516 Arouca Bridge, Paiva Walkways and Aveiro Tour
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Porto, Portugal
- 10 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Escape the city in favor of nature and culture on a full-day trip from Porto. Cross the impressive 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge and walk along the 2.5-mile (4-km) wooden Paiva walkways. The day concludes in Aveiro, the charming “Venice of Portugal,” with time to explore its canals and architecture—all with convenient pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Porto.
- Escape the city and reconnect with nature in Arouca
- Explore the quaint canal city of Aveiro with its Art Nouveau architecture
- Savor traditional sweets and a roasted veal lunch with wine
- Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
What's Included
- Local guide
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Typical Regional Lunch
- Tasting of local Arouca sweets
- Paiva Walkways tickets
- 516 Arouca Suspension Bridge tickets
- Aveiro city visit
- Personal Expenses
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Admission Fee - Optional Moliceiro Boat experience in Aveiro€10.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We can pick up from any location in Porto city center! (hotels, hostels, Airbnb's, train stations, etc.)
Operating hours.7:30 am
Itinerary
1
Arouca
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
516 Arouca - Ponte Suspensa
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Passadicos do Paiva
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
4
Aveiro
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
5
Arouca
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- A moderate amount of walking is involved (5Km)
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Climbing up and down many stairs is involved
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Alex_P
Our guide Daniel was amazing! He took us around all the spots and was very accommodating even with our 9 year old. Very knowledgeable and kind!
Reviews
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based on 292 reviews
Alex_P, Apr 2026
Our guide Daniel was amazing! He took us around all the spots and was very accommodating even with our 9 year old. Very knowledgeable and kind!
Debrah_B, Jun 2025
It was a very nice experience. We saw and learned about the sites. Our guide was knowledgeable and informative. We were very happy.
Rowena_C, May 2025
It was incredible. The suspension bridge, the view, nature, gorgeous river, safe and clean pathway, and the lunch was delicious and filling. Our guide Guillerme was very nice and wonderful. I would recommend this excursion highly. Absolutely loved it!
Pitojo_A, May 2025
We walked at end of May, the weather was sunny and we enjoy the wallk. The suspension bridge was an experience looking down below. Our guide, Daniel, was helpful and added colour to our knowledge of the geopark and the tradition of the surrounding community. Thank you for the experience
Patricia_V, Sep 2024
What a fun day! Our guide made it fantastic and was very knowledgeable of Portugal and the great outdoor! A very nice change from touring the city. We were able to see another side and enjoy the beautiful nature of Portugal. Our lunch was the best meal we have had so far in Portugal- a feast after our walk!
Lynette_K, May 2024
Teresa was an amazing guide with so much energy and the best driver that took us safely everywhere. The lunch was also very welcomed after a long and hot walk!
Stephanie_J, May 2024
We had a wonderful tour guide Ana, who was very knowledgeable and fun. The suspension bridge was very unnerving at first but once we made it across, coming back was much easier! Amazing views, unforgettable experience. Highly recommend!!
Mariken_V, Mar 2024
Good fun in an amazing natural area not too far from Porto, on the first sunny day after a spell of rain in the area. I'm a hiker and I have a car but it was easier, in this case, not to have to make all the arrangements myself and be guided by three enthusiastic and knowledgeable young men, Mouro, Tiago and Renato.
The lunch afterward was superb, a big meal of local cuisine and we had a nice group so it was a lovely, sociable, energizing day.
Johann_W, Jan 2024
Anton was great company. The walk is a good work out, the 516 m bridge pretty anmazing and the lunch was top class. Most of the team snoozed on the way back!
Richard_A, Jan 2024
Efficient service collecting us from a nearby point. Comfortable and clean accommodation with knowledgeable tour guide. Plenty of time to experience the walkway and learn about the region. Wonderful company and treats along the way. Highly recommended
Neal_B, Nov 2023
Our guide Rui Maia was fantastic and made the day so memorable. A fabulous experience at times it took your breath away.
Qiaojie_X, Aug 2023
The bridge and the walkway are beautiful and enjoyable. Our guide Ana was very welcoming, knowledgeable, and considerable. I have a great time.
Kathie_B, Jun 2023
Beautiful scenery, an excellent guide in Carlos, not an easy hike but completely doable. Great lunch afterwards. Would recommend to anyone who likes to be out in nature. Weather was also good.
lucas_v, Jun 2023
beautiful views, good food and drink, quantity participants ok, good guide, comfortable transportation,
MaryBeth_M, May 2023
Great everything
Guide, fellow travelers, weather and experience
Lunch was excellent- a big surprise on the quality
Highly recommend
Corinne_S, Mar 2023
Amazing views, lovely walk and a fabulous lunch. Not too challenging for me thanks to a very considerate and knowledgeable guide.
Anna_K, Jul 2022
The Paiva walkways were very beautiful and the guide Diogo was very knowledgeable about the region and its nature. The pick-up was handled very professionally and easy. The included lunch was really good. All in all, I would recommend this to anyone visiting Porto who would also like to enjoy its neigbouring nature.
jennifer_w, Jul 2022
We had a wonderful time elevating up the mountain with the beautiful trees, waterfalls, animals and fresh air.
Ana was our tour guide who was very informative, genuine and loving. She shared wonderful stories and took great care of us. Lunch was a huge highlight after walking in the heat for hours.
David_Z, Jun 2022
Our guide was helpful and knowledgeable. Thoroughly dependable tour. We very much enjoyed the day. Lunch was very tasty and we liked the authentic Portuguese venue.
Peter_R, May 2022
It‘s not clear, if the suspension bridge is part or upgrade or possible on the tour. In the description is nothing, but on the photos. I asked the question via viator, but no answer! But the tour itself was good. I didnt like the long blabla before getting on the bridge.
Pirjo_T, Apr 2022
Landscapes were beautiful and meal was excellent. The guide was knowledgeable. The group was suitably small. We enjoyed the trip a lot.
Ashpreet_N, Mar 2022
Had a great experience and Pedro was a great guide! The walk has great views and is definately worth it!
Marie_W, Feb 2022
We had a fantastic day from start to finish. Our tour guide was so friendly and really made our day. I would highly recommend this trip and would definitely do it again if/when we return. Thanks for everything!
Mark_S, Oct 2021
Amazing walkways, beautiful scenery. Our driver and tour guide Georgio made for a great experience .
Lisa_H, Aug 2021
This tour was a great alternative to other city tours. The landscape and walk are amazing. Our tour guide Diogo was patient and informative. Also you should do the suspension bridge. It is not as scary as you think but do note you have to walk across twice. We highly recommend this experience if you want to see a different side of Portugal. But be prepared — it can be long and hot! Dress cool and wear good shoes and a hat.
NicoleA, Aug 2021
The experience was so amazing and wonderful and so as our tour guide, Rodrigo. He was so in to all the clients, always giving his best to help us to understand the history of the Paiva walkways. Highly recommended!
GAELLE_R, Jul 2021
Have a walk Paiva Walkways was a perfect moment in heart of the nature. A face of portugal you must absolutely do, never you will regret. Take the time to see the bridge 516 Arouca, an experience to have.
Thanks Diogo for this perfect day.
Tom_B, Jun 2021
Rodrigo was an excellent guide and we loved this hidden gem that’s an hour outside Porto. Highly recommend if you like hikes, waterfalls and rivers. The local food was also excellent and the trip includes a short stop in the local town.
Jmcf, Sep 2020
We had a fabulous day. Our guide Carlos was very informative. Fantastic lunch. It was tougher than we thought but very enjoyable.
Phil D, Apr 2019
I would like to say that this was one of the best day trips out that me and my wife have had. The views on the Paiva walkway views were spectacular all the way along and were followed by an exceptional traditional Portuguese meal. The guide Diago was excellent from when he first picked us up at our hotel to when he dropped us off at the end of the day. We were very lucky with the weather on the day and this made the day even better.
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