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Aveiro Adventure

Tiago Ferreira

Tiago Ferreira

24 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the charming city of Aveiro, known as the 'Venice of Portugal'. Discover its rich history, explore fascinating museums, relax in beautiful parks, and soak up the sun on stunning beaches. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Aveiro

Day 1Unveiling Aveiro's Treasures
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$43

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$ 9

Meliá Ria

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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Aveiro Museum
Religious art museum in a 15th-century convent with a baroque church & tomb of Princess Saint Joan.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
8 - 11 min

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Beira Mar - Jardim do Rossio
Waterfront park with palm trees & a departure point for gondola trips on the surrounding canals.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
11 - 16 min

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Infante Dom Pedro Park - City Park
Tranquil, scenic 19th-century city park with an art nouveau bandstand, ponds & picnic tables.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$5
10 - 12 min

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Museu Marítimo de Ílhavo e Aquário dos Bacalhaus
Local maritime history, including cod fishing, is the focus at this modern museum with live cod.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$18
Day 2Nature's Wonders and Beach Bliss
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$30

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$ 18

Meliá Ria

Depart from your stay 🏨

46 - 56 min

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Reserva Natural das Dunas de São Jacinto
Hiking & birdwatching amid tranquil woodland dunes, with beach access & coastal views.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
41 - 50 min

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Farol de Aveiro
Landmark red-&-white lighthouse, built in 1893, with 288 steps to sweeping ocean vistas.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
4 - 6 min

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Paredão da Barra Beach (Old Beach)
Scenic coastline with sandy shores, cozy eateries & cocktail spots, plus 2 classic lighthouses.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$8
8 - 10 min

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Praia da Costa Nova
Stretch of sandy beach known for its colorfully painted striped houses, with a promenade & dunes.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$13

Budget breakdown: $99 In total

Activities & Food:$73
Transport:$26