Title: Visit Vera Cruz: 2026 Travel Guide for Vera Cruz, Aveiro | Expedia.com [Hotels in Vera Cruz](https://expedia.com/Vera-Cruz-Hotels.d553248635975863674.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Vera Cruz](https://expedia.com/Vera-Cruz-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975863674.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Vera Cruz](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Vera-Cruz.d553248635975863674.Car-Rental-Guide)[Vera Cruz Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Vera-Cruz.d553248635975863674.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Vera Cruz ## Travel Guide ![Sunset in Aveiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10662/2dc4aa98-126b-4d61-9b32-a5c3b6de6ac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset in Aveiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10662/2dc4aa98-126b-4d61-9b32-a5c3b6de6ac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#aveiro #portugal #chapel Capela situada em Aveiro e dedicada a São Gonçalinho. Pequena mas muito bonita e bem cuidada. Do lado de fora tem uma estátua estilizada de São Gonçalinho. É também local de uma das festas mais tradicionais de Aveiro. Foi classificada, em 2003, como Imóvel de Interesse Público. Chapel located in Aveiro and dedicated to São Gonçalinho. Small but beautiful and very well cared. On the outside there is a stylized statue of São Gonçalinho. It is also the site of one of the most traditional festivities in Aveiro. It was classified, in 2003, as Property of Public Interest.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10662/a728eb99-e19f-4dbc-896f-c1a5e562ecb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#aveiro #portugal #chapel Capela situada em Aveiro e dedicada a São Gonçalinho. Pequena mas muito bonita e bem cuidada. Do lado de fora tem uma estátua estilizada de São Gonçalinho. É também local de uma das festas mais tradicionais de Aveiro. Foi classificada, em 2003, como Imóvel de Interesse Público. Chapel located in Aveiro and dedicated to São Gonçalinho. Small but beautiful and very well cared. On the outside there is a stylized statue of São Gonçalinho. It is also the site of one of the most traditional festivities in Aveiro. It was classified, in 2003, as Property of Public Interest.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10662/17039c45-bf7c-4fc3-a377-d1b7fbd9cd21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aveiro is clearly one of the most beautiful and #colourful cities in #Portugal! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10662/d3e1108e-7c49-47d3-a8b0-cde36eedc305.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Vera Cruz Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975863674) - Vera Cruz Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Vera Cruz ![TURIM Aveiro Palace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12330000/12321000/12320972/80cf83ee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### TURIM Aveiro Palace Hotel Rua de Viana do Castelo 4 Aveiro Centro $149 nightly $158 total Mar 3 - Mar 4 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Aveiro. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (314 reviews) Great service Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F3%2F2026&endDate=3%2F4%2F2026&selected=12320972&PinnedHotelID=12320972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863674) ![MS Collection Aveiro Palacete de Valdemouro](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95070000/95060800/95060708/e014402d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### MS Collection Aveiro Palacete de Valdemouro Rua José Estevão 50 Aveiro $192 nightly $203 total Mar 18 - Mar 19 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Aveiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 10/10 Exceptional! (197 reviews) Boutique Hotel, great location. Staff are amazing, clean rooms (smaller in size but luxurious in appearance). Breakfast is the best by far I’ve had at any Hotel Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F18%2F2026&endDate=3%2F19%2F2026&selected=95060708&PinnedHotelID=95060708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863674) ![1877 Estrela Palace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74140000/74133600/74133560/405c4972_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 1877 Estrela Palace Hotel R. José Estevão Aveiro Aveiro $133 nightly $142 total Mar 5 - Mar 6 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Aveiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews) The overall stay was excellent with very helpful and friendly staff. The room was clean Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F5%2F2026&endDate=3%2F6%2F2026&selected=74133560&PinnedHotelID=74133560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863674) [See all 641 properties in Vera Cruz](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F3%2F2026&endDate=3%2F4%2F2026®ionId=553248635975863674) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Nôma Living Avenida 60](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37550000/37540700/37540653/8adc6671_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nôma Living Avenida 60 Avenida Dr Lourenço Peixinho n60 Aveiro Stay at this apartment in Aveiro. Enjoy free WiFi, cable TV channels, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Costa Nova Beach and Friendship Ties Bridge are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (212 reviews) Good location Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Aveiro-Hotels-Innapartments-Avenida-60.h37540653.Hotel-Information) ![Innapartments - São Gonçalinho](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20430000/20423000/20422963/52e87c9a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Innapartments - São Gonçalinho R. Antónia Rodrigues 17 Aveiro Stay at this apartment in Aveiro. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room espresso maker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Costa Nova Beach and São Gonçalinho Chapel ... 9/10 Wonderful! (146 reviews) L’emplacement de l’appartement est parfait. Exactement où l’on veut être tout se fait à pieds. Lits confortables. Attention si vous avez une voiture il y a que la rue pour stationner, sinon il y a un grand parking public plus loin.. Nous avons été extrêmement chanceux pour en avoir un en face de ... Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Aveiro-Hotels-Innapartments-Sao-Goncalinho.h20422963.Hotel-Information) ![AMAZING APARTMENT IN THE CENTER OF AVEIRO WITH VIEW TO THE RIVER AND GARDEN (WiFi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34060000/34050600/34050529/3a83a979_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### AMAZING APARTMENT IN THE CENTER OF AVEIRO WITH VIEW TO THE RIVER AND GARDEN (WiFi) Aveiro Aveiro District Stay at this apartment in Aveiro. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Costa Nova Beach and Museu de Arte Nova are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews) The welcome was excellent! Outstanding actually Thanks Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Aveiro-Hotels-Lovely-Apartment-IN-Aveiro-Center-With-Wifi-AND-Magnificent-View-FOR-RIA.h34050529.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Vera Cruz](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975863674&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Vera Cruz hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863674&startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03)[Mar 2 - Mar 3](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863674&startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863674&startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04)[Mar 3 - Mar 4](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863674&startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863674&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026)[Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863674&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863674&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026)[Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975863674&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Praca da Republica which includes 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 5/5(1 review) See some of Aveiro’s most striking municipal buildings, including the city hall and the Misericórdia Church, at this small but lively city square. [](https://expedia.com/Praca-Da-Republica-Aveiro.d6116896.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aveiro showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635923089517/b3ea0813-46bc-478f-b96e-2a26c06d81c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aveiro Cathedral Admire the Gothic art and enjoy the spiritual serenity of a church that dates back to the establishment of a 15th-century monastery. [](https://expedia.com/Aveiro-Cathedral-Aveiro.d553248635923089517.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aveiro which includes heritage elements, religious aspects 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.com/Museu-De-Aveiro-Aveiro.d553248621532486689.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aveiro featuring 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 Enjoy the city views while following this raised round walkway that stands above the meeting point of two canals. [](https://expedia.com/Circular-Pedestrian-Bridge-Aveiro.d553248635919601892.Vacation-Attraction) ![#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. [](https://expedia.com/Parque-Infante-Dom-Pedro-Aveiro.d955940713751900160.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ria de Aveiro 4.5/5(16 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Ria-De-Aveiro-Aveiro.d553248635056369856.Vacation-Attraction) ### 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 $18 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/panoramic-boat-city-tour-in-aveiro.a48263465.activity-details) ![Aveiro: Horse Riding Experience with Instructor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48114332/e076ca90-d886-41a3-bd1e-f33a1c8d0d11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aveiro: Horse Riding Experience with Instructor $53 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/aveiro-horse-riding-experience-with-instructor.a48114332.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 $24 per adult [](https://expedia.com/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 $15 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/aveiro-canal-cruise-in-traditional-moliceiro-boat.a2758689.activity-details) ![Aveiro: Horseback Riding at a Pedagogical Farm](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45945163/ae3554cb-fca6-4528-87f0-f6e80c91ad3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aveiro: Horseback Riding at a Pedagogical Farm $29 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/aveiro-horseback-riding-at-a-pedagogical-farm.a45945163.activity-details) ![Boat tour of the highlights of the Ria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50255907/d606327f-d644-4c77-83e0-6d93daed78d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Boat tour of the highlights of the Ria $59 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/boat-tour-of-the-highlights-of-the-ria.a50255907.activity-details) [See all activities in Vera Cruz](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Vera-Cruz.d553248635975863674.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Vera Cruz ![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 showing a beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116900/c87883b8-1d48-415b-a145-bb8e56ea073e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ilhavo ![Torreira Marina on the Aveiro Lagoon in Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046922/c5b19428-4dc4-4243-ac48-edb8458c1be4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Torreira ![Aerial view of Torreira beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6319773/68b513ce-623c-409c-bbd8-ef38043770ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Murtosa - Cities near Vera Cruz - Places of interest [Aveiro](https://expedia.com/Aveiro.dx10662)[Ilhavo](https://expedia.com/Ilhavo.dx6034612)[Torreira](https://expedia.com/Torreira.dx6046922)[Sao Jacinto](https://expedia.com/Sao-Jacinto.dx6055592)[Murtosa](https://expedia.com/Murtosa.dx6319773)[Gloria](https://expedia.com/Gloria.dx6348394)[Gafanha da Nazaré](https://expedia.com/Gafanha-Da-Nazare.dx3000021409) - [Circular Pedestrian Bridge ](https://expedia.com/Circular-Pedestrian-Bridge-Aveiro.d553248635919601892.Vacation-Attraction) - [Friendship Ties Bridge ](https://expedia.com/Friendship-Ties-Bridge-Aveiro.d771692062089330688.Vacation-Attraction) - [Largo da Praça Fish Market ](https://expedia.com/Largo-Da-Praca-Fish-Market-Aveiro.d771692568277880832.Vacation-Attraction) - [Congressional Center of Aveiro ](https://expedia.com/Congressional-Center-Of-Aveiro-Aveiro.d553248621563221206.Vacation-Attraction) - [Costa Nova Beach ](https://expedia.com/Costa-Nova-Beach-Portugal.d6116900.Vacation-Attraction) - [Barra Beach ](https://expedia.com/Barra-Beach-Portugal.d6116898.Vacation-Attraction) - [Praia de Mira Beach ](https://expedia.com/Praia-De-Mira-Beach-Portugal.d6116894.Vacation-Attraction) - [Aveiro Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/Aveiro-Cathedral-Aveiro.d553248635923089517.Vacation-Attraction) - [Praca da Republica ](https://expedia.com/Praca-Da-Republica-Aveiro.d6116896.Vacation-Attraction) - [Furadouro Beach ](https://expedia.com/Furadouro-Beach-Ovar.d553248634821086399.Vacation-Attraction) - [Esmoriz Beach ](https://expedia.com/Esmoriz-Beach-Portugal.d6240080.Vacation-Attraction) - [Europarque Conference Center ](https://expedia.com/Europarque-Conference-Center-Santa-Maria-da-Feira.d6175145.Vacation-Attraction) - [Aveiro Salt Pans ](https://expedia.com/Aveiro-Salt-Pans-Aveiro.d553248621556207144.Vacation-Attraction) - [Torreira Beach ](https://expedia.com/Torreira-Beach-Portugal.d6116904.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sao Jacinto Beach ](https://expedia.com/Sao-Jacinto-Beach-Portugal.d6116902.Vacation-Attraction) - [Shopping Center Forum Aveiro ](https://expedia.com/Shopping-Center-Forum-Aveiro-Aveiro.d553248621563221207.Vacation-Attraction) - [Santa Maria da Feira Castle ](https://expedia.com/Santa-Maria-Da-Feira-Castle-Santa-Maria-da-Feira.d6116906.Vacation-Attraction) - [Estadio Municipal de Aveiro ](https://expedia.com/Estadio-Municipal-De-Aveiro-Aveiro.d6118496.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fabrica de Porcelana da Vista Alegre ](https://expedia.com/Fabrica-De-Porcelana-Da-Vista-Alegre-Ilhavo.d553248621532486644.Vacation-Attraction) - [Museu de Aveiro ](https://expedia.com/Museu-De-Aveiro-Aveiro.d553248621532486689.Vacation-Attraction) - [São Jacinto Dunes Natural Reserve ](https://expedia.com/Sao-Jacinto-Dunes-Natural-Reserve-Portugal.d553248621532957747.Vacation-Attraction) - [São Pedro de Maceda Beach ](https://expedia.com/Sao-Pedro-De-Maceda-Beach-Ovar.d553248634821082616.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bairrada Wine Museum ](https://expedia.com/Bairrada-Wine-Museum-Anadia.d6319002.Vacation-Attraction) - [La Salette Park ](https://expedia.com/La-Salette-Park-Oliveira-De-Azemeis.d6314079.Vacation-Attraction) - [Aliança Underground Museum ](https://expedia.com/Alianca-Underground-Museum-Anadia.d553248635976174731.Vacation-Attraction) - [Egas Moniz House Museum ](https://expedia.com/Egas-Moniz-House-Museum-Estarreja.d6319240.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lagoa de Paramos / Barrinha de Esmoriz National Park ](https://expedia.com/Lagoa-De-Paramos-Barrinha-De-Esmoriz-National-Park-Espinho.d553248635200630292.Vacation-Attraction) - [Ferreira de Castro House ](https://expedia.com/Ferreira-De-Castro-House-Oliveira-De-Azemeis.d6315430.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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