Porto Trip Overview
Located in the west of Portugal, Aveiro and Costa Nova are two must-see places for those who want to know a region that combines the Ria, the channels, and urban areas like no other in Portugal.
Known as the Venice of Portugal, Aveiro is a fishing village that looks more like a balcony with privileged views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Here, tradition walks arm in arm with modernity.
With its channels loaded with colourful boats – the Moliceiros – Aveiro is a city of channels that lead us to embark on a journey through its historic heritage, dominated by Roman influence, leaving room for the charm of Art Nouveau and industrial architecture.
Separated by a lagoon or estuary, Aveiro and the Costa Nova are long-standing neighbours which have known each other for all of time.
Famous for its beautiful houses with colourful striped, Costa Nova takes us to paradise beaches, in what has become one of the main summer holiday areas in Portugal.
The perfect setting for a private visit is set.
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* Duration: 10 to 12 hours
* Starts: Porto, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Porto, Porto, Portugal
Located in the west of Portugal, Aveiro and Costa Nova are two must-see places for those who want to know a region that combines the Ria, the channels, and urban areas like no other in Portugal.
Known as the Venice of Portugal, Aveiro is a fishing village that looks more like a balcony with privileged views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Here, tradition walks arm in arm with modernity.
With its channels loaded with colourful boats – the Moliceiros – Aveiro is a city of channels that lead us to embark on a journey through its historic heritage, dominated by Roman influence, leaving room for the charm of Art Nouveau and industrial architecture.
Separated by a lagoon or estuary, Aveiro and the Costa Nova are long-standing neighbours which have known each other for all of time.
Famous for its beautiful houses with colourful striped, Costa Nova takes us to paradise beaches, in what has become one of the main summer holiday areas in Portugal.
The perfect setting for a private visit is set.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Liberdade Square, Avenida dos Aliados Downtown, Porto 4049-066 Portugal
The Praça da Liberdade (Liberty Square) is Porto’s main square and it connects the old town with the modern part of the city.
The plaza is in the heart of Porto, very close to the Torre dos Clérigos (Clérigos Tower) and São Bento Railway Station.
In the middle of the Praça is a 10-meter bronze equestrian statue of King Peter IV from 1862. The King holds the Constitution in his hands and shows it to the people, itself a symbol of the King since he fought to protect it during the Liberal Wars.
Stop At: Marinha da Noeirinha, R. do Dr. Bernardino Machado, Aveiro 3800-155 Portugal
Visita guiada às Salinas de Aveiro e aos seus marmotos
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Museu de Aveiro, Avenida Santa Joana Princesa Convento de Jesus, Aveiro 3810-329 Portugal
Visite o Museu da Cidade de Aveiro, uma das artes sagradas mais importantes do país.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Praia da Costa Nova, Rua da Quinta do Cravo 17, Gafanha da Encarnacao, Ilhavo 3830 Portugal
Paragem na praia marginal da Costa Nova, onde os palheiros de madeira estão alinhados, pintados com listras de cores fortes alternadas com branco.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Farol da Barra, Largo do Farol, Ilhavo 3830-753 Portugal
Paragem na praia da Barra para apreciar seu imponente farol, um dos mais altos da Europa.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Igreja da Misericordia de Aveiro, Rua Coimbra 23, Aveiro 3810-086 Portugal
Visita a Igreja da Misericórdia de Aveiro a partir do final do século XVI.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ria de Aveiro, S/0 Rua do Doutor Barbosa de Magalhaes, Aveiro 3800-154 Portugal
Passeio de barcos moliceiros de 45 minutos na Ria a Aveiro.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Endless Weekend Tours, R. Poente da Colónia Dr. Manuel Laranjeira 10, 4200-451 Porto, Portugal
Endless Weekend offers driver-guided private tours in and from Porto to their monuments and histories, to nature regions, to demarcated wine regions, gastronomic and much more, all at the helm of our luxury Vans and Suvs.
Rain or shine, we have a good time!
Duration: 5 minutes
