Porto and Aveiro Exclusive Tour from Lisbon

Discover 2 fascinating cities Porto and Aveiro with our full day tour. Explore Porto Known for its delicious signature drink, the center of Porto is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site with beautiful architecture. Visit the vibrant downtown district of Baixa and stroll along the banks of the River Douro and try some local wines and local foods (own expenses). Situated on the river Douro, the city offers a seductive blend of old and new that you can check during this tour. Aveiro, known as the Portuguese Venice, is a city on the west coast of Portugal founded next to a lagoon known as Ria de Aveiro. It is distinguished by its canals navigated by colorful boats (barcos moliceiros), traditionally used for harvesting seaweed, discover the canals, with the option of a boat trip (the boat trip is not included in the price). Not far from the center, known for its art nouveau style buildings, is the Aveiro Cathedral, with its prominent bell tower.

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   Cais De Gaia

   2 hours

   The views from Cais de Gaia are perhaps the longest-lasting images of Porto for visitors. It's impossible not to stand in awe at the city's stunning skyline (we'd argue it's one of the world's most beautiful cities), whose impact is further enhanced by the picturesque boats that float in front, and the soaring double-decker Dom Luis Bridge. Breathe in the atmosphere from the several cafés and restaurants at the riverfront, and then visit the terracotta-topped Port Wine warehouses that stand behind them.

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   Sandeman Cellars

   30 min

   Just in front of the city of Porto, in the Vila Nova de Gaia region, is most of the cellars where, for hundreds of years, the world's most famous fortified wine has been aged: Porto.

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   Cais da Ribeira

   45 min

   The Ribeira neighborhood is one of the most important places when visiting Porto's historic center. As its name implies, it is the area situated on the river bank. The colorful and decorated façades attract the attention of all visitors, both those that give to and reflect on the Douro (better views of Vila Nova de Gaia, on the opposite bank) and those that are part of the maze of streets that form the neighborhood of. Ribeira

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   Miradouro Serra Do Pilar

   30 min

   Serra do Pilar is a hill overlooking the Douro River, located in the parish of Santa Marinha, Vila Nova de Gaia, on the border with the city of Porto.

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   Dom Luis I Bridge

   30 min

   The Luis I or Luiz I Bridge, popularly also called D. Luís Bridge, is a bridge with two trays, built between 1881 and 1888, connecting the cities of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia (north and south bank, respectively) separated by the Douro river in Portugal.

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   Iglesia De San Francisco

   30 min

   The Franciscan friars began building the Church of St. Francis in 1245. It later had to be renovated after the fire that destroyed the old cloister and part of the church. Although the origin of this church was Romanesque, it was later transformed into the Gothic style and later acquired a Baroque decoration.

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   Sao Bento Railway Station

   30 min

   Although the origin of this church was Romanesque, it was later transformed into the Gothic style and later acquired a Baroque decoration. São Bento Train Station was built at the beginning of the 9th century on the remains of the old convent of São Bento de Ave Maria and still retains that melancholic and ancient air that characterizes the city of Porto. Although its façade is stately and eye-catching, the real jewel is inside: a hall decorated with over 20,000 tiles depicting the history of Portugal.

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   Clerigos Church

   Pass by

   The Clerigos Church was built between 1735 and 1748 in Baroque style. It is crowned by the Clérigos Tower, which is one of the most emblematic monuments of the city. This monumental 18th century ensemble was built by the Brotherhood of the Poor Clerics in the old center of Porto, in what is known as the “Hanged Hill”, as it is the place where the executed were buried.

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   Livraria Lello

   Pass by

   Located in the center of Porto, near the Clérigos Tower, is what is considered the most beautiful bookstore in Europe. A neo-gothic building built in 1906 houses the Lello e Irmão Bookstore. Inside, many ancient details manage to create an environment that could transport us a century ago. Its huge wooden bookshelves lurk up to the ceiling and a beautiful carved wooden staircase reigns in the center of the store, while the stained glass of the ceiling projects natural light, giving life to this unique setting.

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    Aveiro

    2 hours

    Aveiro is a city on the west coast of Portugal founded next to a lagoon known as Ria de Aveiro. It is distinguished by its canals navigated by colorful boats (barcos moliceiros), traditionally used for harvesting seaweed.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.