Things to do in Vila Nova de Gaia

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Things to Do in Vila Nova de Gaia


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  • marie P
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The tour was fabulous and the guide Henrique was so knowledgeable, passionate and personable. We learned so much and the tasting was great.
    Written 12 March 2024
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  • anne
    Cincinnati, OH37 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great little place; a little off the main thoroughfare; definitely worth the few extra steps. We skipped the tour and enjoyed a port tasting. Well done.
    Written 9 March 2024
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  • Komator
    Barcelona, Spain894 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went to Taylor's Port to taste Port wines; we didn't take the cellar tour. You have the option to taste different Port wines from one of the reference cellars. The prices are high. However, the space is beautiful, and the staff is very friendly and pleasant.
    Written 28 January 2024
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  • Jo
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We enjoyed an interesting tour around Cockburns finishing with a chocolate/port tasting which we highly recommend as the different chocolates really complemented each port.
    Written 2 November 2023
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  • eak49
    Sunnyvale, CA216 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Standard big house tour at one of the major port producers.

    Highlights:
    - Got to go into the caves
    - Tour guide was informative and entertaining
    - Tasting at the end for 3 different versions
    - Short video where you saw the vineyards

    Lowlights:
    - A bit cheesy with the guides wearing the cape and hat
    - Booked ahead of time--many people got turned away trying to book that day or ones right after

    Was fine to do while in Porto.
    Written 11 October 2023
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  • Diogo Leitão
    Lisbon, Portugal17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Best view of Porto. Can be accessed via a small climb from Jardim do Morro (at the Gaia-end of the D. Luis bridge, when crossed on the upper deck). To get there, I recommend climbing one of Porto's scenic stairs (e.g. Escada da Verdade) or taking the Gaia "teleférico" (cable car) for 7€.
    Written 30 December 2023
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  • Brittany BP
    Baltimore, MD4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Crash course on how wine is made. If you are a wine enthusiast, you will appreciate the history. Its not a large amount of wine tasting. So I wouldn't recommend it if you are looking for a tasting experience.
    Written 16 March 2024
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  • MIchkoM
    Nice, France137 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I enjoyed some fabulous old tawny port wine. Loved the atmosphere. Staff was extremely friendly. A bit pricey but I thought it was worth it
    Written 18 January 2024
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  • Brent1977
    Edinburgh, UK24 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great personal tour, by Edgar. Interesting history and tastings superb. Would actually do this tour again. Better than corporate offerings by a country mile. Quality of tastings also a cut above.
    Written 5 December 2023
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  • Barbara-BrookeMorales-Murphy
    London, UK1,230 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visit this Winery at the port of Porto. You can arrange to take a tour and learn all about this Winery's history and the very interesting lady Antonia Ferreira.
    Sample some of their port wines afterwards.
    Written 11 October 2023
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  • Caron A
    Dubrovnik, Croatia52 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Really enjoyed seeing the city from above give a real perspective of how the areas are made up. We had a return trip but quite easy to walk down, during Feb they allow you to have the car to yourself, there was two of us but in summer minimum of 4 to max of 8 in each car.
    Written 4 February 2024
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  • Rachel C
    Canterbury, UK114 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by very friendly and knowledgeable staff.
    We only wanted to sample fine Port, therefore bought the ‘Golden Years Port Tasting Experience’
    The guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The group size was far less than other Port Lodges. We were given a very personal service.
    The quality of the Port was SUPURB. After the tour and the tastings, we chatted with staff and they arranged for some further tastings as we were keen to compare.
    We bought delicious Port and are negotiating with Phillipa to ship some home.
    We visited some of the bigger Port houses following this, but they were not a patch on the whole Poças experience.
    Written 14 September 2023
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