Located in the old warehouses of Taylor’s cellars, in the historic area of Gaia, WOW - World of Wine is an innovative cultural space that combines the world of wines with the region's history, gastronomy, cork and fashion. In the 55,000-square-meter block, which opened in 2020, there are six themed museums, nine restaurant spaces, a wine school, several shops and exhibition spaces.
It opened in 2000 with the aim of bringing the community closer to Nature and raising awareness of the protection of wildlife. With around 600 animals and 200 species, here you will find snow leopard, Humboldt penguins, pygmy hippos, spider monkeys, or even crocodiles, Philippine deer, pythons and tarantulas, among many other animals, that live according to its habitat. Daily it is possible to watch fantastic demonstrations with birds of prey or reptiles and even feed penguins.
Occupying a total area of 35 hectares, the Biological Park of Vila Nova de Gaia aims to be a center for environmental education, with a pedagogical purpose that involves understanding the landscape of the region and the contrast between the agroforestry landscape and the urban surroundings. Thus, the visitor can contact with hundreds of animal and plant species in the wild. It also has a recovery center for animals found injured or held in captivity illegally, and a plant nursery.
The Microlândia Club, is located on a terrace of the Arrábida Shopping, is a fun space with 12 bowling lanes equipped with the most advanced technology. Also offers entertainment for children, billiards, sports games machines and a bar.