Day trip from Porto
Aveiro & Costa Nova
Canals, boats & striped houses
Approximately 1–1½ hours by train to Aveiro
Why visit
See painted moliceiro boats along Aveiro's canals and, with extra time, the striped beach houses of nearby Costa Nova.
Top things to see
- Aveiro canals
- Art Nouveau streets
- Costa Nova beach houses
Suggested one-day plan
Travel from Porto to Aveiro & Costa Nova and explore Aveiro canals at an easy pace.
Pause for lunch in Aveiro & Costa Nova; allow time to explore the centre.
Visit Art Nouveau streets and Costa Nova beach houses, depending on opening times and transport.
Return to Porto; check the last train or bus before setting out.
Frequent trains from Porto São Bento or Campanhã reach Aveiro. Costa Nova requires a separate bus, taxi or arranged transfer.
A full day with Costa Nova; half day for central Aveiro.
- Costa Nova is not within walking distance of the station.
- Coastal weather can change quickly.