Activities
City
Aveiro is a unique city, with sensory experiences to be had: the five central channels of the Ria and its Moliceiros, the salt marshes and the typical Ovos Moles, the typical and colorful Beira-Mar district and the heritage of the Art Nouveau route, the BioRia pedestrian path and the salt baths, among other must-see tourist attractions.
Gastronomy
The proximity of the sea and nature provides a rich experience at table, with regional cuisine including eel stew, grilled sea fish, samos bean stew and chanfana, served with Bairrada wines and sparkling wines.
São Gonçalinho
At the beginning of each year, the pilgrimage to the Chapel of São Gonçalinho, which began as a tradition for the people of the Beira-Mar neighborhood, has become a tourist attraction that draws thousands to the festival. The high point is the throwing of chips from the chapel's dome to the people in the churchyard. The chapel and the neighborhood are must-sees and are just a few minutes' walk from the RIA CENTRUM
Ovos Moles
Portugal has an ancient practice of confectionery, and in Aveiro the Ovos Moles, also of convent origin, are the city's calling card, consisting of a wafer-shaped outer pastry filled with the famous egg jam. Any visit to Aveiro can only be complete if you try this magnificent sweet, which you can do just a few minutes' walk from the RIA CENTRUM
Beaches
Aveiro is very close to white sandy beaches on a long stretch of sea, especially the beaches of Barra and Costa Nova, which are 10 km from RIA CENTRUM
Taking advantage of the ferry connection, the charm of São Jacinto is a destination to consider.
Explore nautical activities such as windsurfing or bodyboarding.
Museums and religious art
Aveiro has a unique history, which is reflected in the diversity of its built heritage. The Aveiro / Santa Joana Museum, the Aveiro City Museum, the Art Nouveau Museum and the Troncalhada Marine Ecomuseum are just a few minutes' walk from RIA CENTRUM