Here's all you need to know about Aveiro, one of the most exciting day trips from Lisbon.
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Aveiro is not your typical tourist town where you run from one site to the next. But it's great for taking a nice stroll through the city. You can enjoy the nice scenery from a boat trip and relax at the beach afterwards. If that sounds like your thing, Aveiro is worth visiting.
?? AVEIRO. This adorable town is about 2 hours away from Lisbon and an hour south from Porto. Famed for it's canals, beautiful Nouveau architecture and colorfully painted Moliceiros boats.
Accommodations. When visiting Costa Nova, your main options are to stay in Costa Nova in the beach town or stay in Aveiro. Aveiro has more going out at night with its larger variety of restaurants and bars, but Costa Nova has the beauty of being right on the beach.
Often referred to as a hidden gem of Portugal, Alveiro is best-explored by rental car, with a five minute drive to the ocean, this canal-lined city is reminiscent of Venice with its cheerful gondolas and colorful Art Nouveau homes.
Aveiro earned the nickname, The Venice of Portugal because of the canals that roll lazily through the urban landscape. For a unique view of the city's main sights, tourists often embark on guided tours in the Moliceiro boats.
Aveiro and the Beaches. Aveiro is not directly located on the coastline and is approximately 7km inland from the beautiful beaches of the region. There are regular bus services to the beaches and these are detailed at the end of this article.
Porto has it all, but it may also be quite crowded and noisy during the summer period. Perhaps, the best choice would be to plan a tour to the Douro Valley and stay in this unforgettable place for at least a night.
We're not sure why, considering Braga, Portugal's third largest city, is also one of Europe's most walkable cities. The local university keeps streets lively, but the pedestrian-only lanes and plazas lined with historic architecture maintain plenty of alluring romance.
Lisbon. With colorful buildings, beautiful architecture and plenty of history it comes as no surprise that so many go to Lisbon when seeking luxury in Portugal. Popular neighborhoods include Alfama and Mouraria. Alfama is favored among those seeking quaint cobblestone streets and stunning scenic viewpoints.