Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Viana do Castelo District March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in Viana do Castelo District ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Viana do Castelo District Types of activities Where to stay [Viana do Castelo District travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Viana-do-Castelo-District.dx6245402) ![a view of Ponte da Barca, Alto Minho, district of Viana do Castelo, Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6245402/28032437-c846-4f97-982c-cc2f903e9112.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Drone aerial view on the Castle de Lindoso, medieval castle in the district of Viana do Castelo in Portugal.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6245402/2b64719e-4364-4c72-ade0-4c4d05a0cb18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Viana do Castelo over Lima River in Portugal, view from Santa Luzia Mount](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6245402/8b9a05f5-e657-45bb-846c-37afb89cee30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The beautiful village of #lindoso #pontedabarca #geres #minhoportugal #travelgram #visitportugal #igersportugal #portugalalive #portugalcomefeitos #portugal #sharing_portugal #topportugalphoto #discoverportugal #ig_portugal #portugal_em_fotos #super_portugal #portugalvisuals #portugalemclicks #findout_portugal #amar_portugal #portugallovers #RevealPortugal #weshareportugal #portugaladdict #portugal_gems #travel #streetphotography #travelphotography #castle #village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007993/fb682c04-cbaa-4205-a4d3-b61d6f1a8a5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ponte de Lima is a beautiful town located in the north of ‪#‎Portugal‬ and It is characterized by its medieval architecture and for the surrounding area, bathed by the Lima river. 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Private Walking Tour from Tui](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3050763/2d328ecf-8646-4405-afeb-a7f167eef526.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### "Camino de Santiago": PORTUGUESE WAY. Private Walking Tour from Tui 8d Free cancellation available £1,635 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/8-day-the-way-of-st-james-walking-tour-from-tui.a3050763.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![BRAGA & GUIMARAES Tour - Full Day ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/238561/e687a479-180b-42b8-8a34-6fe679ba54e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### BRAGA & GUIMARAES Tour - Full Day 9h 8.8/10 21 verified reviews Free cancellation available £78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/braga-guimaraes-tour-full-day.a238561.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 27 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2160638/d0a6c702-8285-4d8c-9c86-9ad6f0b09c53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park 10h 10/10 379 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £91 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waterfalls-lagoons-old-village-in-geres-park-with-lunch-included.a2160638.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![7-Day Portuguese Camino de Santiago Tour from Tui](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48705125/944e952a-9f4f-49c4-8be9-5b2882cf9480.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 7-Day Portuguese Camino de Santiago Tour from Tui 8d Free cancellation available £1,398 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/7-day-portuguese-camino-de-santiago-tour-from-tui.a48705125.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Waterfalls, Heritage and Nature in Gerês Park - from Porto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2844560/5f629998-1576-4404-b3e0-152ec9061625.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Waterfalls, Heritage and Nature in Gerês Park - from Porto 9h 9.8/10 9 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £205 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waterfalls-heritage-and-nature-in-geres-park-from-porto.a2844560.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Tour Privado no Parque Nacional Peneda-Gerês com guia local](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46949855/f7505461-9f96-4b3a-8900-72983b86684c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour Privado no Parque Nacional Peneda-Gerês com guia local 7h 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £242 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiking-at-geres-national-park.a46949855.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Prozelo: Buggy Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47699943/406dbdff-a56d-46a9-b538-f03869285e7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Prozelo: Buggy Tour 2h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £120 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/prozelo-buggy-adventure-in-arcos-de-valdevez-peneda-geres.a47699943.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Hiking in the "Mini Tibet" of Portugal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48104657/1188775c-aa87-49d4-948c-9e567bb9d0fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hiking in the "Mini Tibet" of Portugal 3h Free cancellation available £17 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hiking-in-the-mini-tibet-of-portugal.a48104657.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Gerês National Park: Self-guided E-Bike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4580754/890fb020-99b9-4f84-b08c-1fc86c81840f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gerês National Park: Self-guided E-Bike Tour 3h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/geres-national-park-e-bike-tour.a4580754.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Arcos de Valdevez & Peneda-Gerês Guided Buggy Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47948269/abd183e4-8846-4ec5-9734-7787e3708a2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arcos de Valdevez & Peneda-Gerês Guided Buggy Ride 1h 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £77 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/1h-buggy-tour-arcos-de-valdevez-peneda-geres.a47948269.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![High Ropes Adventure at Bravaes Kayak Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50741361/64832e52-5a53-4783-a889-e8ae624c570f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### High Ropes Adventure at Bravaes Kayak Park 45m Free cancellation available £13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/high-ropes-adventure-at-bravaes-kayak-park.a50741361.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Nature, Lagoons, Old Villages in Gerês - Private tour from Porto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1157696/23e25b8e-efb9-456c-a9c4-463edd9f1668.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nature, Lagoons, Old Villages in Gerês - Private tour from Porto 10h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £85 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nature-lagoons-old-villages-in-geres-park-from-porto.a1157696.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 24 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Small-group Braga & Guimaraes Tour with Lunch and Entries Included](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47592998/3c298472-f301-4ed1-9907-e754af6d9730.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Small-group Braga & Guimaraes Tour with Lunch and Entries Included 9h 9.6/10 13 verified reviews Free cancellation available ~~£92~~£87 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/small-group-braga-guimaraes-tour-with-lunch-and-entries-included.a47592998.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Porto : Discover Valença and Green Wines NO Palácio Brejoeira](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50725844/e60221d7-953d-4209-bbe1-75e3cfc77f22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Porto : Discover Valença and Green Wines NO Palácio Brejoeira 6h Free cancellation available £104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/porto-discover-valenca-and-green-wines-no-palacio-brejoeira.a50725844.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Rías Baixas Albariño Experience: Winery Visit & Cheese](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44648568/eb75a47b-ea36-4de4-8c78-073e929f6cf8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rías Baixas Albariño Experience: Winery Visit & Cheese 1h 30m Free cancellation available £34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galicia-group-winery-tour-and-tasting.a44648568.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Discover Quinta da Raza's Alvarinho Wines](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48196304/28edfe05-eba2-4225-9146-6002c9d502f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Quinta da Raza's Alvarinho Wines 2h Free cancellation available £25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/discover-quinta-da-razas-alvarinho-wines.a48196304.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Braga: Private Walking Tour w/Thermal Baths & Cathedral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51944442/026debcb-c9f6-4f64-a616-cf306835b4ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Braga: Private Walking Tour w/Thermal Baths & Cathedral 3h Free cancellation available £135 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/braga-private-walking-tour-w-thermal-baths-cathedral.a51944442.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Braga: 3‑Hour Authentic Food Tour with Local Guide & Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47161485/14355ac4-ccc6-4157-b7fd-7caabff2f91c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Braga: 3‑Hour Authentic Food Tour with Local Guide & Lunch 3h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £77 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/small-group-braga-food-tour-with-a-local-guide.a47161485.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Visit to the Adegas Valmiñor winery and tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48579487/504f1ca0-4618-4afa-a5b8-ac6f5c2aa36b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Visit to the Adegas Valmiñor winery and tasting 1h Free cancellation available £13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/visit-to-the-adegas-valminor-winery-and-tasting.a48579487.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Quinta da Raza Natural Wines](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48180888/667e5dbd-6eaf-4d4c-9d9f-dc05d52ded19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Quinta da Raza Natural Wines 2h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available £28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/quinta-da-raza-natural-wines.a48180888.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Port Wine - Amazing Douro Valley and Amarante - from Porto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3457578/aa3dfcfd-0ed8-43e4-916c-1a50bfe02bf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Port Wine - Amazing Douro Valley and Amarante - from Porto 9h Free cancellation available £180 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/port-wine-sweet-johnsons-amazing-douro-valley-from-porto.a3457578.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Hike, Dive & Dine Like A Local in a Secret Spot](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47743350/ea303944-5244-47ae-b937-380df451f795.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hike, Dive & Dine Like A Local in a Secret Spot 3h 30m Free cancellation available £86 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hike-dive-dine-like-a-local-in-a-secret-spot.a47743350.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![KAYAK TOUR: Descend the Beautiful Lima River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3049926/47db647e-748b-4a39-9166-6fc47be687e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### KAYAK TOUR: Descend the Beautiful Lima River 3h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £108 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kayak-tour-i-descent-of-the-river-lima-in-kayak.a3049926.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Melgaço: CanoaRaft Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52162122/cfe95cb0-a553-40af-b60d-fe76fcd414f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Melgaço: CanoaRaft Adventure 3h Free cancellation available £43 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/melgaco-canoaraft-adventure.a52162122.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Rafting em Melgaço, Rio Minho](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51862136/67322f9a-4129-41a8-9971-0f1945c6395d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rafting em Melgaço, Rio Minho 3h Free cancellation available £43 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rafting-em-melgaco-rio-minho.a51862136.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![SUP Tours (P.N.P.G. - National Park)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51921702/c33bd6d6-6110-4794-b8c4-63bc35712c92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### SUP Tours (P.N.P.G. - National Park) 3h Free cancellation available £39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sup-tours-p-n-p-g-national-park.a51921702.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Gerês and Melgaço in Autumn/Winter: Slide, Bike, Trails, and Go-Karting in ...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51803553/2b83704c-b880-428e-a388-04e646d6711f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Gerês and Melgaço in Autumn/Winter: Slide, Bike, Trails, and Go-Karting in ... 2d Free cancellation available £216 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/geres-and-melgaco-in-autumn-winter-slide-bike-trails-and-go-karting-in-2-days.a51803553.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Rafting on the River Minho in Melgaço](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50034949/b9dd8d02-6af7-49d4-a301-e4197a58bfaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rafting on the River Minho in Melgaço 3h 15m Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rafting-on-the-river-minho-in-melgaco.a50034949.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Private Rafting on the Minho River](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47552667/dc49428c-d730-4dfb-bedc-86d591645ef8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Rafting on the Minho River 3h Free cancellation available £35 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-rafting-on-the-minho-river.a47552667.activity-details?&rid=6245402&location=Viana+do+Castelo+District&swp=off) ![Multi-activities - 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Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6245402) ## What to do in Viana do Castelo District --- ### Popular places to visit ![The Church of Santa Lucia, dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ, is located on the hill of the same name in the city of Viana do Castelo. The church was built on the site of a small medieval chapel, known as a pilgrimage site for people with eye diseases. The construction of the temple lasted from 1904 to 1959. The eclectic-style Miguel Ventura Terra project combines neo-romanticism, neo-Gothic and Byzantine architecture. It is generally accepted that the architect was inspired by the forms of the Sacre Coeur Basilica in Paris. To the foot of the church at a height of 195 meters above sea level there is a line of a funicular built in 1923. Tourists can take the elevator to the observation deck under the very dome of the church. A panoramic view of the Lima River valley, mountains and the Atlantic Ocean opens from the platform. In 1927, National Geographic magazine named this species the third most beautiful in the world.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182257/52837c9c-a8e1-4595-93ff-19119342de52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sanctuary of Santa Luzia Find out about the history of Santa Maria Maior e Monserrate when you spend time at Sanctuary of Santa Luzia. Stroll along the beaches or visit the cathedral in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sanctuary-Of-Santa-Luzia-Viana-do-Castelo.d6118434.Attraction) ![Portugal ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/791246957349670912/35301971-5340-4238-8386-f3995337d7ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Corno do Bico Protected Landscape Explore the great outdoors at Corno do Bico Protected Landscape, a lovely green space in Paredes de Coura. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Corno-Do-Bico-Protected-Landscape-Paredes-de-Coura.d553248634329684182.Attraction) #### Praia Fluvial do Taboão - Festival Paredes De Coura Explore the great outdoors at Praia Fluvial do Taboão - Festival Paredes De Coura, a lovely green space in Paredes de Coura. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Praia-Fluvial-Do-Taboao-Festival-Paredes-De-Coura-Paredes-de-Coura.d553248634329624068.Attraction) #### Ponte de Lima Bridge You can learn about the history of Arca e Ponte de Lima with a trip to Ponte de Lima Bridge. Wander the riverfront and parks while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponte-De-Lima-Bridge-Ponte-de-Lima.d6118452.Attraction) #### Foreigners and Borders Service Foreigners and Borders Service is just one of the places to see in Santa Maria Maior e Monserrate, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Foreigners-And-Borders-Service-Viana-do-Castelo.d553248635976867220.Attraction) #### Republic Square You can find out about the history of Santa Maria Maior e Monserrate when you stop by Republic Square. Visit the area's cathedral or simply enjoy its local chocolate shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Republic-Square-Viana-do-Castelo.d6118432.Attraction) #### Valenca Fortifications Learn about the local history of Valença, Cristelo Covo e Arão when you take a trip to Valenca Fortifications. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valenca-Fortifications-Valenca.d6118450.Attraction) #### Church of Santa Marta de Portuzelo Church of Santa Marta de Portuzelo is just one of the places to see in Santa Marta de Portuzelo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's cathedral or simply enjoy its local chocolate shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Church-Of-Santa-Marta-De-Portuzelo-Viana-do-Castelo.d6318174.Attraction) #### Vila Nova de Cerveira Castle After visiting Vila Nova de Cerveira Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Vila Nova de Cerveira. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vila-Nova-De-Cerveira-Castle-Vila-Nova-de-Cerveira.d6118448.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Viana do Castelo District ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rubiães Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Praia Fluvial do Taboão - Festival Paredes De Coura while you're exploring Rubiães and the larger area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paredes-De-Coura-Rubiaes.dx553248635976008318) ![The beautiful village of #lindoso #pontedabarca #geres #minhoportugal #travelgram #visitportugal #igersportugal #portugalalive #portugalcomefeitos #portugal #sharing_portugal #topportugalphoto #discoverportugal #ig_portugal #portugal_em_fotos #super_portugal #portugalvisuals #portugalemclicks #findout_portugal #amar_portugal #portugallovers #RevealPortugal #weshareportugal #portugaladdict #portugal_gems #travel #streetphotography #travelphotography #castle #village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007993/fb682c04-cbaa-4205-a4d3-b61d6f1a8a5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lindoso Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Aguas termales del Río Caldo en Lobios while you're exploring Lindoso and the larger area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponte-Da-Barca-Lindoso.dx553248635976007993) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pedras Frias Check out nearby sights like Torre do Relogio de Caminha while you're spending some time in Pedras Frias and the surrounding area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Caminha-Pedras-Frias.dx553248635976396912) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lapa While Lapa isn't home to many top sights, Corno do Bico Protected Landscape and Ponte de Lima Bridge are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponte-De-Lima-Lapa.dx553248635976396518) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/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 Viana do Castelo District ![Esposende](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626727292667842/8509acb4-cbd8-40d9-86c7-64072902bb14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Esposende ![vila nova de Cerveira](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5010/ff175496-f100-4e7c-8a56-c030c7ce79f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vila Nova de Cerveira ![Sunday in Barcelos...! #architecture #portugal #travel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11099/7576085d-55c8-4fe6-86f5-c272e534e6cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Barcelos ![Fortaleza. Medieval shopping. Northern Portugal.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182255/8a21fccc-0e8f-4686-aea9-55ee2537e53b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Valenca ![Waves crashing on the shore of rodanho beach at sunrise with pastel colored sky and industrial cranes in viana do castelo, portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182257/5e83dd9a-5e5c-493c-b4de-4bb515f0ae0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Viana do Castelo ![Rosal Vineyards in Galicia, Spain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182381/e2d922d0-b6ce-4a1b-8cf6-79d1074f562f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### O Rosal ![Ecopista](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975864136/1ebea936-d55c-48f1-83e6-2161ecf3854f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0) by [JCNazza](https://www.panoramio.com/user/6047063?with_photo_id=68282040) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ### Monção ![Beautiful landscapes with views of the mountains and the Mino River from the top of the medieval town of Tui, Galicia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047410/7142623d-18ce-4fc0-a0dd-ddcf7ad851c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tui ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in 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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