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Museum · Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto
WOW – World of Wine
Cultural quarter set in former Port wine warehouses on the hill above the Cais de Gaia, with thematic museums about wine, cork, chocolate and Porto's history, as well as restaurants and a view terrace.
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About WOW – World of Wine
The WOW – World of Wine occupies restored former Port wine warehouses on the slope above the Cais de Gaia and opened in 2020. The stone buildings, some over three centuries old, stored the pipes that arrived from the Douro for generations.
The quarter brings together several themed, interactive museums, including one dedicated to wine and Portugal's wine regions, another to cork, another to chocolate with on-site production, and another to the history of Porto.
There is also a wine school offering tastings and short courses, temporary exhibitions, shops and about a dozen restaurants and bars.
The central square and terraces overlook the river and the Ribeira on the opposite bank.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
One to three hours, depending on the museums chosen.
Best time
Any time of year; a good option for a rainy day. The terraces are pleasant at sunset.
How to get there
It is on Rua do Choupelo, about a 5-minute walk up the hill from the Cais de Gaia.
Tip
The museums have separate or combined tickets; choose the themes that interest you. Combine it with a cellar visit.
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Frequently asked questions about WOW – World of Wine
What is the WOW?
A cultural quarter in former wine warehouses in Gaia, with themed museums, restaurants and a wine school.
What museums are in the WOW?
Museums about wine, cork, chocolate and the history of Porto, among others.
Where is the WOW?
On Rua do Choupelo, above the Cais de Gaia.