Tour Aveiro

We provide unique moments and unforgettable experiences for visitors to the city of Aveiro. Our extremely friendly and experienced crew will show you the charms and secrets of the Ria. The boats that were once used in the lagoon´s hard lands, allow today a wonderful walk full of light, color and brightness through the seductive Ria of the city. From sunrise to sunset, at any time of the year, the Ria will always be a seduction and a source of pride.

Discover Aveiro, on this half day guided tour from Porto. See the famous Ria de Aveiro, the colourful houses in Costa Nova and learn about the community and the cities history! Do a relaxing boat cruise through the city canals and indulge yourself in a tasting of a delicious local sweet pastry “Ovos Moles”. To finish the day in the best way, visit the beach of Costa Nova and its peculiar coloured striped houses, forming a unique design in fishing houses in that area.

Discover Portugal’s answer to Venice – the pretty coastal town of Aveiro – on a half-day trip from Porto! Choose from a morning or afternoon tour, and then set out to explore the town with an expert guide. Soak up the charms of Aveiro’s town center on a walking tour, and then see the sights surrounding its canals from a traditional ‘moliceiro’ boat. Before returning to Porto, visit the sandy white beach of Costa Nova and admire the colorful architecture of the area’s charming old fishing houses.

The Moliceiro cruise in Aveiro is the best way to visit the city! From a unique perspective, a water road, you can learn the stories, heritage and traditions of this beautiful city of the canals.

We are the largest and most experienced bike and tour rental company in the Aveiro region. We are located in the most historic pedestrian street of Aveiro. Rua dos Combatentes da Grande Guerra nº 81 a 10-minute walk from the train station. If you need to leave luggage, strollers etc. at the store while taking a walk with no problems and at no cost. In addition to personalized services and advice, we offer helmets, locks, sunscreen and a great free map for every rental.

Our school is located in a stunning landscape with unmissable fauna and flora. When the host of the experience in a natural environment is one of the most robust and imposing animals, contrasting with all its sweetness and delicacy, it makes the baptism on horseback a lively, unique and unforgettable experience. Over 25 minutes in tune with the horse, any nature lover, with or without equestrian experience, child or adult, will awaken an illustrious and distinct sensation. It is an ideal experience to open doors to a whole passion for the equestrian world.

This is our most popular and original tour, the easy and family-friendly Aveiro Classic City Tour, a relaxing bike ride through the best sights in Aveiro. Through the water channels, the city's green gardens, the ecological lagoon route, history, art nouveau, moliceiro boats and hidden charms. An unforgettable tour!

Discover Aveiro from a different perspective on sightseeing and scavenger hunts in the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun, and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone—the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in Portuguese and English.

Under the immense water roof of the Ria de Aveiro there is another world where life unfolds in wonderful stories with still much to tell. Incredible trip aboard the traditional Moliceiro boat with guided tour and bird watching. Not to be missed with the Earth of water!

Explore the coastal towns of Aveiro then travel back in time to the old city of Coimbra on this Private 9-hour tour from Porto. Admire the canals and bridges in Aveiro with your private guide/driver. Continue to Coimbra where you will see the oldest University in Portugal, as well as its old buildings throughout the city. We will give you suggestions on what to do, but it will be personalized to the customer. If you have something specific that you want to visit you can go to on these cities.

Aveiro is known as "The Venice of Portugal" due to the network of canals that invade and give life to the city and where the colorful moliceiro boats circulate. The windows, decorated with the typical sweet “ovosos moles”, invite you to come in and taste this delicacy. We believe in a quality, punctual and personalized service, in order to guarantee the satisfaction of those who choose us. Our drivers and guides are committed professionals, who excel in friendliness and care.

Let yourself be taken to Coimbra, Portugal's first capital and the oldest university city in the country. Coimbra is a tradition with its students in black capes and with fado, a love story. To visit Coimbra is to discover Alta with the university, the Chapel of São Miguel and the Joanina Library of the century. XVIII, is to go down its alleys and reach Baixa with the Cathedral, the Church of Santa Cruz erected by Afonso Henriques – first king of Portugal – and where his tomb is; is to discover the Mondego River and get lost in a labyrinth of small streets. Portugal is land and water and Aveiro called the Venice of Portugal is an example of this. Flat land surrounded by channels where moliceiro boats are still a constant.

Starting around 08:30 AM, departing from Porto this memorable tour will take you to Aveiro which is considered the portuguese “Venice”, the city of the birds and great salt. Aveiro is also the museum city of "Art Noveau" and has some of the most beautiful colorful buildings of the country. Come discover this city in a traditional “moliceiro” boat along the lake channels and taste the typical regional sweets. Followed by Coimbra, a city known for being the students city, full of traditions and one of the oldest capitals of Portugal. Filled with monuments and historical treasures this city is waiting for you.

Situated next to the sea and the estuary, Aveiro is crossed by a network of channels through which the traditional moliceiros stroll. These boats that used to be used to collect algae, are now used for sightseeing. Along the canal we can admire several buildings in Art Nouveau style, and along the ria we find Ílhavo, a city by the sea where the famous Vista Alegre porcelain factory is located. Situated along the Mondego River, Coimbra is the city of students and has been named a World Heritage Site. Here 6 kings of Portugal were born as well as the country's first University and one of the oldest in Europe.

This tour will take you from Porto to Aveiro, considered by many as the "Venice of Portugal", which is famous for its large network of canals that flows through the city. On this excursion, you will also take a cruise on a "Moliceiro" boat (traditional boat of that city) that will lead you along the canals while admiring the unique tile facades of the city. You will also have the opportunity to see the colorful houses in Costa Nova. Aveiro has a rich and varied gastronomy, and the "soft eggs" – very sweet desserts are also one of the main representations of Aveiro.

The eternal "Portuguese Venice", bathed by a unique light, the city of Aveiro was recently considered "the most romantic city in Europe". This city is full of color and joy to live! In Aveiro we will explore its picturesque canals, admire the charming bridges and taste the famous soft eggs. There we will visit the beautiful beach of the Costa Nova, where the colorful beaches create a photographic wonder that contrasts with the serenity of the coast, and the salines of Aveiro. With us you will also discover the city centre and all the charm of the ria. To finish our boat tour, we will take a tour of about an hour in the boat Moliceiro, a typical sailing boat of the city river. Our final time will be spent strolling along the river and enjoying regional products stores, shopping and taking photos. After the tour, you can visit our store in the heart of Porto and discover and taste the wines of our partner farms.

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Aveiro with our personalized scooter tours! As we glide through the city, you'll have the chance to stroll through the historic canals and be enchanted by the vibrant colors of the Costa Nova houses, or visit the Ílhavo Maritime Museum. Each tour can also be exclusively tailored, ideal for those who wish to get to know Aveiro authentically and away from the crowds. Hop on, feel the thrill, and let us guide you to Aveiro’s enchanting city for a memorable adventure!

This tour is private, intended only for you and your family or friends. Very beautiful and very pleasant ride. Get to know a little of the north of Portugal with good animation and friendliness. We will pick you up at your hotel / apartment / for better comfort.

The clients will be picked up at their accomodation adress to start the ride to Porto, it will take around 8 / 12h. So the journey starts leaving Lisbon in direction of Óbidos, a ride of 1h20. Here there is a stop of 1h to enjoy a medieval town developed inside the walls of the castle. Then, next stop will be Nazaré (around 40 minutes from Óbidos), where the clients have free time for lunch and after that can walk around and visit the place of the Big Waves can be seen. The last stop will be Aveiro ( the Portuguese Venice), around 1h20 of ride, there during 2 hours, the clients have free time to enjoy a trip by boat through the Aveiro's channels and walk around the historical center. They arrive at their destination in Porto after a ride of 1h30. The price varies accordingly the number of people.

This 2-day tour of Porto and Aveiro stands out for its personalized and immersive approach, offering travelers an authentic experience, far off the beaten track. Accompanied by a passionate local guide, you will discover not only the emblematic sites such as the historic centre of Porto and the cellars in Gaia, but also hidden places, steeped in local history and traditions. The traditional boat ride in Aveiro and the spectacular views of the Douro River will enrich your adventure. This tour emphasizes the unique experiences and details that make up the wealth of the region, allowing you to fully experience the essence of Porto and Aveiro in two days. A tailor-made program that will delight curious and passionate about culture, history and gastronomy. Book now for a complete immersion!