CAR: Cars are the easiest mode of transportation in the Douro Valley - we suggest renting a car from Porto (or Lisbon) to get around most efficiently. Note taxis are limited in the Douro Valley but we will provide phone numbers of taxi companies at a later date. RIDESHARES DO NOT EXIST IN THE DOURO VALLEY. TRAIN: There is a train that takes you from town to town, and the Pinhão stop is just steps away from our venue. When trains arrive, there are typically taxis are lined up at the train stop taxi stand.
Welcome BBQ (Night 1): The Welcome BBQ will take place at Quinta da Roêda, a short drive away from the suggested hotels. Transportation will be provided to and from the suggested hotels. Wedding Night (Night 2): The Wedding Night will take place at The Vintage House, and transportation will be provided to and from the other two suggested hotels.
Yes! The Vintage House has ample, free parking if you choose to drive to our wedding.
Of course! There are a variety of nearby Airbnbs, hotels, quintas or other accomodations in and around Pinhão. Please note that transportation will not be provided outside of the suggested hotels.
Castas e Pratos (Régua) – A modern yet cozy restaurant located in an old railway warehouse, offering delicious regional dishes paired with excellent Douro wines. If coming from The Vintage House, the train takes you three stops from Pinhão to Régua. Tasca da Quinta (Régua) – A rustic eatery offering a more casual and authentic Douro experience. Enjoy hearty regional dishes in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. DOC by Chef Rui Paula (Between Régua & Pinhão) – One of the top fine dining experiences in the Douro, DOC blends modern culinary artistry with regional flavors. Located on a deck over the river, it offers stunning views and an exquisite tasting menu that showcases the best of Douro cuisine. If coming from The Vintage House, we recommend driving or taking a taxi. Veladouro (Pinhão) – A charming restaurant with stunning river views, serving traditional Portuguese food with a focus on fresh, local ingredients. If traveling from any of the recommended hotels, it is no more than a 13 minute walk. Rufete (Pinhão) - Rufete is a charming, family‑run Portuguese restaurant situated just steps from Pinhão’s picturesque train station. Beloved for its perfectly cooked veal chops, lamb and steak dishes—alongside fresh pork cheek and bacalhau com miga—it offers generous portions, friendly service, and delightful regional wines including house red and port. Locals and travelers alike praise its warm ambiance and dessert specialty, the red‑velvet or “drunken” cake. It is a 4 minute walk from our venue! The Vintage House (Pinhão) - Our venue, The Vintage House Hotel, boasts its own elegant Rabelo Restaurant, where you and can enjoy refined regional cuisine—lunch and dinner are served either beneath vaulted ceilings or on the sun-soaked riverside terrace overlooking the Douro, all accompanied by wines sourced from the valley itself.
While we love your little ones, this will be an adults-only affair. However, if you choose to travel to Portugal with your kid(s), we can assist you with hiring a local babysitter during the festivities. Please reach out to Jordy or Kinsey for additional information.