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Raise a glass to the timeless allure of Vila Nova de Gaia, the historic port wine capital perched across the Douro River from Porto, where centuries-old wine lodges (caves) line the riverbank with barrel-lined cellars offering intimate tastings of ruby, tawny, and vintage ports, the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge frames panoramic views of Porto’s skyline and Gaia’s terraced slopes, and the Gaia Cable Car glides above the rooftops for breathtaking sunset vistas over the river and port cellars.
Stroll the scenic Ribeira de Gaia promenade lined with riverside restaurants, visit historic cellars like Taylor’s, Graham’s, or Sandeman for guided tours and tastings, explore the lively Cais de Gaia waterfront with its lively cafés and live music, or hike the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley just beyond the town—all in a destination that masterfully blends world-class wine culture with warm Portuguese hospitality and the unmistakable romance of the Douro.
Savor rich vintage port, nutty tawny aged for decades, crisp white ports, and local petiscos amid candlelit cellars, riverfront dining, and the gentle rhythm of a town that has defined the world’s finest fortified wine for over 300 years.
Vila Nova de Gaia isn’t just a wine destination—it’s the soul of port itself—plan your Douro River escape today!
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