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Aveiro: A Journey Through Canals and Beaches

Andrea Velazquez

Andrea Velazquez

2 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure to Aveiro, Portugal, and discover the enchanting canals, stunning beaches, and rich cultural heritage. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Pelourinho de Frossos, explore the Aveiro Museum, and indulge in the serenity of Praia da Costa Nova. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in this picturesque coastal town!

Trip to Aveiro

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Viator

Day 1Unveiling Aveiro's Hidden Gems
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$90

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$ 35

Pelourinho de Frossos
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
21 - 26 min

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Garden Parish Church of Santa Joana
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
9 - 11 min

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Aveiro Museum
Religious art museum in a 15th-century convent with a baroque church & tomb of Princess Saint Joan.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$60
Day 2From Cathedrals to Fun Parks
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$110

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$ 18

Igreja Paroquial de Nossa Senhora da Glória / Sé Catedral de Aveiro
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$40
8 - 12 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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$20
5 - 6 min

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Green beans Fun Park
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$50
Day 3Exploring Nature's Treasures
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$40

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$ 35

Canal do Cojo
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
16 - 20 min

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Lugar dos Afetos
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
20 - 24 min

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Pateira de Frossos
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$20
Day 4Beach Bliss and Architectural Wonders
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$80

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$ 18

Praia da Costa Nova
Stretch of sandy beach known for its colorfully painted striped houses, with a promenade & dunes.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$50
13 - 16 min

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Church Nossa Senhora da Apresentação
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$30
Day 5Sun, Sand, and Lighthouse Delights
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$50

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$ 18

São Jacinto Beach
Rustic beach featuring a long, wide stretch of white sand bordered by dunes & a nature reserve.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$30
40 - 48 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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$20
Day 6Beachside History and Maritime Tales
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$70

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$ 18

Paredão da Barra Beach (Old Beach)
Scenic coastline with sandy shores, cozy eateries & cocktail spots, plus 2 classic lighthouses.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$30
10 - 12 min

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Ship Museum St. Andrew
Museum on a 71-m.-long docked cod-fishing ship that operated from 1949 until 1997.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$40
Day 7Embracing the Natural Beauty
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$20

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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$20
Day 8Gardens, Art, and Aveiro's History
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$120

Beira Mar - Jardim do Rossio
Waterfront park with palm trees & a departure point for gondola trips on the surrounding canals.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$20
3 - 4 min

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Museu de Arte Nova
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
2 - 3 min

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Aveiro City Museum
Museum in a former convent housing fine art, sacred objects & temporary exhibitions.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$50
Day 9Maritime Heritage and Cultural Delights
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$80

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$ 18

Ecomuseu Marinha da Troncalhada
Open-air museum showcasing traditional salt production, with guided tours available.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$30
9 - 14 min

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Canal de São Roque
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$10
11 - 16 min

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Casa de Santa Zita
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$20
12 - 15 min

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Centro de Religiosidade Marítima
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$20
Day 10Salt Pans and Maritime Museums
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$90

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$ 18

Salinas de Aveiro
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$20
11 - 14 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.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$70

Budget breakdown: $923 In total

Activities & Food:$750
Transport:$173