Top Things to do in Aveiro District
10 Free Things to do in Aveiro District That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Aveiro District, Portugal including Igreja Matriz de Santa Maria de Valega, Espinho Market, Arouca Geopark, Praia de Sao Jacinto, Farol da Barra, Universidade de Aveiro, Parque Ambiental do Bucaquinho, Praia da Barra, Pateira de Fermentelos, Parque Infante D. Pedro.
Restaurants in Aveiro District
1. Igreja Matriz de Santa Maria de Valega
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 145 reviews
Válega church is a true masterpiece of tile painting art and surely one of the remarkable churches in Portugal! On sunset the church facade, facing west, is particularly beautiful, bathed by sunlight. A true golden temple that sparkles with its amazing tiles of many colours. The patronage of the church belonged to private owners until 1150. Válega is located 6,5 km away from the city of Ovar and it sure deserves a visit!
Reviewed By AndreAlvesPT - Lisbon, Portugal
It's a not that known gem in the country. Beautifully tiled church in a tiny village and the interior is also imponent with painted walls, wooden ceiling and the cemetery adjacent to it is also an "attraction".
2. Espinho Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 164 reviews
Reviewed By northumberlandnic - Northumberland, United Kingdom
Very busy market containing everything! From plants to animals to clothes and shoes. Watch your back pack though, ours was partially unzipped!
3. Arouca Geopark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
Reviewed By AnonymousAnonymous11 - Montreal, Canada
The region is beautiful to visit and the Geopark Center in Arouca, very modern and informative, with enthusiastic and helpful staff. Good place to get started, since they explain the "birth-giving" stones and hand out maps of the area and of the Paiva Walkways. Definitely check it out!
4. Praia de Sao Jacinto
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By BenLasse - Sao Jacinto, Portugal
Great beach, lots of sand, and magnificent water. All in the same place! A little bit cold the water.
5. Farol da Barra
6. Universidade de Aveiro
7. Parque Ambiental do Bucaquinho
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 129 reviews
Buçaquinho Park occupies an extensive protected forest area, of great environmental value and with a rich biodiversity in terms of fauna and flora. It is an attractive and open space for leisure and outdoor activities, integrating in a pine forest area and six lagoons that includes a cafeteria, children's playground, aromatic plant garden, tower and observation point of the birdlife and Center of Environmental Education where you can ask for free a bike for you or your children. (for bikes: 9-17h week; 10-18h00 weekend). Park open 9-20h00.
8. Praia da Barra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 281 reviews
Reviewed By eutraveller2018 - Cabanas, Portugal
Sunny weekend,town buzzing with visitors eating,strolling and enjoying beautiful beach.Good choice of restaurants with fresh seafood and lots of Pizza available.Good safe cycling paths on the flat and fine marine views,especially the country's tallest lighthouse.Campsite in town open all year.
9. Pateira de Fermentelos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Pateira lagoon and the surrounding areas are a unique place! Is one of the largest natural freshwater lagoons in the Iberian Peninsula, an wetland of national and international importance, classified as a RAMSAR area and included in the NATURA 2000 network. Great landscapes and natural spots, remarkable place for birdwatching, hiking, and for other sports and leisure activities in nature.
10. Parque Infante D. Pedro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 185 reviews
Reviewed By Colincarlos - Aveiro, Portugal
Beautiful park and area right in the center and you should defo visit it . Was the first place I visited when I moved her in 2018.
