Aveiro & Costa Nova Tour

Less than an hour away from Coimbra, the Venice of Portugal awaits you. Explore beautiful Aveiro on a traditional Moliceiro boat and discover one of the country's spectacular beaches at Costa Nova.

Aveiro & Costa Nova Tour

After meeting on Emídio Navarro Av. in Coimbra, you'll set off toward Aveiro. Once in the historic city, you'll board a Moliceiro boat for a 45-minute cruise on the canals of Aveiro, which earned it the nickname "the Venice of Portugal." Following the cruise, you'll explore the old town of Aveiro, focusing on the Art Nouveau buildings and visiting the fishermen's quarter while tasting the traditional sweet, ovos moles.

Next, you will be taken to Praia da Barra to explore its stunning white sand beach and take photos with the Aveiro Lighthouse, the second-tallest lighthouse on the Iberian Peninsula. From there, you'll head to Costa Nova, known for its iconic striped houses lining the bay, historically home to local fishermen and now a tourist attraction.

After enjoying your time in these coastal towns, you'll return to the meeting point in Coimbra.

Climbing Aveiro Lighthouse

If you participate in this tour on a Wednesday afternoon, you can choose to climb Aveiro Lighthouse. After 300 steps, you'll gain a panoramic view of the bay below. This activity is not recommended for individuals with heart problems.