Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Vila Real January 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Vila Real](https://expedia.ca/Vila-Real-Hotels.d3737.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vila Real Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Vila-Real.d3737.Car-Rental-Guide)[Vila Real Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Vila-Real.d3737.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Vila Real ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Vila Real Types of activities [Vila Real travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Vila-Real.dx3737) ![Vila Real](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1cf1ab6f2ad8135db55b84038fcf79e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by András Herczog](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/394a8b48c6c755a08ab46a83d5160d98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by András Herczog](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/394a8b48c6c755a08ab46a83d5160d98.jpg) ![Photo by Jazzinto ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/23ba3064a3508ae60ca045c82fe4e13d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Jazzinto ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/23ba3064a3508ae60ca045c82fe4e13d.jpg) ![Photo by Joao Santana](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8db1123c490edb48f66115cfc21688a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Joao Santana](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8db1123c490edb48f66115cfc21688a1.jpg) ![Photo by Joanito RA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b8879917bc6ee5269c5ff244664d81ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Joanito RA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b8879917bc6ee5269c5ff244664d81ca.jpg) ## Vila Real Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Vila Real has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Vila Real is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Vila Real to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Vila Real Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Vila Real. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Vila Real attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Vila Real | Number of things to do | 97 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Sunset Boat Cruise in Douro Valley with Sparkling Wine](/things-to-do/sunset-boat-cruise-in-douro-valley-with-sparkling-wine.a50732521.activity-details): CA $21 | | Top 5 things to do | [Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch](/things-to-do/douro-valley-tour-2-vineyard-visits-river-cruise-winery-lunch.a1177496.activity-details)[Douro Valley Wine Tour: 3 Vineyard Visits, Wine Tastings, Lunch](/things-to-do/douro-valley-wine-tour-3-vineyard-visits-wine-tastings-lunch.a1177511.activity-details)[Complete Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch, Wine Tastings and River Cruise](/things-to-do/complete-douro-valley-wine-tour-with-lunch-wine-tastings-and-river-cruise.a1181878.activity-details)[Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise](/things-to-do/douro-valley-historical-tour-with-lunch-winery-visit-with-tastings-and-panoramic-cruise.a1181912.activity-details)[From Pinhão: Douro Valley Rabelo Boat Tour with Audio Guide](/things-to-do/pinhao-douro-valley-1-hour-rabelo-boat-tour-w-audio-guide.a48309358.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [From Pinhão: Douro Valley Rabelo Boat Tour with Audio Guide](/things-to-do/pinhao-douro-valley-1-hour-rabelo-boat-tour-w-audio-guide.a48309358.activity-details)[Lamego: Quinta da Portela de Baixo Winery Tour and Tasting](/things-to-do/lamego-quinta-da-portela-de-baixo-winery-tour-and-tasting.a44637180.activity-details)[Pinhão: Douro River Solar Boat Tour with Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/pinhao-douro-river-solar-boat-tour-with-wine-tasting.a48023357.activity-details)[Pinhão: Electric Boat Experience 1h - Taste of Two Wines](/things-to-do/douro-solar-boat-experience-with-wine-tasting.a46595849.activity-details)[Pinhão: Rabelo Boat Cruise with a Port Tasting at a Winery](/things-to-do/pinhao-rabelo-boat-cruise-with-wine-tasting.a49549994.activity-details) | | With kids | [Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch](/things-to-do/douro-valley-tour-2-vineyard-visits-river-cruise-winery-lunch.a1177496.activity-details)[Douro Valley Wine Tour: 3 Vineyard Visits, Wine Tastings, Lunch](/things-to-do/douro-valley-wine-tour-3-vineyard-visits-wine-tastings-lunch.a1177511.activity-details)[Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise](/things-to-do/douro-valley-historical-tour-with-lunch-winery-visit-with-tastings-and-panoramic-cruise.a1181912.activity-details)[From Pinhão: Douro Valley Rabelo Boat Tour with Audio Guide](/things-to-do/pinhao-douro-valley-1-hour-rabelo-boat-tour-w-audio-guide.a48309358.activity-details)[Pinhão: Douro River Solar Boat Tour with Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/pinhao-douro-river-solar-boat-tour-with-wine-tasting.a48023357.activity-details) | ## What to do in Vila Real --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Vila Real ![Mateus Palace](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/23ba3064a3508ae60ca045c82fe4e13d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mateus Palace You can find out about the history of Mateus with a stop at Mateus Palace. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area, or check out its wineries. [](https://expedia.ca/Solar-De-Mateus-Vila-Real.d6118462.Vacation-Attraction) #### Parque Natural do Alvao Explore the great outdoors at Parque Natural do Alvao, a lovely green space in Vila Marim. You can enjoy the wineries while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Parque-Natural-Do-Alvao-Vila-Real.d6118468.Vacation-Attraction) #### Natur Waterpark Bring the family to Natur Waterpark and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Andrães. [](https://expedia.ca/Natur-Waterpark-Vila-Real.d690466704563810304.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cathedral of Vila Real Cathedral of Vila Real is just one of the places to see in São Dinis, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? [](https://expedia.ca/Cathedral-Of-Vila-Real-Vila-Real.d839089278870319104.Vacation-Attraction) #### Panoias You can find out about the history of Constantim e Vale de Nogueiras when you stop by Panoias. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area, or check out its wineries. [](https://expedia.ca/Panoias-Vila-Real.d6118464.Vacation-Attraction) #### Carreira Gardens Explore the great outdoors at Carreira Gardens, a lovely green space in Vila Real. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Carreira-Gardens-Vila-Real.d6118466.Vacation-Attraction) #### Miradouro de Trás-do-Cemitério You can learn about the history of Vila Real with a trip to Miradouro de Trás-do-Cemitério. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Miradouro-De-Tras-Do-Cemiterio-Vila-Real.d553248621532957491.Vacation-Attraction) #### Parque Canino de Lordelo After visiting Parque Canino de Lordelo, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lordelo. [](https://expedia.ca/Parque-Canino-De-Lordelo-Vila-Real.d906194430504095744.Vacation-Attraction) #### Foundation of Casa de Mateus Foundation of Casa de Mateus is just one of the places to see in Mateus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? [](https://expedia.ca/Foundation-Of-Casa-De-Mateus-Vila-Real.d974580660486299648.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Vila Real ![Photo by Joao Santana](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/89279c271782381aaa1366e428f56a74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Amarante ![Photo by Jazzinto ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2f9916f803293bf4bde855d2bd1ba9c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sabrosa ![Alijó](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f04875b5c09e9c111fa0f8fbf1163c45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Alijó ![Peso da Régua](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/a6f999e01ca66918b66db23c6069e5be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Peso da Régua ![Photo by Jazzinto ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/1f767ecb2c6acec3a44179774dd10764.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Baiao ![Photo by Joanito RA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/df6a68c6f81aee6b05b12e09f6f706f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mondim de Basto ![Ribeira de Pena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/372f23fe846f14deacf2de66446f804c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ribeira de Pena ![Norte](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81378-Ribeira-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vila Pouca de Aguiar ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Vila Real worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Vila Real? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Vila Real? ### Is three days enough to stay in Vila Real? ### Is Vila Real a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Vila Real with kids? > - [Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/douro-valley-tour-2-vineyard-visits-river-cruise-winery-lunch.a1177496.activity-details) > - [Douro Valley Wine Tour: 3 Vineyard Visits, Wine Tastings, Lunch](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/douro-valley-wine-tour-3-vineyard-visits-wine-tastings-lunch.a1177511.activity-details) > - [Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/douro-valley-historical-tour-with-lunch-winery-visit-with-tastings-and-panoramic-cruise.a1181912.activity-details) > - [From Pinhão: Douro Valley Rabelo Boat Tour with Audio Guide](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/pinhao-douro-valley-1-hour-rabelo-boat-tour-w-audio-guide.a48309358.activity-details) > - [Pinhão: Douro River Solar Boat Tour with Wine Tasting](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/pinhao-douro-river-solar-boat-tour-with-wine-tasting.a48023357.activity-details) ### What to do in Vila Real for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Vila Real? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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