Carvalhos
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.
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.
Senhor da Pedra Chapel
Learn about the local history of Gulpilhares e Valadares with a stop at Senhor da Pedra Chapel. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area 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 riverfront or seek out the local tours.
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.
Things to do
The Unvanquished Tour in Porto City Center
City Sightseeing Porto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Extras
Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Tour from Porto with Boat Ride
Porto: Douro Valley Tour with Lunch, Boat Cruise & Tastings
Porto Walking Tour - The Perfect Introduction to the City
Top hotels in Carvalhos
The Log Porto Hotel by Piamonte Hotels
Fantastic hotel in the perfect location to watch FC Porto, 10 min walk to the stadium
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Eurostars Porto Douro
Espectacular, great location, comfortable, clean beautiful hotel!! We can’t wait to come back! 💜
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
One of the nicest hotels we have stayed at in Europe. It had a local of local flavor in the rooms and hallways. It is a very central location. Everything was easy and smooth.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Eurostars Aliados
Clean room. Staff friendly and helpful. Area is good for restaurants.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Hilton Porto Gaia
Convenient parking was the reason we chose to stay here, the cost was 20E per day and includes valet service. Location makes it easy enough to explore Gaia and Porto by foot, just prepare for steep inclines on both sides of the Douro. Uber, taxis, others methods of getting around are available also. ...
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hospes Infante Sagres Porto
Everything was perfect, the hotel was stunning and we were so well looked after from the moment we stepped foot into it. Super clean and organised, extreme attention to detail and the staff is amazing and so welcoming. The breakfast is wonderful. Wouldn’t change a single thing and will definitely ...
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
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 St. Ignatius Zoo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
