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From Aveiro: Costa Nova, Barra, and Vista Alegre - A Half-Day Nature and Culture Tour
4.8
8 Ratings
Aveiro
Discover the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Aveiro with a half-day tour. Explore Costa Nova, Barra, and Vista Alegre to learn about the region’s history and see its stunning landscapes.
Discover the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Aveiro with a half-day tour. Explore Costa Nova, Barra, and Vista Alegre to learn about the region’s history and see its stunning landscapes.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Aveiro Lagoon - We’ll leave Aveiro and cross the Central Canal, arriving in the traditional salt fields and the Environmental Interpretation Centre, where we’ll attempt to spot flamingoes. Next we will visit Aveiro’s two quays - the distant-water fishing quay and the commercial quay - where we’ll learn more about the region’s natural evolution and economic history.
- Aveiro Lagoon - We’ll leave Aveiro and cross the Central Canal, arriving in the traditional salt fields and the Environmental Interpretation Centre, where we’ll attempt to spot flamingoes. Next we will visit Aveiro’s two quays - the distant-water fishing quay and the commercial quay - where we’ll learn more about the region’s natural evolution and economic history.
What's Included
- Bottled water provided
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- Bottled water provided
- Air-conditioned vehicles
Additional Information
Explore a youthful land sculpted by nature, where less than two millennia ago, there was open sea. This tour, centered on nature and the transformation of the landscape, offers insight into the remarkable Ria de Aveiro region, illustrating how it has influenced its inhabitants and been influenced by them. The salt pans, expansive canals, traditional…
Explore a youthful land sculpted by nature, where less than two millennia ago, there was open sea. This tour, centered on nature and the transformation of the landscape, offers insight into the remarkable Ria de Aveiro region, illustrating how it has influenced its inhabitants and been influenced by them. The salt pans, expansive canals, traditional boats, large fishing vessels, the striped houses of Costa Nova, the harbor entrance, the lighthouse, and the porcelain factory with its chapel at Vista Alegre are all remnants of the extraordinary efforts of men and women over the centuries. A distinctive journey through a unique region.
Location
Circular Pedestrian Bridge
Cais dos Mercanteis
In the parking lot, on the west side of the pedestrian bridge of the Botirões (AKA the loop bridge).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(8 Ratings)
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Jackie_s
Oct 20, 2025
Incredible Itinerary in the Company of a Gracious Host - We had a wonderful afternoon in Antonio’s gracious company, visiting beautiful and educational sights just outside of Aveiro. Antonio is a renaissance man, with deep knowledge of natural, historical, and commercial aspects of this region. We felt we were in the company of a good friend who was proudly touring us through his home region. Incredible how much we fit into an afternoon, while never feeling rushed. We learned about salt flats, flamingos, fishing ports, the drying of salt cod, colourful homes of Costa Nova, and finished with a tour of the incredible porcelain museum at Vista Alegre….An impeccably designed itinerary. We would have never been able to see and learn so much on our own. Antonio is a natural teacher and warm host whose love for sharing his local knowledge is immediately evident. Thank you, Antonio, for a memorable tour. We enjoyed every minute. This will be an A++ highlight of our time in Portugal.
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Carole
Apr 10, 2025
An Aveiro tour for those in Aveiro. - This is one of the few tours in Aveiro for Aveiro. Tony picked us up at our Aveiro hotel, on time, and drove us to sites while explaining them with passion and love, sprinkled with humor. While the flamingos didn't show, we saw lots of nesting storks instead. Tony engaged the lighthouse keepers and the personal and painters at the Vista Alegre factory to make the tour more special and interesting. He went above and beyond with taking us to the fish market, and then after collecting our luggage at our hotel to the train station. A wonderful person giving a wonderful tour.
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Flaviep605
Aug 22, 2024
Very pleasant and rewarding visit! - A very friendly, funny and above all passionate Guide! We went there together and this trip allowed us to discover very beautiful places such as the lighthouse, Costa nova, the saltworks of Aveiro, the fishing port, the beach of Costa nova that we would not be able to go without this guided tour because you have to be transported or take the bus to get there. We were also given a guided tour of the Vista alegre factory, a porcelain factory, as well as the church right next door! We learned lots of new things about Portugal's beautiful culture, history and heritage from him and had a great afternoon. Finally, having seen our interest and our multiple questions, the tour lasted 4 hours instead of 2:30, we of course tipped him! Afternoon very pleasant which allowed us to enjoy well by being guided, I advise. Thanks again!
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Graeme_r
Oct 28, 2023
Wonderful experience with surprising visits. - We had a wonderful tour with Tony who took us to some great locations and gave a great explanation of the history and the important sites of the location. He went above and beyond what we expected from the experience and would certainly recommend his tour to anyone visiting Aveiro. One of the best tours we have had in Portugal. We enjoyed all aspects of the trip and thank you Tony/Antonio for such a fantastic time. We can't thank you enough for the tour.
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Bonnie_r
Sep 9, 2023
Amazing, Informative, Beautiful - Tony is a remarkable guide because he is so knowledgeable about everything he shows you: the history of the areas, the salt flats, the birds, why the houses are striped, and most impressively the church and porcelain factory. He had a wealth of information and is kind and humorous. I highly recommend him as your tour guide.
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Emjry
Sep 1, 2023
Definitely recommend as an experience in Averio - Antonio was a great and fun guide. He went above and beyond. He made our experience of Averio magical. You would not understand all of this driving around yourself. He was informative and did everything that the tour said it would do. It was a great afternoons and would definitely recommend.
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Joel
Jun 26, 2025
A nice walk to the sea - Just lacked a little better car.
All other top tips.
A good visit, but the car was with problem, all others too good.
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Neusa_d
Jun 16, 2023
Aveiro tour - The pick-up point for this tour was very easy and straightforward to find. Tony was already waiting for me, we started on time.
It was my first time visiting Aveiro, my guide Tony was really good at giving me the background of Aveiro. Tony is very friendly and respectful. He knows the city very well and its history at every stop in the tour; he is also ready to answer any questions
I saw some flamingos at the start and end of the tour. Costa nova was also a very nice spot to look at and take pictures. The tour ended in Vista Alegre, where we visited the museum and the church. Loved the pieces/history in the museum!
I would definitely encourage to book this tour if you would like to know more about Aveiro 😊!
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