Aparthotels in Vila Nova de Gaia

Travellers to Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada might want a tour of Sandeman Cellars in Santa Marinha. Our travellers also like this historical area for its riverfront setting. If you enjoy your tour, head to World of Wine or Taylor’s Port Cellars, both within a short walking distance.

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to Cais de Gaia – just one of the monuments in Santa Marinha.

If you're interested in local religious buildings head to Gulpilhares – home to Senhor da Pedra Chapel. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is family-friendly and that it has lots of nice beaches.

It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a visit to St. Ignatius Zoo, located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from central Avintes. Why not take a stroll along the port and watch the sunset while you're here? If you have fun at St. Ignatius Zoo, you'll love Lavandeira Municipal Park and Centro Cultural STOP, both located nearby.

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to El Corte Inglés de Gaia in Mafamude. Our travellers also like this historical area for its riverfront setting.

Santa Marinha is home to Gaia Cable Car, so why not stop by during your stay in Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada? Our travellers also like this historical area for its riverfront setting.

If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Lavadores Beach, located 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from central Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Luz Beach, Matosinhos Beach and Ingleses Beach.

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Jardim do Morro Park in Santa Marinha. Hotels.com travellers also say the area is family-friendly and that it has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Crystal Palace Gardens and Cidade do Porto Park, both nearby.