Living at River Plaza means being minutes away from the main points of the city. A convenience that is associated with the possibility of being very close to the best beaches, the best restaurants and Port wine culture.
It is the city by the river and the sea, blessed with beaches from Aguada to Afurada, where people toast with unique flavors, thanks to its wealth of cuisine and the heritage of Port wine. Gaia is a young city that offers its residents a high standard of living.
With several bars and restaurants, the riverside area of Vila Nova de Gaia is the ideal place to enjoy wonderful views over the city of Porto.
In Vila Nova da Gaia can be found the most renowned Port wine cellars, including Ferreira, Graham’s, Croft, Churchill’s, Taylor’s, Offley and Cockburn’s.
Minutes away from River Plaza, the World of Wine is a project of national interest that compiles the history of Portuguese wine. With 6 themed museums, 9 restaurants and 15 spaces for socialising, WOW is the new cultural quarter full of new experiences with new features every week.
Info: wow.pt
The city’s cable car is just minutes from River Plaza and offers one of the best and most impressive views of the city. A journey through the cellars of Gaia, the historic district of Porto and the splendor of the Douro River.
Info: gaiacablecar.com
Riverbanks and coastline with 32 extensive sandy Blue Flag beaches. An environment that invites you to surf, Kitesurf and Windsurf or just take a break in one of its cafes or restaurants.
Info: cm-gaia.pt/praias
Designed with the reconciliation of playing golf and life in the big city in mind, Quinta do Fojo Golf is today the largest golf development centre in the North of the country. As well as golf, this space includes exceptional green spaces, six padel-tennis courts and a club house.
Info: golfojo.com
The Clérigos Tower is one of Porto’s most emblematic monuments: its 76 metres of height and over 200 steps give access to a privileged panoramic view over Porto.
Info: torredosclerigos.pt
A space with unique characteristics where music resides. Casa da Música is a building that has made its mark as one of the country’s main concert halls.
Info: casadamusica.com
Boosting an innovative concept that reflects the importance of sport, leisure, well-being and deep respect for nature, Douro Marina is much more than a marina.
Info: douromarina.com
The Yeatman is a unique and distinctive point of reference in the world of luxury hotels. Located in the upper part of the historical center of Vila Nova de Gaia, minutes from River Plaza, this hotel has fascinating views over the Douro River and Porto’s riverside area from its extensive gardens and spacious rooms and suites.
Info: the-yeatman-hotel.com