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Espaco Porto Cruz, Wine center with restaurant, rooftop terrace and wine shop in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal.

This five-story multifunctional complex features a gourmet restaurant, panoramic rooftop terrace and specialized Port wine shop, offering sweeping views of the Douro River and Porto city from its top-floor terrace location with modern architectural design elements.

Established in 2012 as a venue dedicated to celebrating Port wine and Portuguese culture, this modern building incorporates traditional elements and houses permanent exhibitions about the Douro region featuring contemporary artworks and historical artifacts.

The space regularly hosts temporary exhibitions by renowned Portuguese artists including Ana Salazar and Luís Buchinho, while offering interactive multimedia experiences that educate visitors about the history and characteristics of different Port wine varieties through engaging presentations.

Open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to midnight and Sundays from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, the center offers expert-guided tastings, a restaurant led by Chef Miguel Castro e Silva, and accessible parking nearby for convenient visitor access.

Visitors can use five interactive kiosks and multitouch tables to receive personalized Port wine recommendations based on their taste preferences, creating a customized tasting experience through innovative multimedia technology that combines sensory stimuli with detailed wine descriptions.

Location: Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada

Address: 23 Rua Cândido dos Reis 4400-222 Vila Nova de Gaia

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11:00-00:00; Sunday 11:00-19:00

Phone: +351220925401

Website: http://espacoportocruz.pt

GPS coordinates: 41.13763,-8.61297

Latest update: August 29, 2025 11:12

Rooftop bars in Porto: views of Douro, panoramic terraces, and cocktails

Porto and its region feature several rooftop bars situated at heights, allowing views of the city, the Douro River, and surrounding districts from privileged vantage points. These venues serve cocktails, Portuguese wines, and food, while offering perspectives on red-tiled roofs, metal bridges, and hills that define the city's distinctive geography. Included in this selection are the Portobello Rooftop Restaurant and Bar, combining Mediterranean cuisine with bar service; the Douro Sky Lounge facing the river; and MiraJazz, which hosts live concerts. Other locations like the Terrace Lounge 360° in Vila Nova de Gaia and the Rooftop at Porto Coliseum Hotel in the historic center complete the options. These spaces allow extending a day of sightseeing or starting an evening while enjoying Porto’s climate and topography.

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