Aveiro Half-Day Small Group Tour from Porto

From€49
4 hours
Porto, Portugal

About this activity

Experience Aveiro's canals, Art Nouveau architecture, and Costa Nova's striped houses on this half-day tour from Porto.

Highlights

  • Explore Aveiro's picturesque canals
  • Admire Art Nouveau architecture
  • Visit Costa Nova beach's striped houses
  • Enjoy a small group experience
  • Discover local culture and history

Full description

Discover the charm of Aveiro, often called the 'Venice of Portugal,' on this engaging half-day tour from Porto. Glide through its picturesque canals, admire the unique Art Nouveau architecture, and visit the vibrant Costa Nova beach with its iconic striped houses. This small group tour offers an intimate glimpse into Aveiro's rich culture and history, making it a must-do excursion for travelers seeking authentic Portuguese experiences.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Porto
  • Guided tour of Aveiro's canals and Art Nouveau architecture
  • Visit to Costa Nova beach with its iconic striped houses
  • Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
  • Confirm the pickup location and time in Porto after booking.
  • Be aware that the tour may involve walking on uneven surfaces.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
  • Bring a camera to capture the scenic beauty of Aveiro and Costa Nova.
  • Check the weather forecast and bring an umbrella or sunscreen as needed.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infant Seats Available

Good to know

  • Parents should bring the baby car seat ajusted to infant's age (1 to 3 years old). We only have seats available after 4 years old.
  • Group Tours may be done in two languages.
  • Private option it's done in a private vehicle only with your private guide. The activities are shared with other participants.
  • Reschedulings with less than 24 hours before the start of the tour will be charged a 30% fee (subject to availability).
  • Schedules and Itinerary may change without prior notice.
  • The pick-up service is only available for the ones that choose the option "Private Tour".
  • On the private option infants or childrens must be booked as an individual adult/place. Prices shown are per group/vehicle.
  • Minimum participant requirements vary depending on the selected tour option. Shared tours may require a minimum number of participants to operate. Solo travellers are welcome to book. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, we will offer an alternative date or a full refund. Private tours can operate with one participant at the applicable private tour rate.

Traveler reviews

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Not enough time to...

Not enough time to walk around Costa Nova, very beautiful village, good guide with Rita who spoke French

Francine_TSep 20, 2026VIATOR

BEST TOUR EVER!

Ruta was very pleasant, knowledgeable, and friendly. We would recommend her anytime.

Trek21652617806Sep 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Not what I expected and wouldn't recommend

To be honest, I found this trip disappointing. I would say to a friend, only do it if you have done everything else you want to do in Porto. Aviero waterways were basically a ‘T’ shape and you went up and down each side, mostly bordered by a main road. The most picturesque length took you through the town for 10 minutes to turn round at an old factory and new multi-story hotel. Not at all what I’d expected. Our driver Manuel, was very knowledgeable and was interesting to listen to, but clearly loved using his hands to explain things and didn’t let the fact he was driving (at speed) stop him. We both felt the drive was rather alarming – not necessarily unsafe, but perhaps how you would drive yourself and not on an organized trip.

Carol_WSep 17, 2026VIATOR

Best half day tour for Aveiro and Costa Nova

We had a wonderful experience exploring Aveiro and Costa Nova with Rita as our tour guide. She explained everything very clearly and shared interesting details throughout the tour. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and very attentive, making the entire experience enjoyable and comfortable. Rita did a fantastic job guiding us, and we truly appreciated her effort and enthusiasm. Highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Aveiro and Costa Nova!

707shrutijSep 15, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Trip to Aveiro and Costa Nova

Rita and Lucas were wonderful guides, and very knowledgeable. We had a great time, and Aveiro Costa Nova were beautiful. The coach van was very nice and comfortable.

Cosmopolitan635680Sep 15, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Parents should bring the baby car seat ajusted to infant's age (1 to 3 years old). We only have seats available after 4 years old. This tour may be done in two languages. We try to avoid it, but sometimes we have no other solution. Private option it's done in a private vehicle only with your private guide. The activities are shared with other participants. Reschedulings with less than 24 hours before the start of the tour will be charged a 30% fee (subject to availability). Schedules and Itinerary may change without prior notice. The pick-up service is only available for the ones that choose the option "Private Tour". On the private option infants or childrens must be booked as an individual adult/place. Prices shown are per group/vehicle.