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    Viana do Castelo: Water Sports, Natural and Historical Sites

    Viana do Castelo: Water Sports, Natural and Historical Sites
    Starts from

    Porto

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Activities

    10

    Duration

    12 hours

    Length

    21 mi

    Guide details

    Starts from

    Porto

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Duration

    12 hours

    Length

    21 mi

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    Victoria Loskutova

    Victoria Loskutova

    Travel Expert

    • Try water sports at the beach.
    • Visit historical sites and enjoy architecture.
    • Explore nature sites and admire fantastic views.
    • Have a ride on a funicular over the city.
    Viana do Castelo is a fantastic city on the Lima River that kisses the Atlantic Ocean, situated a bit above Porto. It has incredible views, is famous for water sports, and its historical and natural destinations. A fun day of sports and culture, what do you think of the mix?
    Take a day to explore Viana's history, natural sites, and architecture. Why not get in the Atlantic coast to have some fun by the beach? Try water sports and of course local food! Don't forget your sunscreen and comfortable shoes.

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    Viana do Castelo is a fantastic city on the Lima River that kisses the Atlantic Ocean, situated a bit above Porto. It has incredible views, is famous for water sports, and its historical and natural destinations. A fun day of sports and culture, what do you think of the mix?
    Take a day to explore Viana's history, natural sites, and architecture. Why not get in the Atlantic coast to have some fun by the beach? Try water sports and of course local food! Don't forget your sunscreen and comfortable shoes.
    Victoria Loskutova

    Victoria Loskutova

    Travel Expert

    • Try water sports at the beach.
    • Visit historical sites and enjoy architecture.
    • Explore nature sites and admire fantastic views.
    • Have a ride on a funicular over the city.

    Day Itinerary

    10 Activities
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    Day 1

    21 mi2 mi0.6 mi

    Water Sports, Natural Sites, Architecture in Viana do Castelo

    Today you will visit a lovely historic city Viana do Castelo not far from Porto.
    Have a coffee with a view in Esposende on the way to Viana; try water sports at the Viana's beach, visit several historical spots in town, and enjoy the views and natural gems.
    You'll see the city from another angle while having a ride on the funicular. Also, have some awesome food in between!
    O Vermelhinho Food & Drinks
    09:3030 min

    O Vermelhinho Food & Drinks

    Breakfast Spot
    Open Details
    O Vermelinho is an old family cafe, where you can enjoy a cup of coffee with some local freshly baked pastries or a nice sandwich on the terrace with a great view of the river.
    The owner is always there, and you can have a brief chat with him about the area if you want.
    17 mi
    30 min
    10:305 min

    Car Park

    Parking
    Open Details
    Park your car here to be able to conveniently reach all further destinations.
    0.4 mi
    10 min
    FeelViana Water Centre
    10:453 hrs 30 min

    FeelViana Water Centre

    Surf Spot
    Open Details
    FeelViana is a famous hotel in the area, where they have water sports and spa centres, and multiple properties. You will be able to know the schedule of the lessons and choose the water sport that you'd like to do or try on the official website. They also have a wake cable park.
    Make your way to the beach for practising water sports. You will be given all the equipment, and experienced instructors will give all the instructions for you to be safe and enjoy it to the fullest.
    Feel free to spend some time at the beach after the activities!
    However, it's better to get all the info and book your lesson in advance.
    0.4 mi
    10 min
    Aquário
    14:301 hr 30 min

    Aquário

    Portuguese Restaurant
    Open Details
    After an active session in the water, you definitely are hungry. Visit Aquario for a meal of traditional Portuguese food, and make yourself full. They say the food and the service are really good here.
    0.1 mi
    5 min
    16:1010 min

    Car Park

    Parking
    Open Details
    Come back to the car park to jump into the car after lunch. You are going sightseeing!
    2.9 mi
    10 min
    Santa Luzia Lift
    16:3030 min

    Santa Luzia Lift

    Sights
    Open Details
    The best way to get to the iconic Sanctuary of Santa Luzia is to take the funicular up the hill. Enjoy the ride with incredible views of the city and the coast! Park next to the entrance and continue by the funicular.
    0.6 mi
    25 min
    Sanctuary of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
    17:251 hr

    Sanctuary of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

    Sights
    Open Details
    Sanctuary of Santa Lucia is an iconic mountaintop church inspired by the Parisian Sacré-Cœur. It was designed in Eclecticist style, mixing Neo-Gothic and Byzantine styles.
    The rose windows on this building are the largest on the Iberian Peninsula, and leading craftsmen were brought in to work on the frescos, sculpture, and altar, sculpted from Vila Viçosa marble.
    You will be impressed by the surrounding views of Viana do Castelo’s old town, the Atlantic, the River Limia, and the pine-topped hills in three directions!
    0.4 mi
    10 min
    Citânia Santa Luzia
    18:3530 min

    Citânia Santa Luzia

    Sights
    Open Details
    A quick stroll from the sanctuary atop Monte de Santa Luzia is an Iron Age fortified settlement inhabited from the 7th century BC up to Roman times.
    People had known about this lost town for hundreds of years before excavations started at the end of the 19th century.
    Today only one-third of this vast site has been uncovered.
    0.9 mi
    25 min
    Santa Luzia Lift
    19:3030 min

    Santa Luzia Lift

    Sights
    Open Details
    Since you are back right from heaven back to Earth, it's time to remember the taste of great Portuguese food...ah wait, you are still in heaven then!
    Jump in the car and fly to taste that perfection!
    1.3 mi
    10 min
    M&F 21
    20:101 hr 30 min

    M&F 21

    Portuguese Restaurant
    Open Details
    Here you are at a cool spot with mouthwatering food! They say it's a great surface too for fair pricing! Check it out and enjoy yourselves!
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