"Portuguese Venice" is the famous name that the city of Aveiro has become known by. If you are looking to explore the reason behind this name and experience the captivating beauty of this place, then this private tour is the perfect option for you.
- Discover the formidable Portuguese city known as the "Portuguese Venice": Aveiro.
- Enjoy a 45-minute boat tour in a typical Moliceiro and admire the city from a unique point of view.
- Taste and learn about the history of Aveiro's typical sweet - ovos moles - that have been made for over 500 years.
- Visit the Costa Nova area and its beach and admire the famous colourful fishermen's houses.
Begin this experience with a pick-up at your accommodation with a dedicated guide and prepare to be amazed by this private half-day tour ahead of you.
Notice the details pointed out by your guide on the way, and on arrival at your destination be welcomed to all the charm and culture of Aveiro. This city, in contrast to the cosmopolitan bustle of Oporto, will grant you a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Feel invited to appreciate a gentler pace.
Throughout a walking tour, we will visit the beautiful historic centre of the city. With your guide, you will be able to explore and get information about the several buildings and monuments built in the "Art Nouveau" style – Artistic style that led the city of Aveiro to become known as the "city-museum of Art Nouveau".
Considering that Aveiro is precisely a famous city thanks to its magnificent and vast network of serene canals, the highlight of this journey could not be missed, meaning taking part in a 45-minute boat trip on one of Aveiro's typical colourful boats, the Moliceiro. Relax, enjoy the sights and take the chance to create everlasting memories surrounded by all the artistic and historical majesty.
After the boat trip, it's time to delight your palate with a tasting of a traditional recipe of excellence protected by the European Union itself: ovos moles. A typical sweet delicacy that appeared in the 16th century at the Convent of Jesus in Aveiro.
Then, on this our private tour, you will visit Costa Nova. A former fishing village that became later a holiday destination. Located next to the sea, you will have the chance to see and stroll near the old fishermen's colourful houses, known as palheiros, that can be found on the amazing Costa Nova beach. We can assure you that you have never seen houses like these!
After being left with a sense of serenity and beauty through this magnificent visit, we will return peacefully to Porto, where your private tour of Aveiro and Costa Nova will end at the doorstep of your accommodation.
- All services comply with our Sustainability Code. In addition, this activity:
- The use of printed material is avoided. No documentation printing is required.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity promotes local production.
- It fosters local job creation.
- It has a gender equality policy.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups, learn more about our social cause LivingTourians with 1x1 Cause.
- The order of the visits may vary depending on the availability of access times.
- The moliceiro boat tour will be shared with external participants, in a boat with a maximum capacity of 30 people.
- If it is not possible to make the boat ride in Aveiro due to bad weather, the activity will be replaced by an electric tuk tuk ride.
Frequently asked questions
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To book this activity, choose the desired date and complete the form. Confirmation is immediate.
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This activity does not require a minimum number of participants.
- Pick up at your hotel in hotels and accommodation units in the center of Porto and Vila nova de Gaia.
- You can also be picked up at a private address other than hotels in the center of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia (the cities of Matosinhos are outside the search limits).
- Please contact us with the name of your hotel/address if you cannot enter it during the checkout step.
