova de Gaia ### Tours & day trips [See all 600 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![From Lisbon: Three Cities in One Day: Porto, Nazaré & Óbidos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44877123/383890b8-db80-49b7-83e0-9a51220342fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Lisbon: Three Cities in One Day: Porto, Nazaré & Óbidos 12h 9/10 93 reviews Free cancellation available £96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-lisbon-three-cities-in-one-day-porto-nazare-obidos.a44877123.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1177496/01689d6d-e505-4af2-b7e2-5740003c8f05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch 10h 9.8/10 134 reviews Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/douro-valley-tour-2-vineyard-visits-river-cruise-winery-lunch.a1177496.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Douro Valley Wine Tour: 3 Vineyard Visits, Wine Tastings, Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1177511/b704376a-2387-462d-9eab-e6ee300ba7a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Douro Valley Wine Tour: 3 Vineyard Visits, Wine Tastings, Lunch 10h 9.8/10 67 reviews Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/douro-valley-wine-tour-3-vineyard-visits-wine-tastings-lunch.a1177511.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1181912/29b9728f-07e7-4e29-98e4-0502960bd2e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise 10h 8/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/douro-valley-historical-sites-wine-experience-lunch-cruise.a1181912.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto Half-Day City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/187606/f2e1a6d7-85cb-4271-a7dd-f59f9f488cc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto Half-Day City Tour 4h 9.4/10 31 reviews Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-half-day-city-tour.a187606.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758885/cafa3e65-42cb-4d1c-8a64-a4551fe06e99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch 10h 9.2/10 30 reviews Free cancellation available £74 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-porto-douro-valley-w-boat-tour-wine-tasting-lunch.a4758885.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Daytime or Sunset Douro River Sightseeing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4545882/7e3ebd38-021f-452d-8d2d-79bf80af0dab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Daytime or Sunset Douro River Sightseeing Cruise 2h 9.2/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-daytime-or-sunset-douro-river-sightseeing-cruise.a4545882.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4590666/dab7793f-eb58-4416-9aa0-31d1acbf10b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise 8/10 27 reviews Free cancellation available £16 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-river-douro-6-bridges-cruise.a4590666.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Aveiro: Half-Day Tour from Porto with Optional Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4847869/872086f3-92e4-4d4d-8a25-1e3646bdbc76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Aveiro: Half-Day Tour from Porto with Optional Cruise 4h 9.6/10 8 reviews Free cancellation available £32 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/aveiro-half-day-tour-from-porto-with-optional-cruise.a4847869.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47551946/655e8572-3e4a-4ad2-872b-3f4f4148845a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto Walking Tour, Lello Bookshop, River Cruise and Cable Car 4h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £51 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-walking-tour-lello-bookshop-river-cruise-and-cable-car.a47551946.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 227 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Port Wine Tour | 3 Cellars | 7 Tastings | 12 Participants Maximum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4190660/d2e44b5e-fb44-419b-a2b6-100aa3bb1b80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Port Wine Tour | 3 Cellars | 7 Tastings | 12 Participants Maximum 2h 30m 9/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/port-wine-tour-3-cellars-7-tastings-small-group.a4190660.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Discover Porto's Highlights on a 2-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3859727/a5ac86e5-d69a-40d5-87d2-fc40bc0a07fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Porto's Highlights on a 2-Hour Private Electric Tuk Tuk 2h 8/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1-5-hour-private-electric-tuk-tuk-sightseeing-tour-historic-porto.a3859727.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Guided Tuk Tuk Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4573906/5fe8b5ce-3ea9-4ad8-8c26-6c92fd295138.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Guided Tuk Tuk Tour 2h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-guided-tuk-tuk-tour.a4573906.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Boat trip along the Douro River 6 Bridges](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48897278/afd5ffff-2362-4c18-8d4b-fe18fc204294.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Boat trip along the Douro River 6 Bridges 2h Free cancellation available £32 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/douro-river-private-cruise-tour.a48897278.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Private Sightseeing Tour by Electric Tuk Tuk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45711056/e34ccaa1-708f-4931-9386-60a81031479c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Private Sightseeing Tour by Electric Tuk Tuk 2h Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-private-sightseeing-tour-by-electric-tuk-tuk.a45711056.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Private Tuk-Tuk Tour with Short Walks and Wine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5083701/dda23731-58e3-4828-aef8-09d0de0a7305.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Private Tuk-Tuk Tour with Short Walks and Wine 3h 30m Free cancellation available £69 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/travel-around-porto-in-a-unique-convertible.a5083701.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Cultural Route - Braga & Guimarães - from Porto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2844190/da3d1ded-143d-4ddc-bc31-1dd6b65160bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cultural Route - Braga & Guimarães - from Porto 8h Free cancellation available £155 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cultural-route-braga-guimaraes-from-porto.a2844190.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Braga: Tuk Tuk City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4524845/4ea66d15-e844-4d53-94de-7fd897d4fc69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Braga: Tuk Tuk City Tour 30m+ Free cancellation available £17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/braga-tuk-tuk-city-tour.a4524845.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Private Vintage City Tour in a Ford T Electric](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1071988/c85ef79b-b7f7-4295-9800-455495636731.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Vintage City Tour in a Ford T Electric 1h 8/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/vintage-tour-city-of-porto.a1071988.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Port 6 Bridge Tour with Sunset Option,(shared)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46500751/a40a70e3-749a-4824-ac06-56d38fb3b9b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Port 6 Bridge Tour with Sunset Option,(shared) 2h Free cancellation available £40£35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-on-the-douro-river-in-a-private-yacht.a46500751.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 62 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![From Porto: Aveiro, Paiva Walkways, & Suspension Bridge Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4766527/78267505-8866-454c-b0fb-6016c35a5b15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Porto: Aveiro, Paiva Walkways, & Suspension Bridge Tour 10h 10/10 17 reviews Free cancellation available £94 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-porto-aveiro-paiva-walkways-and-arouca-516-footbridge.a4766527.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Douro Valley Tour with 2 Wineries, Lunch and Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48069935/2e7baf71-043c-4a2c-9142-61d0c5f186a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Douro Valley Tour with 2 Wineries, Lunch and Cruise 9h Free cancellation available £101 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-douro-valley-tour-with-2-wineries-lunch-and-cruise.a48069935.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2160638/98ade1a6-f330-4d1c-b708-3fd9f8a12280.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park 10h 9.2/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available £87 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waterfalls-lagoons-old-village-in-geres-park-with-lunch-included.a2160638.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![From Porto: Hike & Swim in Gerês National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4546947/6c91a437-7663-41b9-862e-3e1aaff5ef2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Porto: Hike & Swim in Gerês National Park 9h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-porto-hiking-and-swimming-in-geres-national-park.a4546947.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![From Porto: 516 Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkways Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48001031/2bf04dd1-f3e5-4056-b0d7-d2c5887fa1c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Porto: 516 Arouca Bridge and Paiva Walkways Guided Tour 8h Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-porto-516-arouca-bridge-paiva-walkways-guided-tour.a48001031.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto Mountains in 4x4-Small Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1095311/07e1e58d-9ab0-4fd0-a8da-2d05a956b6f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto Mountains in 4x4-Small Group 4h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4x4-porto-mountain-excursion.a1095311.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Private Vintage City Tour in a Ford T Electric](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1071988/c85ef79b-b7f7-4295-9800-455495636731.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Vintage City Tour in a Ford T Electric 1h 8/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/vintage-tour-city-of-porto.a1071988.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![3-Hour Porto Highlights on a Electric Bike Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1145410/e2669905-2be6-4d82-8a07-f2b3e3f6ecdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3-Hour Porto Highlights on a Electric Bike Guided Tour 3h 10/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available £38 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hour-porto-highlights-on-a-electric-bike-guided-tour.a1145410.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Kayaking and Waterfall in Peneda-Gerês National Park from Porto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2160640/a9c5cde6-0551-4716-873a-e8a6e4baa57c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kayaking and Waterfall in Peneda-Gerês National Park from Porto 10h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £92 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kayaking-waterfalls-trek-in-geres-national-park-with-lunch-included.a2160640.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Electric Bike Rental on Camino de Santiago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48895246/a4f42086-57d3-403e-964c-589fedff3043.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Electric Bike Rental on Camino de Santiago 1m Free cancellation available £44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/electric-bike-rental-on-camino-de-santiago.a48895246.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 47 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Porto: Pastel de Nata Pastry-Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48100461/3f5288de-d2e5-416b-84aa-b3a33bd047bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Pastel de Nata Pastry-Making Workshop 1h 30m Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-pastel-de-nata-pastry-making-workshop.a48100461.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Tile Painting and Cocktails in City centre Porto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46987012/b70e31b3-23c2-4328-8275-95262440e7d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Tile Painting and Cocktails in City centre Porto 2h 9/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tile-painting-workshop.a46987012.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Pastel de Nata Cooking Class – Bainharia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48415824/68962608-ecbe-4bbf-a02e-30fc892a5769.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Pastel de Nata Cooking Class – Bainharia 1h 30m 10/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pastel-de-nata-cooking-class-in-city-centre-porto.a48415824.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Tile-Painting Workshop with Porto Wine - Bainharia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49109819/85f2f74a-6f05-4e7d-b288-4a6463334773.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Tile-Painting Workshop with Porto Wine - Bainharia 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-tile-painting-workshop-with-glass-of-port.a49109819.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Taste of Porto: The Ultimate Full Meal Portuguese Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48116029/cc1e30d7-52f5-46c6-8002-f0c5b55a342f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Taste of Porto: The Ultimate Full Meal Portuguese Food Tour 3h 30m Free cancellation available £55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-food-tour-full-meal-drinks.a48116029.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Pastel de Nata Cooking Class from Scratch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48370134/b4e1f27c-e169-4719-9d29-aa919933a20b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Pastel de Nata Cooking Class from Scratch 2h 30m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-pastel-de-nata-cooking-class.a48370134.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto Tile Painting Workshop in artist studio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46305149/3f5c5bbf-178d-4afb-a481-a69940d02fc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto Tile Painting Workshop in artist studio 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-tile-painting-workshop-in-palacio-de-cristal-gardens.a46305149.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Sail the Douro River Private 3-Hour Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4749759/b0da3a71-52a8-4c6d-bb49-fb36fb8ba05a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Sail the Douro River Private 3-Hour Cruise 3h Free cancellation available £166 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-sail-the-douro-river-private-3-hour-cruise.a4749759.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Pastel de Nata Workshop in Porto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47532124/d62079f8-bb5f-4b55-9900-4bbf1bab778f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pastel de Nata Workshop in Porto 1h 30m Free cancellation available £31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pastel-de-nata-workshop-in-porto.a47532124.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Douro Valley Wine Tour with Tastings, Boat, and Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48047937/bfdd9e39-a675-4926-a0a4-989b3e275cb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Douro Valley Wine Tour with Tastings, Boat, and Lunch 8h 30m Free cancellation available £122 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-douro-valley-wine-tour-with-tastings-boat-and-lunch.a48047937.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ### Shows & concerts [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&filter.categories=ShowsConcerts) ![Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4533680/1751e2ae-0e69-40db-81ae-a1ea5cf779ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine 1h 9.8/10 28 reviews Free cancellation available £17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-live-fado-show-with-glass-of-port-wine.a4533680.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: The highest-rated traditional fado concert (city centre)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4571438/e606abe5-14a7-470c-a842-82705fa21909.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: The highest-rated traditional fado concert (city centre) 1h 9.2/10 9 reviews Free cancellation available £19 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-fado-show-musician-meet-and-greet-and-port-wine.a4571438.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Spiritus: Videomapping Immersive Show at Clerigos Church](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5267468/3898f13c-3359-4233-9da3-935ce17c4e7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Spiritus: Videomapping Immersive Show at Clerigos Church 30m 8/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £9 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/spiritus-videomapping-immersive-show-at-clerigos-church.a5267468.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Fado by Casa da Guitarra](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/674684/7525e0d6-4d8f-497c-8573-734687074754.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Fado by Casa da Guitarra 1h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available £17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fado-by-casa-da-guitarra.a674684.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Full Day Porto Walking Tour: Lunch, Boat Ride & Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4512323/0baaec51-b01b-4352-87f1-16bdf9896e8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Porto Walking Tour: Lunch, Boat Ride & Wine Tasting 9h Free cancellation available £83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-walking-tour-and-fado-show.a4512323.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Entrance to The Fado House in São João Novo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49471515/daddb0b2-8ff5-453f-881f-f040e16b9954.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Entrance to The Fado House in São João Novo 1h Free cancellation available £17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/entrance-to-the-fado-house-in-sao-joao-novo.a49471515.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Fonseca Cellar Tour & Fado Show with Optional Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48225136/b65ef3ec-d433-43cf-b044-e46780409e41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Fonseca Cellar Tour & Fado Show with Optional Dinner 1h 30m+ Free cancellation available £20 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-cellar-tour-dinner-fado-show-at-fonseca.a48225136.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Vila Nova de Gaia: Winery Tour with 2 DOC Douro & 2 Ports](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44631746/e4fc5087-3790-4712-8dca-c2c4a64755a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Vila Nova de Gaia: Winery Tour with 2 DOC Douro & 2 Ports 1h 30m Free cancellation available £17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-tour-tasting-at-pocas-2-doc-douro-2-port-wines.a44631746.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Evening Local Food Crawl with Drink Pairings](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4539375/16dfb5e8-654f-480b-9752-5eb27930df76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Evening Local Food Crawl with Drink Pairings 3h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available £60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-evening-local-food-crawl-with-drink-pairings.a4539375.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ![Porto: Food Tour with Tastings](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4517142/a53af003-53ae-4dbb-8f6e-574b82a01f66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto: Food Tour with Tastings 3h Free cancellation available £65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-food-and-wine-tasting-tour.a4517142.activity-details?&rid=4905&location=Vila+Nova+de+Gaia&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Vila Nova de Gaia | Number of things to do | 673 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Porto Walking Tour - The Perfect Introduction to the City](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-walking-tour-the-perfect-introduction-to-the-city.a3313986.activity-details): £1 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Porto: Daytime or Sunset Douro River Sightseeing Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-daytime-or-sunset-douro-river-sightseeing-cruise.a4545882.activity-details) - [Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-river-douro-6-bridges-cruise.a4590666.activity-details) - [Porto: 6 Bridges Cruise & Port Wine with Sunset Option](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-city-cruise-with-sunset-option.a47669774.activity-details) - [Port Wine Tour \| 3 Cellars \| 7 Tastings \| 12 Participants Maximum](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/port-wine-tour-3-cellars-7-tastings-small-group.a4190660.activity-details) - [The Best Douro Boat Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-best-douro-boat-tour.a44554996.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Porto: Daytime or Sunset Douro River Sightseeing Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-daytime-or-sunset-douro-river-sightseeing-cruise.a4545882.activity-details) - [Porto: 6 Bridges Cruise & Port Wine with Sunset Option](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-city-cruise-with-sunset-option.a47669774.activity-details) - [Port Wine Tour \| 3 Cellars \| 7 Tastings \| 12 Participants Maximum](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/port-wine-tour-3-cellars-7-tastings-small-group.a4190660.activity-details) - [The Best Douro Boat Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-best-douro-boat-tour.a44554996.activity-details) - [Charm cruise in Porto with wine tasting](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/charm-cruise-in-porto-with-wine-tasting.a49827703.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-river-douro-6-bridges-cruise.a4590666.activity-details) - [Aveiro Half Day Tour from Porto](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/aveiro-half-day-tour-from-porto.a49635321.activity-details) - [Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-six-bridges-panoramic-cruise-on-the-douro-river.a679228.activity-details) - [Douro Valley and Régua Panoramic Cruise with Lunch from Porto](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-from-porto-to-regua-by-bus-and-return-by-boat.a1181926.activity-details) - [Porto and Gaia: Walking Tour of Douro's Two Riversides](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-hour-walking-tour-in-two-banks-of-porto.a46562586.activity-details) | ## What to do in Vila Nova de Gaia * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Porto which includes signage, shopping and outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/56000/56871-Porto-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Porto Historic Center You can learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you make a stop at a top site such as Porto Historic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-Historic-Center-Uniao-de-Freguesias-do-Centro.d3000662149.Attraction) ![Ribeira Square featuring a monument, a square or plaza and a fountain](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81376-Ribeira-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ribeira Square 4.5/5(366 reviews) Perched on the banks of the River Douro, Ribeira Square is one of Porto’s oldest and most exciting districts. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ribeira-Square-Centro-Baixa.d6081691.Attraction) ![Porto Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81351-Porto-Cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Porto Cathedral 4.5/5(260 reviews) This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-Cathedral-Centro-Baixa.d6081675.Attraction) ![Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/afdcc2db7328d2030e48937a3127dc41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal Explore the waterfront in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira with a trip to Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Of-Leixoes-Cruise-Terminal-Matosinhos-Centro.d553248634381881978.Attraction) ![Livraria Lello](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cd46193fefcbfb5104f848476dbc11f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Livraria Lello 4/5(113 reviews) During your visit to Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Livraria Lello. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Livraria-Lello-Centro-Baixa.d553248621532956961.Attraction) ![Porto City Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6991f56e1714c6a9f6e64dc1f42d3300.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Porto City Hall 4/5(128 reviews) After visiting Porto City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-City-Hall-Centro-Baixa.d6081685.Attraction) ![Bolhao Market](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c5a90e9a55c73a34e02ace855b2dd07b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bolhao Market 4/5(110 reviews) During your visit to Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bolhao Market. Wander through the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bolhao-Market-Centro-Baixa.d553248621554122973.Attraction) ![Clerigos Tower](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2b8dbd8e847932ac77e05471cd980e75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Clerigos Tower 4.5/5(194 reviews) Learn about the local history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória when you take a trip to Clerigos Tower. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Clerigos-Tower-Centro-Baixa.d553248621532957766.Attraction) ![Casa da Musica featuring street scenes and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81341-Casa-Da-Musica.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Casa da Música 4/5(64 reviews) Listen to classical and popular music concerts or dine out in style at one of Portugal’s most modern performance spaces. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Casa-Da-Musica-Cedofeita.d6081693.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Vila Nova de Gaia ![Sandeman Cellars showing heritage architecture and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81385-Sandeman-Cellars.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Santa Marinha 4.5/5(50 area reviews) While you're in Santa Marinha, take in top sights like Porto Historic Center and jump on the metro at Jardim do Morro Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-Santa-Marinha.dx553248635975862525) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Canidelo While visiting Canidelo, you might make a stop by sights like Lavadores Beach and Local Nature Reserve of Douro Estuary. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canidelo.dx553248635975857654) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oliveira do Douro While visiting Oliveira do Douro, you might make a stop by sights like Duoro River and Real Companhia Velha Cellars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oliveira-Do-Douro.dx553248635975854106) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d36dcb6ae4678a4dd7ec7ca22c9a5456.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mafamude If you're spending time in Mafamude, check out sights like El Corte Inglés de Gaia or Teixeira Lopes House Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at João de Deus Station or Câmara de Gaia Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-Mafamude.dx553248635975861425) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6b7897d90785c2862062e3c333cac87c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### São Pedro da Afurada While São Pedro da Afurada isn't home to many top sights, Porto Historic Center and Vila Nova de Gaia are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-Sao-Pedro-Da-Afurada.dx553248635975856793) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Madalena When in Madalena, you can plan a visit to Lavadores Beach and Porto Historic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-Madalena.dx553248635976006707) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Vila Nova de Gaia ![Dom Luis I Bridge featuring street scenes, a bridge and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81321-Porto-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Porto [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto.dx603077) ![Photo by Marcial Gomes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/94f610565bc5ff97062efd6fa4d2dd11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Espinho [](https://expedia.co.uk/Espinho.dx178218) ![Photo by Julia Moreira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0db55e913afb96abd8d90256da0472d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gondomar [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gondomar.dx182226) ![Photo by Jazzinto ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3becd4a0999e40e36c471dd0583301db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Maria da Feira [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Maria-Da-Feira.dx182250) ![Photo by Julia Moreira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/160803a5cbd1e865a9a4304d657a5676.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Avintes [](https://expedia.co.uk/Avintes.dx3000443344) ![Aldoar Foz do Douro e Nevogilde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/994deeb9db6b67ad6d1bb5574fe80100.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aldoar Foz do Douro e Nevogilde [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aldoar-Foz-Do-Douro-E-Nevogilde.dx3000662154) ![Photo by Marcela Kutašová](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/029fe0dae79edbee62733c26f4ecafcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lordelo do Ouro e Massarelos [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lordelo-Do-Ouro-E-Massarelos.dx3000662162) ![Photo by Kent Buboltz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/44b0dfdfcab05943dc10e4ad82264ead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Arcozelo [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arcozelo.dx553248635964613912) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Vila Nova de Gaia worth visiting? > One of the most common things to do in Vila Nova de Gaia is explore Porto Cathedral. Check this major sight off your to-do list, then experience more of this area's coastal beaches and dining. ### How do I spend a day in Vila Nova de Gaia? > Once you've visited leading attractions like Luz Beach and Cais de Gaia, spend the rest of your day experiencing the retail and food options in Vila Nova de Gaia. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Vila Nova de Gaia? > The top tourist attraction in Vila Nova de Gaia is Porto Cathedral, so don't forget to put it on your agenda. ### Is three days enough to stay in Vila Nova de Gaia? > You can easily visit popular attractions like Porto Cathedral, Luz Beach and Cais de Gaia with a three-day trip to Vila Nova de Gaia. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stick around longer and check out Porto. ### Is Vila Nova de Gaia a walkable city? > It all comes down to what you'd like to see and do in Vila Nova de Gaia. Several sights, such as Porto Cathedral and Cais de Gaia, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Vila Nova de Gaia's neighbourhoods, União de Freguesias do Centro is 3 kms (2 miles) away from downtown, while Centro / Baixa is 3 kms (2 miles) away from the centre and also within walking distance. ### What are some activities to do in Vila Nova de Gaia with kids? > If you are after sights and activities for all ages, check out these excellent ideas for what to do in Vila Nova de Gaia with kids. > > > > - [Porto: River Douro 6 Bridges Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-river-douro-6-bridges-cruise.a4590666.activity-details) > - [Aveiro Half Day Tour from Porto](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/aveiro-half-day-tour-from-porto.a49635321.activity-details) > - [Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-six-bridges-panoramic-cruise-on-the-douro-river.a679228.activity-details) > - [Douro Valley and Régua Panoramic Cruise with Lunch from Porto](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-from-porto-to-regua-by-bus-and-return-by-boat.a1181926.activity-details) > - [Porto and Gaia: Walking Tour of Douro's Two Riversides](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-hour-walking-tour-in-two-banks-of-porto.a46562586.activity-details) ### What to do in Vila Nova de Gaia for adults? > Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or outdoor explorer, there are lots of things to do in Vila Nova de Gaia for adults including Taylor's Port Cellars and Real Companhia Velha Cellars. ### Are there free things to do in Vila Nova de Gaia? > In Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto Cathedral is a must-see spot for anyone wishing to tour the city without opening their wallet. 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