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Offered languages
- German
- Portuguese
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
Aveiro's canals, azulejos, and Art Nouveau streetscapes earn it the nickname "the Venice of Portugal" — and this hunt takes you straight to the best of it.
This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Aveiro on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time.
• Hunt down the famous Ovos Moles de Aveiro, the iconic shell-shaped sweets with 500 years of convent history behind them
• Seek out the Capela de São Gonçalinho, a chapel tiled floor to ceiling in azulejos depicting the life of its miraculous saint
• Learn the story of the Passeios de Moliceiro and the painted traditional boats that have worked Aveiro's lagoon for centuries
Around 2 hours, any group size, available in Portuguese and English.
The Venice of Portugal is at its best when you slow down and look closely — this tour makes sure you do.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want. *** After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message. *** Download the Explorial app for free. *** Head to the meeting point and enter the game code provided (6 digits) to start the tour.
What to expect
Your first stop puts you on the trail of Ovos Moles de Aveiro, the city's most famous culinary creation. These delicate shell-shaped sweets have been made in Aveiro's convents since the 16th century, and the riddles take you into the history behind the recipe.
The route leads next to the Capela de São Gonçalinho, a small hilltop chapel whose walls are entirely covered in 18th-century azulejo panels. Each tile tells a story, and spotting the right ones requires a careful eye.
The tour's final chapter centres on the Passeios de Moliceiro, the traditional flat-bottomed boats that once harvested seaweed from the lagoon. The clues dig into the culture and craft that keeps this tradition alive.
Plan for around 2 hours at a relaxed pace. Aveiro is one of Portugal's most rewarding cities to walk through — and this tour proves exactly why.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
- Smartphone required: Bring your own fully charged smartphone with an active mobile data connection to the start of the tour. Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
- Recommended attire: It’s best to wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes — approx. 2 hours of light walking
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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