Leaving the heart of the city, set out to discover the Aveiro of the past, when the walled town was divided by social classes. Explore the religious heritage of the cathedral and the Aveiro Museum, learn about the achievements of the philanthropist José Estêvão, and understand why he is such an essential figure in our history! Still on the side that was once economically privileged, don’t miss the chance to enjoy the traditional Ovos Moles de Aveiro, a recipe created by the nuns in 1503 and still a hallmark of Portugal’s convent-style sweets today!

Then head towards the Beira Mar area, once the refuge and home of modest, large families of farmers, salt workers, and fishermen, whose picturesque buildings give the area its unique character—without overlooking the neighborhood’s favourite saint and its very peculiar tradition: São Gonçalinho!
End on a high note with a cruise on a traditional Ria boat, gliding along the urban canals.
The water city tour on the traditional Moliceiro or Mercantel boat, used in times to carry the seaweed and even salt, will make you explore the amazing views over the Art Nouveau buildings, as well as the fanciest part in town, sheltering the Convention Centre of Aveiro, once a former ceramic factory!