Mafamude e Vilar do Paraíso
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![#streetart #VilaNovaDeGaia #Portugal
While walking aimlessly through Vila Nova de Gaia I came across this painted staircase. What could be just a staircase without any attractions has become a beautiful example of how art can improve our relationship with the environment around us.
Ao passear sem destino por Vila Nova de Gaia deparei-me com esta escadaria toda pintada. O que poderia ser apenas uma escadaria sem nenhum atrativo transformou-se num belo exemplo de como a arte pode melhorar a nossa relação com o ambiente que nos cerca.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d36dcb6ae4678a4dd7ec7ca22c9a5456.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Mafamude
While you're in Mafamude, take in top sights like El Corte Inglés de Gaia or Teixeira Lopes House Museum, and hop on the metro to see more the city at João de Deus Station or Câmara de Gaia Station.
![Holiday Inn Porto Gaia, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1100000/1091200/1091161/7fc99fcd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2025
![B&B HOTEL Porto Gaia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105320000/105314100/105314073/16ae8af5_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2025
![GA Palace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92810000/92807500/92807493/43f56fbe_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![Gaia Residence](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44830000/44820600/44820581/83a99584_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2024
![Spot Family Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20200000/20193200/20193199/3c4da5df_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2025
![Oca Ribeira do Porto AT](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91180000/91170800/91170789/b04f6cc5_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2025
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Popular places to visit
![Ribeira Square featuring a monument, a square or plaza and a fountain](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81376-Ribeira-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ribeira Square
Perched on the banks of the River Douro, Ribeira Square is one of Porto’s oldest and most exciting districts.
![Porto featuring a city, shopping and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/56000/56871-Porto-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Porto Historic Center
You can learn about the history of Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória with a trip to Porto Historic Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
![Porto Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81351-Porto-Cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Porto Cathedral
This superb cathedral combining Gothic and Romanesque styles features a wealth of religious sculpture and painting.
![Casa da Musica showing street scenes and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81341-Casa-Da-Musica.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Casa da Música
Listen to classical and popular music concerts or dine out in style at one of Portugal’s most modern performance spaces.
![Porto City Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6991f56e1714c6a9f6e64dc1f42d3300.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Porto City Hall
After visiting Porto City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
![Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/afdcc2db7328d2030e48937a3127dc41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira with a trip to Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Amble around the area's waterfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
![Aveiro: Half-Day Tour from Porto with Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4847869/872086f3-92e4-4d4d-8a25-1e3646bdbc76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Aveiro: Half-Day Tour from Porto with Cruise
![From Porto: Aveiro, Paiva Walkways and Arouca 516 Footbridge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4766527/dd14ddfa-47cb-4f68-b013-9460e58b7eb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Porto: Aveiro, Paiva Walkways and Arouca 516 Footbridge
![From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758885/cafa3e65-42cb-4d1c-8a64-a4551fe06e99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Porto: Douro Valley w/ Boat Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch
![Porto: Live Fado Show with Glass of Port Wine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4533680/1751e2ae-0e69-40db-81ae-a1ea5cf779ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)