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Explore the beautiful city of Aveiro on a half-day tour from Porto. Admire the city's Art Nouveau and Baroque monuments on a walking tour, then take in the sights on a 1-hour traditional boat cruise.

Highlights

• Admire the Art Nouveau monuments of Aveiro
• Cruise along the canals by traditional 'moliceiro' boat
• See the stunning Baroque-style cathedrals
• Discover Aveiro, the “The Venice of Portugal”
• Observe the typical colourful houses on the Costa Nova beach

Description

Depart Porto and journey south to the beautiful coastal city of Aveiro on the Ria de Aveiro lagoon. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour through the historical city center to admire the bold Art Nouveau residences and charming foot bridges across the canals. Take stunning pictures of the Baroque-style cathedrals and other amazing architecture. Learn more about the history of the city and how it grew from a small fishing village to the 2nd most populous city in the Centro Region of Portugal. Hear how salt production in the salt marshes played an important role in the city's economy, from the days of the Romans. Then, climb aboard one of the traditional moliceiro boats used to collect sea grass in the lagoon. Cruise along the canals of the 'Venice of Portugal' to admire the colorful fishermen's houses of Costa Nova beach and get amazing views of the landscape.

Includes

Guided tour 1-hour cruise by traditional boat

Important Information

• Reservations will only be accepted if made at least 48 hours in advance
• Children from 0 to 5 years old can join for free. All extras are to be paid for by the adult in charge • Children from 6 to 10 years old get a 50% discount
• This tour does not operate on December 25 or January 1 Meals and drinks are not included Personal expenses and gratuities are not included

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund