Things to do in Aveiro District, Northern Portugal: The Best Sights & Landmarks

March 23, 2022 Margarita Chappel

Discover the best top things to do in Aveiro District, Portugal including Igreja Matriz de Santa Maria de Valega, Castro Ovil, Ostraveiro, Mata Nacional do Bucaco, Castelo de Santa Maria da Feira, Farol da Barra, Viagem Medieval em Terra de Santa Maria, Universidade de Aveiro, Mosteiro de Santa Mafalda de Arouca, Passadicos do Paiva.
Restaurants in Aveiro District

1. Igreja Matriz de Santa Maria de Valega

R. da Igreja Matriz 115 Valega, Ovar 3880-506 Portugal +351 916 410 831 [email protected] http://www.fb.com/visitvalega
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5.0 based on 145 reviews

Igreja Matriz de Santa Maria de Valega

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. Castro Ovil

Espinho Portugal
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Castro Ovil

3. Ostraveiro

Canal Principal In front of antiga Lota, Aveiro 3810-200 Portugal +351 913 453 876 [email protected] http://ostraveiro.com/
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5.0 based on 103 reviews

Ostraveiro

In Ostraveiro we make aquaculture of oysters and also guided visits to the production. A perfect place to be with family or friends to taste our delicacies. You can book our navy for private parties. - Guided tours: Thursday, Friday and Saturday by appointment and confirmation of availability. - Events or group up to 30 people: Thursday, Friday and Saturday by appointment and confirmation of availability. - Events or groups from 30 people: day to be agreed upon availability confirmation.

Reviewed By TCchills - Lisbon, Portugal

Over expectation from beginning to end. Cool place, amazing oysters and the ice cream, ohhh the ice cream...The owners (Sandra and Sandro) are superb. Congratulations for the project and may the oysters be with us ????

4. Mata Nacional do Bucaco

R. Porta do Bucaco, Luso 3050-261 Portugal +351 231 937 000 [email protected] http://www.fmb.pt/index.php
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4.5 based on 952 reviews

Mata Nacional do Bucaco

Reviewed By monteiro1234

We enjoyed a guided tour of the enchanting woods and gardens by a company called Living Place. We highly recommend the guided tour very delightful couple and knowledgeable.

5. Castelo de Santa Maria da Feira

Alameda Doutor Roberto Vaz Oliveira, Santa Maria da Feira 4520-141 Portugal +351 256 372 248 http://www.castelodafeira.com/
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4.5 based on 476 reviews

Castelo de Santa Maria da Feira

Reviewed By 64beckim - Sao Bartolomeu de Messines, Portugal

Came here for a few hours with my boyfriend and our friend, the castle is located in a lovely town at the top of the hill offering great views of it below. The grounds are beautifully kept and the castle itself is in great condition, plus your able to walk inside and up to the top. This is my second time here and I'd definitely come again. The church next to the castle is also beautiful and worth a visit.

6. Farol da Barra

Largo do Farol, Ilhavo 3830-753 Portugal +351 234 369 271 http://www.cm-ilhavo.pt/pages/1867
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4.5 based on 199 reviews

Farol da Barra

7. Viagem Medieval em Terra de Santa Maria

Rua dos Descobrimentos, Santa Maria da Feira 4520-201 Portugal +351 256 370 802 [email protected] http://www.viagemmedieval.com
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4.5 based on 551 reviews

Viagem Medieval em Terra de Santa Maria

Reviewed By Anabela00

This was my second time attending this most famous medieval fair. Its magical and we love seeing the performers staying in character all day. Food and drinks can be a little pricey and very traditional, so we tend to pop in at the local store near the entrance of the fair to buy snacks and drinks. The entertainment is fantastic, minstrel's everywhere, dancing groups, strange ancient instruments being played and the much loved drumming groups. You can buy a love potion, candles, dream catchers, clothes, incense and all manner of everything magical from dragons to fairies, jewelry to scrolls bearing your Portuguese surname and origin. Even have your hair braided into a medieval style if you wish. Whether you are there for the food, entertainment and people or wanting to find an exotic magical gift for someone, this is the place. There are so many stalls to go visit, each one different and unique. I will be there again next year.

8. Universidade de Aveiro

Campus Universitario de Santiago, Aveiro 3810-168 Portugal +351 234 370 200 http://www.ua.pt
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4.5 based on 220 reviews

Universidade de Aveiro

9. Mosteiro de Santa Mafalda de Arouca

Mainstreet, Arouca Portugal +351 256 943 321 http://www.guiadacidade.pt
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4.5 based on 86 reviews

Mosteiro de Santa Mafalda de Arouca

Reviewed By vitora197 - Lisbon, Portugal

This monastery is worth a visit. It’s easier to visit the church (during the opening time, the entrance is free. For visiting the monastery – cloister, kitchen, chapter house, cells, museum, etc. there are only guided visits (every 40/45 minutes) – be sure that you go inside because there are very interesting things to see. When you finish the visit go to one of the cafes and taste the monastic pastry. Enjoy!

10. Passadicos do Paiva

Espiunca Geopark Arouca, Arouca Portugal +351 256 940 258 http://www.passadicosdopaiva.pt/
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4.5 based on 1,184 reviews

Passadicos do Paiva

Reviewed By nmlslo - Pinhal Novo, Portugal

Incredibly beautiful walk among mountains always with the sound of the river were at some point one can even take a swim. Take all the time to enjoy the walk.

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