Visit Viana do Castelo
Monuments and Landmarks
In the revivalist style, the renowned architect Miguel Ventura Terra designed the Temple of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The magnificent temple is set on the hillside framing the landscape and filling the view. The most emblematic monument in Viana do Castelo attracts thousands of visitors and pilgrims who pray for the protection of Santa Luzia, the saint who protects the eyes. And it is good to hear our prayers because from Zimbório we have one of the most breathtaking views in our country.
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Santuario de Santa Luzia
In the revivalist style, the renowned architect Miguel Ventura Terra designed the Temple of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The magnificent temple is set on the hillside framing the landscape and filling the view. The most emblematic monument in Viana do Castelo attracts thousands of visitors and pilgrims who pray for the protection of Santa Luzia, the saint who protects the eyes. And it is good to hear our prayers because from Zimbório we have one of the most breathtaking views in our country.
Located in the same noble square of the city - Praça da República - there is the Costume Museum.
The Estado Novo building houses a valuable collection of one of the greatest traditional riches of Viana do Castelo and our country. The originality and color of the pieces of Viana's costume are known all over the world and are already a nationally recognized mark. To the Viennese costume are added the jewelery pieces of the delicate filigree of Viana.
Who doesn't know Viana's heart? On big party days, women wear the costume and proudly display the gold pieces that pass from generation to generation, a faithful portrait of regional tradition. Queen's earrings, ribbons nailed to the chest, custodians hanging from the trellis and gold chains.
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Museu do Traje
58 Praça da RepúblicaLocated in the same noble square of the city - Praça da República - there is the Costume Museum.
The Estado Novo building houses a valuable collection of one of the greatest traditional riches of Viana do Castelo and our country. The originality and color of the pieces of Viana's costume are known all over the world and are already a nationally recognized mark. To the Viennese costume are added the jewelery pieces of the delicate filigree of Viana.
Who doesn't know Viana's heart? On big party days, women wear the costume and proudly display the gold pieces that pass from generation to generation, a faithful portrait of regional tradition. Queen's earrings, ribbons nailed to the chest, custodians hanging from the trellis and gold chains.
On the bank of the Lima River, before it meets the Atlantic Ocean, the airy Praça da Liberdade extends, much appreciated by locals and visitors. With contemporary architecture, it houses the municipal library and leisure spaces for all tastes. In fact, this is one of the squares that drew the attention of the world to Viana do Castelo, including the “Mecca of Architecture”.
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Praça da Liberdade
Praça da LiberdadeOn the bank of the Lima River, before it meets the Atlantic Ocean, the airy Praça da Liberdade extends, much appreciated by locals and visitors. With contemporary architecture, it houses the municipal library and leisure spaces for all tastes. In fact, this is one of the squares that drew the attention of the world to Viana do Castelo, including the “Mecca of Architecture”.
Signed by Gustave Eiffel, author of the Ponte D. Maria in Porto and the Eiffel Tower in Paris, this bridge is like a triumphal entrance in Viana. The Viana do Castelo road-railway bridge is the primary structure for crossing the Lima River and serving the Linha do Minho and the Estrada Nacional 13.
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Ponte Eiffel
Signed by Gustave Eiffel, author of the Ponte D. Maria in Porto and the Eiffel Tower in Paris, this bridge is like a triumphal entrance in Viana. The Viana do Castelo road-railway bridge is the primary structure for crossing the Lima River and serving the Linha do Minho and the Estrada Nacional 13.
The heart of the city still beats at Praça da República, its socio-cultural and political center for over five hundred years. More than a mere square, it is a source of monumentality. Three buildings of enormous architectural and historical value rise to the east of the square. We speak of the Old Town Halls, the Misericórdia building and the elegant 16th century fountain that stands in the center.
Republic Square
Praça da RepúblicaThe heart of the city still beats at Praça da República, its socio-cultural and political center for over five hundred years. More than a mere square, it is a source of monumentality. Three buildings of enormous architectural and historical value rise to the east of the square. We speak of the Old Town Halls, the Misericórdia building and the elegant 16th century fountain that stands in the center.
Whoever looks at the Gil Eannes ship at anchor, does not even imagine the impressive past of this vessel that is more than half a century old and born in the shipyards of Viana do Castelo. He had the mission of providing hospital assistance to the men who labored in codfish from Newfoundland and Greenland, but he accomplished much more. It was a captain ship, a mail ship, towed boats, opened routes like icebreakers, supplied our codfish with supplies, bait, nets and fuel.
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O Navio Gil Eannes
Whoever looks at the Gil Eannes ship at anchor, does not even imagine the impressive past of this vessel that is more than half a century old and born in the shipyards of Viana do Castelo. He had the mission of providing hospital assistance to the men who labored in codfish from Newfoundland and Greenland, but he accomplished much more. It was a captain ship, a mail ship, towed boats, opened routes like icebreakers, supplied our codfish with supplies, bait, nets and fuel.
The Santiago da Barra Fort, located by the sea, is believed that the first fortification placed in the mouth of the mouth of the Lima River will date from the reign of D. Afonso III (13th century). Nowadays it serves as a tourist attraction and a gastronomy school in Viana do Castelo.
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Forte Santiago da Barra
The Santiago da Barra Fort, located by the sea, is believed that the first fortification placed in the mouth of the mouth of the Lima River will date from the reign of D. Afonso III (13th century). Nowadays it serves as a tourist attraction and a gastronomy school in Viana do Castelo.
Located near the Costume Museum, Pastelaria Confeitaria Manuel Natário, already has 85 years of history. Being recognized in Viana do Castelo for its fine pastries, having at your disposal a series of specialties that you must try: such as Berlin balls, the king cake and other varieties of cakery.
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Pastryshop and Patisserie Manuel Natário
37 R. Manuel EspregueiraLocated near the Costume Museum, Pastelaria Confeitaria Manuel Natário, already has 85 years of history. Being recognized in Viana do Castelo for its fine pastries, having at your disposal a series of specialties that you must try: such as Berlin balls, the king cake and other varieties of cakery.
Food & Drinks
Cerqueira's Lounge&Restaurant é um conceito inovador que visa aliar os melhores sabores do Norte a um ambiente acolhedor com vista sobre o rio Lima.
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Cerqueira's
Praça da LiberdadeCerqueira's Lounge&Restaurant é um conceito inovador que visa aliar os melhores sabores do Norte a um ambiente acolhedor com vista sobre o rio Lima.
Tasquinha da Praça
Praça da LiberdadeThe menus in this restaurant are aimed at traditional Portuguese cuisine and typical food from Viana do Castelo.
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Casa de Pasto Maria de Perre
118 R. de VianaThe menus in this restaurant are aimed at traditional Portuguese cuisine and typical food from Viana do Castelo.
Refurbished fishing warehouse that gave rise to a magnificent restaurant that serves the best seafood and fresh fish in Viana do Castelo.
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Tasquinha da Linda
A10 R. dos MareantesRefurbished fishing warehouse that gave rise to a magnificent restaurant that serves the best seafood and fresh fish in Viana do Castelo.
Restaurant in Castelo de Neiva where they serve fresh fish and seafood from the coast of Viana do Castelo.
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Restaurante Segredos Do Mar
Avenida da PraiaRestaurant in Castelo de Neiva where they serve fresh fish and seafood from the coast of Viana do Castelo.
Restaurant specializing in regional snacks and the famous Spanish tapas.
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O Tabernão
42 Largo Infante Dom HenriquesRestaurant specializing in regional snacks and the famous Spanish tapas.
The most renowned pizzeria in Viana do Castelo with several awards for the best pizza nationwide.
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Restaurante Dolce Vianna
44 R. do PoçoThe most renowned pizzeria in Viana do Castelo with several awards for the best pizza nationwide.
Healthy meals and cool drinks to complement a good day at the beach or an incredible sunset are the perfect plan here.
Viana Beach Center
Healthy meals and cool drinks to complement a good day at the beach or an incredible sunset are the perfect plan here.
DOVENTO is about passion, passion for origins, for what shapes us. Here, we cook with what the land gives us and enhance the flavors of the land and the sea. Fresh vegetables, seasonal products, fish from our region and good quality meat are at the center of our menu. It is a celebration of our beach and its unique and special wind. It is focused on sustainable, honest cuisine, with details, textures and colors.
FeelViana Store
nº 222 Rua Brás de Abreu SoaresDOVENTO is about passion, passion for origins, for what shapes us. Here, we cook with what the land gives us and enhance the flavors of the land and the sea. Fresh vegetables, seasonal products, fish from our region and good quality meat are at the center of our menu. It is a celebration of our beach and its unique and special wind. It is focused on sustainable, honest cuisine, with details, textures and colors.
Liz Caffe Bar is located in the Historic Center of Viana do Castelo. Here you can enjoy a wide range of Rusks, Gin's and Cocktails.
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Liz Caffe Bar
17 R. Gago CoutinhoLiz Caffe Bar is located in the Historic Center of Viana do Castelo. Here you can enjoy a wide range of Rusks, Gin's and Cocktails.
Beaches and Sunny Spots
About 2 minutes walk from the apartment this is the largest beach in the area and the most used beach by residents of Amorosa.
Praia da Amorosa
About 2 minutes walk from the apartment this is the largest beach in the area and the most used beach by residents of Amorosa.
Wide beach suitable for sports such as surfing, bodyboarding, kite surfing and windsurfing. The surrounding restaurants and beach bars make this one of the most famous beaches in Viana do Castelo.
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Praia do Cabedelo
224 Rua Diogo CãoWide beach suitable for sports such as surfing, bodyboarding, kite surfing and windsurfing. The surrounding restaurants and beach bars make this one of the most famous beaches in Viana do Castelo.
One of the best known beaches in the city, well known by surfers and for being one of the largest and most frequented in Viana do Castelo.
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Praia da Arda
One of the best known beaches in the city, well known by surfers and for being one of the largest and most frequented in Viana do Castelo.
Located in a more protected area and emerged in nature, these waterfalls in Pincho are a place to visit if you want moments to relax in contact with the land of Viana do Castelo.
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Cascata do Pincho
Located in a more protected area and emerged in nature, these waterfalls in Pincho are a place to visit if you want moments to relax in contact with the land of Viana do Castelo.