Top Things to do in Viseu District
Top Hotels in Viseu District
- 1. Ventozelo Hotel & Quinta
- 2. Pousada de Viseu Charming Spa
- 3. The Wine House Hotel - Quinta da Pacheca
- 4. Lamego Hotel & Life
- 5. Vila Gale Collection Douro
- 6. Quinta de Casaldronho Wine Hotel
- 7. Grao Vasco Hotel
- 8. Douro Castelo Signature Hotel
- 9. Delfim Douro Hotel
- 10. Montebelo Viseu Congress Hotel
10 Things to do Good for Kids in Viseu District That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Viseu District, Portugal including Bestanca River, Quinta da Padrela, Museu Grao Vasco, Santuario Nossa Senhora dos Remedios, Museu Terras de Besteiros, Ponte Fortificada de Ucanha, Monastery of Sao Joao de Tarouca, Painel de Azulejos, Se Catedral de Viseu, Museu de Lamego.
Restaurants in Viseu District
1. Bestanca River
2. Quinta da Padrela
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By keithstanford - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Firstly I would like to thank Teresa, Pedro and Jose for our wonderful time on their farm, Pedro and Jose greeted us with all the info we needed for the house and the local area. The pool was clean, a good size with plenty of shady spots, a great view of the vineyard and all ours for the duration of our stay. The nearby villages of Barcos and Tabuaço are a short drive away when we needed to buy provisions but other than that we stayed on the farm and enjoyed the tranquility. Two things that kept us from going anywhere were the winery tour followed by tasting which was an education and enjoyable, then in the evening we ate a delicious traditional four course meal prepared by mama and papa who despite the language barrier were also very heartfelt and destinguished hosts. One thing I regret is that I didn't learn some Portuguese, that would have been the cherry on top. By the way, the drive from Porto through the Douro region was beautiful and set us up for what was to come.
3. Museu Grao Vasco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 318 reviews
Reviewed By pedroa843 - Lisbon, Portugal
One of the most beautiful cathedrals that I have visited (I have seen quite a lot !). Intimist, well preserved and with an historical treasure which is unique!
4. Santuario Nossa Senhora dos Remedios
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,024 reviews
Reviewed By Cres - Lisbon, Portugal
the Sanctuary is a place of unique characteristics. worth a visit as well the city of Lamego. easy access by car.
5. Museu Terras de Besteiros
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By ajeduarte - Lisbon, Portugal
A warm welcome by Sofia will definitely make you want to know more about this region. The museum gives you several angles on the land activities, economy and technology breakthroughs, ending with some well preserved cultural artifacts like Linen, Baskets and Black clay pottery.
6. Ponte Fortificada de Ucanha
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
The most well-Known bridge over the Varosa river is the Ucanha bridge. It was probably built during the 14th-15th century and replaced another Roman bridge. The tower by the bridge was built in 1465 by the initiative of D. Fernando, abbot of Santa Maria de Salzedas monastery. The tower was the entrance to the mosnastic "couto" (land) and served as a toll that the travelers had to pay for crossing it.
Reviewed By IndySig - Indianapolis, United States
The little town of Ucanha is such a treasure. Park just outside of town and stroll around. They are creating a lovely park along the water and it will be a great place to stop for a picnic lunch. Beautiful area.
7. Monastery of Sao Joao de Tarouca
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
The male Cistercian monastery of São João de Tarouca was the first Cistercian monastery built in Portugal. It was founded in 1140 and its construction started in 1154. One of the most preserved monastic buildings is the church, which preserves its Cistercian Romanesque style. The sacristy, built in 1704, keeps one of the most impressive portuguese collections of Delft like tiles. From the remaining monastic area, the extensive archaeological excavations made between 1998 and 2007, allowed to identify the original medieval monastic dependences.
8. Painel de Azulejos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 337 reviews
Reviewed By isabelm434
The heart of the city, where you can relax, watching the tile wall which depicts the cenes of the activitiesof of the region from ancient ages. Please enjoy the restaurants, coffee shops and bars in Rossio and also in the Old Cathedral area!
9. Se Catedral de Viseu
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 733 reviews
Reviewed By Edwarf - Deal, United Kingdom
A delightful choir and a solid respectful mass. Wonderful building. Has a lot to see in the museum and adjacent buildings
10. Museu de Lamego
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
The Museum of Lamego is installed in the ancient Episcopal Palace, whose reconstruction is due to D. Manuel de Vasconcelos Pereira, the Bishop of Lamego between 1773 and 1786. Founded in 1917, after de 1910 Revolution (Republic), its collection, which its major characteristic is the eclectism, is continuously enriched by new donations. At present and in permanent exhibition, it has sections of painting, tapestry and paraments, sculpture, gold-craftmanship, ceramics, ornamental tiles, arheology, chapels, vehicles and furniture. Among the colection there are 18 pieces classified as National Threasures. Flamish tapestries and Vasco Fernandes's paintings, both from 16th century, assume the role of the museum's ex-libris.
Reviewed By neilherbert45 - Dorchester, United Kingdom
We were advised to visit Lamego by our host Margarida at Casa de Romezal in Peso De Regua - it isn't far, and the views of the Douro and vines on th way are excellent - we wanted to visit the Cathedral but were told it was closed due to a robbery, so we came here instead - excellent museum, well presented, and well worth a visit - some beautiful relics, tiles, paintings and some incredible 16th century Flemish tapestries depicting scenes from Sophocles Oedipus
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