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Carcavelos Bridge, Aveiro

A journey through two of the most beautiful cities in the north of the country with surprises, history and curiosities.Do you know what we are talking about? We'll tell you all the details... Aveiro We leave early in the morning to make the most of the day. A walk through the most beautiful areas of the city to work up an appetite and continue on to the Carcavelos Bridge, a symbol of Art Nouveau, which we will tell you about in detail and also a good place from which to go to the Chapel of São Gonçalinho, which houses relics from the 18th century. We have a few stories to tell you! But for stories, you should go to the Arte Nova Museum, which allows you to learn about the social and cultural context of the origin of the movement while you sit in Captain Major Pessoa's tea house and listen to live jazz music. Quite an experience! Next, if you choose the option, we'll take a 45-minute ride aboard one of the traditional "Moliceiros" boats, similar in design to the Venetian gondolas. Before finishing, we will make a last stop at the Monument to José Estêvão Coelho de Magalhães, one of the most illustrious politicians in the history of Portugal. But what about all the recommendations and picturesque spots we've told you about? You have free time to explore the city at your leisure! Recommendation: Don't leave without trying the local gastronomy! Costa Nova We'll then leave Aveiro and head towards Costa Nova, one of Portugal's most spectacular beaches, known for the iconic striped houses that line the bay. You will be able to take pictures and enjoy a guided tour of the beach most loved by lovers of water sports such as surfing, windsurfing or sailing. Capelha do Senhor da Pedra This picturesque 17th century chapel is located on the rocks of the beach of the same name in Vila Nova de Gaia. Its privileged location on the granite makes it stand defiantly in front of the Atlantic despite not reaching 10 metres in height. Built on a hexagonal plan in 1686 in a place of pagan cults, it stands out for its main altar with Baroque carvings and the two side altarpieces that surround the crucified Christ. The access stairway is 150 metres from the promenade, so it is necessary to cross the sand and stones to reach it. This means that, at high tide, it is impossible to walk to it as it is surrounded by the sea. It promises to be an unforgettable experience, book now!

Experience the beauty of Aveiro on a boat cruise aboard an authentic Moliceiro. Start by exploring Aveiro's sacred area, followed by a walking tour through the Beira Mar neighborhood, with a sweet stop to taste the traditional ovos moles. Be greeted by your local guide at M Bakery in the spiritual heart of Aveiro. Begin your tour by exploring this historic area, rich in sacred landmarks and stop to indulge in a tasting of ovos moles, a beloved local sweet. Next, walk toward the charming Beira Mar neighborhood, traditionally home to fishermen and salt workers. As you stroll through the narrow streets, admire the vibrantly colored buildings along the canal. After your walking tour, board an iconic Moliceiro boat and set off on a colorful cruise through the city's picturesque waterways. Glide along in this elegant boat, snapping pictures of landmarks like the City Council building, a 15th-century mill, and the romantic Carcavelos Bridge. Witness the transition from the city's historic core to the modern area, featuring a shopping center and a ceramic factory-turned-convention center. The walking tour will last approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, and the cruise will last 45 minutes, each guided by different guides, with a break between the activities. On the boat, guests will be grouped into a group of up to 34 people. Please note: If you wish to book the tour as a private experience, only the walking tour can be arranged privately. The boat cruise cannot be made private, as each Moliceiro accommodates up to 34 people.

Lose yourself through the narrow cobbled streets, Art Nouveau buildings, and tile panels in the typical Beira-mar neighborhood with an experienced guide. Explore locals’ favorite places, the best of Aveiro’s food, and learn about its rich history. Find out why Aveiro is the Portuguese capital of Art Nouveau and what the famous "marnoto" does. See the beautiful building of the Museum of Art Nouveau and others of its route, São Gonçalinho's Chapel and lose yourself into the narrow streets of the neighborhood. Taste the typical sweets in a place with more than a hundred years of experience making the most genuine and famous “ovos moles”. Let yourself be lost in the past and see where it all began, in the famous Republic Square. Here you can also see the beautiful Mercy Church, the City Hall, and the statue of an important “Aveirense” – José Estevão. Continuing the tour, observe the beautiful Casa de Santa Zita, the Aveiro Museum facade – housed in the former Convent of Jesus of the Feminine Dominican Order, and whose prestige was definitively associated with the presence of Princess Santa Joana, and the Cathedral of Aveiro. Before enjoying the long-awaited moliceiro ride, we will give you a colored ribbon to put on the famous "Friendship Bridge" . You will leave your mark forever in Aveiro! :) In the end, enjoy a beautiful shared moliceiro boat tour. To come to Aveiro and not to go on a “moliceiro”, is like going to Rome and not seeing the Pope.

Our visit begins at Largo do Jardim do Rossio where our guide will be waiting for you and the journey will start. During the 45-minute trip, you will be able to see some of the most characteristic features of Aveiro, accompanied by the explanations of our local guide who, in addition to the history of the city and its canals, will tell you secrets and curiosities. Our guides will explain everything about the Moliceiro and the Mercantel traditional boats. We will pass through the fishermen's neighborhood, the Beira Mar neighborhood, the oldest in Aveiro and where some of the typical fishermen's houses are preserved, and we will also see the traditional salt warehouses. We will pass through the Ceramic Factory of Jernoymo Pereira Campos. This red-brick factory and industrial style contrasts with the Art Nouveau of the buildings on the estuary and is where, currently, the Aveiro Congress Center is located. The Carcavelos Bridge will remind us of Venetians bridges or the curious Ponte Laços de Amizade, which is known as the bridge of lovers, and it is full of ribbons of all possible colors with messages of love. Our Guides

Whether you’re taking a break from your Lisbon to Porto train ride or making a special trip, this circular walk is the perfect way to explore the city. Explore the beauty and history of Aveiro with the Walkbox app — your personal companion for discovering the city at your own pace, enhanced by real-time WhatsApp communication with the tour curator — from smooth onboarding to personal tips and assistance throughout your journey. Content is available in English, Portuguese, French and Spanish. Walkbox is a top-rated and intuitive guide that works offline, offering a captivating walking tour experience with engaging stories, authentic insights, and natural-sounding audio guides that plays automatically as you explore — helping you experience Aveiro like a local. You're free to do the tour whenever you like, in full or in parts, within 5 days of your booking date. To ensure everything runs smoothly, your tour curator will send you clear instructions after booking and remains available for remote support before and during your experience, should you need it. Explore over 50 points of interest, including iconic landmarks, the typical canals, picturesque streets, hidden gems, and vibrant areas that showcase the city’s rich cultural heritage and timeless beauty. With a total length of 5.5 km, the route is easy and takes approximately 3 to 4 hours to complete, depending on your pace and the stops you choose to enjoy along the way. Your walk begins and ends at the picturesque Aveiro Train Station. Your tour kicks off on Avenida Doutor Lourenço Peixinho, guiding you toward the serene Côjo Canal. Stroll along the north bank to the iconic Former Captainship of the Port of Aveiro, then dive into the vibrant Beira Mar neighborhood. Here, you’ll pass through Praça 14 de Julho, the lively Largo da Praça do Peixe, and the charming Cais dos Botirões. As you continue, weave through the narrow alleys of the southern Beira Mar, arriving at Praça do Rossio and the Central Canal, where Aveiro’s stunning Art Nouveau houses await. Wander through the City Hall square, down one of the city’s oldest streets to Praça Marquês de Pombal, and explore the historic and highly recommended Aveiro Museum - Santa Joana, located within the Jesus Convent. The walk wraps up with a return along the Côjo Canal, before heading back to the Train Station, completing your walking tour of Aveiro.

Experience the beauty of Aveiro from the water and on foot in this guided two-part tour. Your journey begins with a guided and informative cruise aboard an authentic Moliceiro boat, departing from Cais Aveiro no Coração, right in the heart of the city. (Unless otherwise informed by email due to unforeseen changes). As you glide through Aveiro's picturesque waterways, take in the sights of iconic landmarks such as the City Council building, a 15th-century tide mill, and the romantic Carcavelos Bridge. The tour also highlights the contrast between the historic charm of the old town and the city’s modern side, including a shopping centre and a former ceramics factory now converted into a convention centre. The boat tour lasts approximately 45 minutes. Please arrive a few minutes early and identify yourself with the name on your booking — let the team know you’re part of the Bik&Vento reservation. After the cruise, your local guide — easily identified by a Bik&Vento badge — will be waiting at the dock to continue with a walking tour through Aveiro's most emblematic neighborhoods. Begin your walk through the Beira Mar neighborhood, traditionally home to fishermen and salt workers. Wander the colourful streets lined with art nouveau buildings, local shops, and canals, while uncovering stories of Aveiro’s maritime past and everyday life. Next, head into the city’s spiritual centre, home to sacred landmarks that reflect Aveiro’s religious heritage. Along the way, stop to enjoy a tasting of the traditional ovos moles, a sweet delicacy deeply connected to the city's identity and conventual traditions. The tour concludes with a detailed visit to one of Aveiro’s most important religious monuments, offering insight into its historical and architectural significance. The walking tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, and is led by a different guide from the one on the boat. There will be a short break between both activities. If you wish to book the tour as a private experience, only the walking tour can be arranged privately. The boat cruise cannot be made private, as each Moliceiro accommodates up to 34 people.

Lose yourself through the narrow cobbled streets, Art Nouveau buildings and tile panels in the typical Beira-mar neighborhood with our experienced guides. Explore our locals’ favorite places, best Aveiro’s food and learn about its rich history by finding out why are we the Portuguese capital of Art Nouveau and what does the famous marnoto do. In this tour we visit, among others, the beautiful building of the Museum of Art Nouveau and others of its route, São Gonçalinho Chapel, Carcavelos Bridge, the narrow streets of the neighborhood and we finish with a tasting of our typical sweets in a place with more than a hundred years of experience doing the most genuine and famous “ovos moles”. Let yourself be lost in the past and see where it all began, in the famous Republic Square. Here you can also see the beautiful Mercy Church, the City Hall and the statue of an important “Aveirense” – José Estevão. Continuing our tour, you will be able to observe the beautiful Casa de Santa Zita, the Aveiro Museum facade – housed in the former Convent of Jesus of the Feminine Dominican Order, and whose prestige was definitively associated with the presence of Princess Santa Joana, and the Cathedral of Aveiro. In the end, enjoy a beautiful shared moliceiro boat tour. To come to Aveiro and not to go on a “moliceiro”, is like going to Rome and not seeing the Pope.