3+ ARTE — Attraction in Vila Nova de Gaia

A hidden gem, a diamond in the rough. Call it whatever you want but this place is special. And here’s why:

Ana and Maria wanted a place for artists to meet, share, collaborate, and inspire each other. It’s also a place for artists to get exposure and sell their art. But this place is so much more than an oasis for artists; it’s also an excellent hole in the wall for a solo traveler like myself just exploring the back alleys of Gaia. Come in and sip a glass of port wine (or other types of wine) and soak in the eclectic vibe and chill sounds of this place. You’ll learn that they host events, offer bike rentals, Segway tours, car tours, and of course, Art!

They’re a couple of ladies that have gone against the grain and opened a cool, trendy, open-minded location (in a street with otherwise formal neighbors) where they host outlandish events that are for the more curious visitors.

Stop by, order a glass of wine, take in the vibes, and chat with Ana & Maria. You’ll learn something new from them, I...

This art gallery/café offers different types of quality meals made of local products for low prices! Cheese plates, chouriço, bread, olives, suprising and great dessert, etc. They also offer alcoholic beverages such as beers and cocktails. Moreover, they offer different tasters of Niepoort Port wine!

What makes going to 3+ arte that much more fun is that you can have a chat with the owner about anything and she will always try to make things more interesting! She thought us lots of different things from the marmelade & cheese dessert to the port wines!

A great location, that supports local talent, expertise...

This is a wonderfully unique place in Vila Nova de Gaia, nestled amongst the port lodges. It is a space for artists to create and then sell their art to the public. Most of the building is used for displaying and selling various types of art - a lot of which is quirky, unique and unlikely to be found anywhere else. If you are looking for an unusual gift then this may just be the place for you. The site also includes a cafe/bar area where you can enjoy port by the glass or small plates of food, such as the excellent local sausage. Prices are reasonable too. Definitely...