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# Gloria

## Travel Guide

![Some call it "The Venice of Portugal."

Aveiro, Portugal

#Portugal #aveiro #colors #reflex #water #boat #waterreflex ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10662/9180e64e-3339-46aa-a769-098ec3a92c9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Some call it "The Venice of Portugal."

Aveiro, Portugal

#Portugal #aveiro #colors #reflex #water #boat #waterreflex ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10662/9180e64e-3339-46aa-a769-098ec3a92c9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Aveiro is clearly one of the most beautiful and #colourful cities in #Portugal!
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![Missing Aveiro, Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10662/72bcffd1-a2f8-41f1-8a5a-c21b815f5069.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Aveiro is known as the Venice of Portugal due to all the canals.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10662/dba47d17-7831-44bc-8ffa-5cb9effa0508.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Gloria

Things to do

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- Gloria Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Gloria

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Hotel das Salinas

Rua da Liberdade, 10, Glória Aveiro 

Stay at this hotel in Aveiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (516 reviews)

Very design orientated - lots of nice touches, china cups and saucers for tea in room - chocolates at bedside and cookies. Great customer service at desk. Location was great - loved this hotel

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

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Hotel Afonso V

Rua Dr. Manuel das Neves, 65 Aveiro 

CA $92

CA $98 total

Feb 27 - Feb 28

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aveiro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Costa Nova Beach and Aveiro ...

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Hotel Imperial

Rua Dr. Nascimento Leitão Aveiro 

CA $81

CA $86 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aveiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Costa Nova Beach and Praca ...

7.8/10 Good! (548 reviews)

Very clean room and staff was very courteous

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

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RIA CENTRUM Smart Residence

R. de Luís Cipriano Aveiro Aveiro

Stay at this condo in Aveiro. Enjoy free WiFi, rainfall showerheads, and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Costa Nova Beach and Praca da Republica ...

10/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)

This was a lovely place to stay, in the heart of Aveiro. The room was modern, comfortable and nicely equipped for light housekeeping during a 4 day stay. It was easy to get to attractions, shopping, dining, etc.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

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![VIC Aveiro Arts House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108910000/108905800/108905703/0da9dfc7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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VIC Aveiro Arts House

R. do Principe Perfeito Aveiro Aveiro

Stay at this vacation home in Aveiro. Enjoy free WiFi, furnished balconies or patios, and climate control. Popular attractions Costa Nova Beach and Museu de ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)

Amazing stay!

Me and my boyfriend came to aveiro for two nights to see the city. This arts house is a small art museum with a private tour that takes about 15 minutes during check in. The room was super clean with air conditioning and a very good vibe. The place felt very welcoming and the staff were very nice. ...

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

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Portaria Housing

R. de Coimbra Aveiro Aveiro

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### Popular places to visit

![Aveiro featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635923089517/b3ea0813-46bc-478f-b96e-2a26c06d81c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Aveiro Cathedral

You can find out about the history of Gloria when you stop by Aveiro Cathedral. Wander the beaches and forest while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Aveiro-Cathedral-Aveiro.d553248635923089517.Vacation-Attraction)

![Praca da Republica featuring outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116896/37f40c59-21bb-4e9c-93b2-56c8b5d53ddb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Praca da Republica

See some of Aveiro’s most striking municipal buildings, including the city hall and the Misericórdia Church, at this small but lively city square.

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![Aveiro featuring heritage elements, interior views and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532486689/b29b6180-8728-4d8a-95f3-1fc932905857.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Museu de Aveiro

Learn all about the life of St. Joana, a 15th-century princess turned saint at this fascinating museum set in a 15th-century convent.

[](https://expedia.ca/Museu-De-Aveiro-Aveiro.d553248621532486689.Vacation-Attraction)

![Aveiro which includes a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635919601892/963701d5-40b0-4752-b7fe-f4c2829df1fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Circular Pedestrian Bridge

You can find out about the history of Vera Cruz when you stop by Circular Pedestrian Bridge. Wander the forest and beaches while you're in the area. 

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![#Park of the city of #Aveiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10662/2d46c75e-88f2-4584-a738-7f15e4d173f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Parque Infante Dom Pedro

Parque Infante Dom Pedro is just one of the places to see in Gloria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's forest or visit its cathedral. 

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#### Ria de Aveiro

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ria de Aveiro during your travels in Gloria. Wander the beaches and forest while you're in the area. 

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### Things to do

![Panoramic Boat City Tour in Aveiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48263465/26c002aa-f2b4-4203-b527-7c9d56e3c351.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Panoramic Boat City Tour in Aveiro

CA $24

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/panoramic-boat-city-tour-in-aveiro.a48263465.activity-details)

![Costa Nova and Barra Beach Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46949143/3e16ed07-c1d3-4e46-a029-4c6ce32f0f94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Costa Nova and Barra Beach Tour

CA $32

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/costa-nova-and-barra-beach-tour.a46949143.activity-details)

![Moliceiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2758689/4d68fcd7-a7e5-43a0-b70a-65ab4066a811.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Aveiro Canal Cruise in Traditional Moliceiro Boat

CA $21

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/aveiro-canal-cruise-in-traditional-moliceiro-boat.a2758689.activity-details)

![colorful boats docked along the water channel in Porto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/366358/c42f74e6-dac6-4956-8103-36af3f479c2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Aveiro Half-Day Tour with Moliceiro Cruise

CA $74

per adult

**80%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/aveiro-half-day-tour-with-moliceiro-cruise.a366358.activity-details)

![Costa Nova Tour Color "Stripe Houses"](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47745862/2f84bb06-b37d-4911-909b-014777a7f4b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Costa Nova Tour Color "Stripe Houses"

CA $47

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/costa-nova-tour-color-stripe-houses.a47745862.activity-details)

![Tuk Tuk Tour in Aveiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46937750/a2944aeb-5eb5-49df-8979-64255c5e55b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tuk Tuk Tour in Aveiro

CA $20

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/tuk-tuk-tour-in-aveiro.a46937750.activity-details)

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## Cities near Gloria

![Traditional boats on the canal in Aveiro, Portugal. 
Aveiro River on a sunny afternoon on a summer day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10662/73f40d1f-ba39-43ee-b5e9-dce2f7035157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Aveiro

![Costa Nova Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116900/c87883b8-1d48-415b-a145-bb8e56ea073e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Ilhavo

![Beautifull place to see fishermen](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000021409/bf126290-28cb-4d07-9b2a-1b11780df88b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Gafanha da Nazaré

- Cities near Gloria
- Places of interest

[Aveiro](https://expedia.ca/Aveiro.dx10662)[Ilhavo](https://expedia.ca/Ilhavo.dx6034612)[Gafanha da Nazaré](https://expedia.ca/Gafanha-Da-Nazare.dx3000021409)

- [Praca da Republica ](https://expedia.ca/Praca-Da-Republica-Aveiro.d6116896.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Costa Nova Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Costa-Nova-Beach-Portugal.d6116900.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Praia de Mira Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Praia-De-Mira-Beach-Portugal.d6116894.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Fabrica de Porcelana da Vista Alegre ](https://expedia.ca/Fabrica-De-Porcelana-Da-Vista-Alegre-Ilhavo.d553248621532486644.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Shopping Center Forum Aveiro ](https://expedia.ca/Shopping-Center-Forum-Aveiro-Aveiro.d553248621563221207.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Bairrada Wine Museum ](https://expedia.ca/Bairrada-Wine-Museum-Anadia.d6319002.Vacation-Attraction)
- [La Salette Park ](https://expedia.ca/La-Salette-Park-Oliveira-De-Azemeis.d6314079.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Aliança Underground Museum ](https://expedia.ca/Alianca-Underground-Museum-Anadia.d553248635976174731.Vacation-Attraction)

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