This shopping mall is FANTASTIC they have a phenomenal variety of shops and they are outlet stores so they are big an have plenty of stuff inside of them, they also have great discounts at these stores. This shopping mall is perfect as it’s right by the metro it has a lovely parking lot for loads of cars and people and the food court is very good and has a really great selection of restaurants for everyone. They also have great couches to rest on if you get tired from all of the shopping. Everything about this mall is superb.

Great mall, also has huge space for food center. I brought some clothes at Lefties, hope they open the store in Bangkok, Thailand.

Not many top or premium brands available – the selection feels quite basic. It is usually very crowded, and in my opinion, the prices don’t really offer good value for money.

If it is far from your home might not be worth it. Find it quite expensive for an outlet concept. This year i visited 4 times. 2 times I came back empty handed. 1 time i bought from Lefties which i have in my city. Only 1 time i found a good deal... yet still not cheap cheap.

Nice shopping mall with good number of brands but not that big and even prices is not attractive as it is not cheap or with a big difference form other shops anywhere in town.

Having visited this location multiple times throughout different seasons, I can now confidently state that the designation of 'outlet' is misleading. This establishment operates more like a standard large department store featuring brand-name items. The vast majority of the merchandise here is offered at full retail price. If this venue is to be classified as an outlet, it is, unfortunately, the poorest example I have ever encountered. I would not recommend spending your time here if you are specifically looking for outlet pricing.

An hour train ride from the city. Making it really convenient to visit.

Beautiful church sits above the Vila do Conde market. Fantastic frescos, argoiles and stain glass windows. It is as if the building were sand blasted. For October 5th, a national holiday, we watched a very cute, traditional parade. See the video. Very proud marchers.

The construction of the Matrix of Vila do Conde was driven with the passage of King D. Manuel I by Vila do Conde, on his way to Compostela, in 1502, which in addition to a personal contribution poured taxes on the people and the nuns of Santa Clara to the construction of the new matrix. The fair of the Fair of the Fair, of December 5, 1502, gave precise instructions on how this church should be built. However, this project was widely changed with the construction of the Absidial Chapels (1507) - today dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary and SS. Sacrament. Note the construction of the portico and the influence of João de Castilho, at this time. In 1518, the date of sacred, the Church had three ships and only later acquired a cruciform projection with the construction of the transept chapels: the Holy Body or Our Lady of Boa Viagem (1542) and that of St. Miguel-O-Anjo or Our Lady of the Assumption in (1561). The Vila do Conde matrix was thus voted as a markedly Manueline space, for the maritime motifs expressed in the decoration of the portal, the chapels arcs (especially the transepto), the baptismal source and the rich decoration of the vaels of the Mor, Absidial Chapels and the transepto. The following centuries brought the enrichment from their interior. In the seventeenth century the bell tower was built. In the eighteenth century the interiors of the churches adorned with the golden carving, the result of the gold that the Portuguese removed from Brazil. The matrix was made up of thirteen gilded altaries, which today present themselves in this way: on the side of the Gospel - Lord of Bonfim, St. Anthony, Our Lady of Piedade, Our Lady of the Assumption (Chapel of the Transept), Our Lady of the Rosary ( ABSIDIAL CAPELA); On the Epistle side the altarpieces of Our Lady of Conception, souls of purgatory, Sacred Heart of Jesus, Our Lady of the Boa Viagem (transept) and Blessed Sacrament (Absidial Chapel). The Mor Chapel has a altarpiece, with throne under the panel that represents the baptism of Christ by St. John the Baptist and, below this, the image of St. John the Baptist, flanked by the images of St. Gabriel and Our Lady Mother of God. Of the eighteenth century is the pulpit and the panel of the sacristy. In the twentieth century, under the impulse of the canon mons. José Augusto Ferreira did an important work of improvement. The openings were covered by Polychromic stained glass seasons in France: the central window represents the last supper; The naves the life and death of St. John the Baptist. In 1908 the Commander Bento d'Aguiar offered the pipe organ.

Today, June 16, we celebrate the procession of Saint Sao Joao . a unique festival of vila do Conde

Worth to visit during your pilgrimage in the Caminho Portuguese.

Nice church near Vila do Conde market. I suggest the visit after you go to enjoy the view at Santa Clara monastery.

Great church with stunning energy.

Not the best acoustics, but great church. Wonderful event with CPCE as always.

The museum is small, but displays beautiful scale models of 16th century ships. The true scale 16th century ship moored in front of the museum (the Nau Quinhentista) is superb and must by all means be visited. When I checked the museum information online, after my visit, I learned that I should also have visited the nearby Casa do Barco. Unfortunately, no one at the reception gave me that information.

Nau Quinhentista in Vila do Conde refers to a specific replica of a 16th-century Portuguese ship, located in the town of Vila do Conde, in northern Portugal. Vila do Conde has a rich maritime history and was an important shipbuilding center during the Age of Discoveries. The replica serves as a cultural and educational attraction, giving visitors a glimpse into the maritime heritage of Portugal. Key points about the Nau Quinhentista in Vila do Conde include: 1. **Replica Ship**: The Nau Quinhentista in Vila do Conde is a meticulously crafted replica of a 16th-century Portuguese carrack (nau). It represents the type of ship used during the Age of Discoveries for long voyages to Africa, Asia, and the Americas. 2. **Construction and Features**: The replica showcases the design, structure, and sailing capabilities of the original ships. It includes details such as the ship's hull, masts, sails, and armament, providing a comprehensive understanding of how these ships were built and operated. 3. **Cultural and Educational Significance**: The Nau Quinhentista serves as a museum ship, offering guided tours and educational programs. Visitors can explore the ship, learn about its construction, and gain insights into the life of sailors during the Age of Discoveries. The ship is an important tool for preserving and promoting Portuguese maritime heritage. 4. **Location**: The replica is docked at the waterfront in Vila do Conde, a town known for its historical connection to shipbuilding and navigation. The town's maritime museum, Museu de Construção Naval, is also located nearby, providing additional context and historical information. 5. **Events and Activities**: The Nau Quinhentista is often part of local maritime festivals and events, celebrating Vila do Conde's seafaring traditions. These events highlight the historical significance of Portuguese exploration and the town's role in the Age of Discoveries. The Nau Quinhentista in Vila do Conde is a valuable cultural asset, offering a tangible link to Portugal's illustrious maritime past and its contributions to global exploration and trade.

In my opinion, one of the best things in Vila do Conde. The ship (which is a new one, but built exactly like an antique one) is definitely worth a visit. Even if you won't have a guide or explanation signs, the ship is very well made and makes you feel the atmosphere of the Portuguese sailors. The ticket has to be bought in the museum in front of the ship and it's just 2€ (you will also gets access to the museum)

Built in 2007 in the waters of Rio Ave, the replica of the 16th century ship, built by the shipyards Samuel & Filhos, LDA, from Vila do Conde, is an important and precious complement to the Museum Régia Museum nucleus - Museum of Shipbuilding. In addition to an important element of tourist and playful attraction, it has a pedagogical function, because, built with the greatest respect for the scientific investigations of the responsibility of Admiral Rogério D 'Oliveira, incorporates the ancestral knowledge of carpenters and calafates of the VilaConde watches.

Replica of a 1500s ship. Interesting to visit, but hard to imagine how life on the boat might have been like, because there is no labelling whatsoever. Good for kids, as they are allowed to climb the many ladders and explore every nook and cranny. Not a good option if one has any type of mobility issues. Tickets are 2€ (September 2022) and include entry to the museum.

Cost a euro each to get in and not a lot there but for a euro it was very well done and informative

Great to visit with children. The boat is beautiful and they can climb a lot of small ladders to explore it.

Beautiful view, historical place, very nice, helpful staff. Great breakfast. We really enjoyed our stay over there despite one night there. We will try to come back next year for longer.

The church and the monastery are closed to the public, they are building a five star hotel or something like that. It's a pity since the church from outside is stunning and so is the aqueduct. Nice view of the city, worth coming even if the church it's not visitable.

Top of the bill hotel in a historic monastery for Saint Clara. Incredible historical atmosphere, impeccably restored. Modern rooms that are beautifully equipped. Excellent breakfast and food. If you want to enjoy luxury, views of the bay and the incredible 14th century church and 16th century aquaduct, this is the place to go

This building is really massive and you can see its really old. I have just seen it from outside and it took my attention for 15 mins. Now id you are able to, see it and find some time to check it out. And there is a bridge wir a river that goes into the see.

700 years old church, a must see , avoid visits on weekends, its closed.

Very nice location with a good view.

Splendid monument of Portuguese medieval culture and architecture of XIV century. You are going to find the tomb of Royal Prince inside of that church. Admission is free but any donation is welcomed and highly appreciated. Visitors are allowed to take non commercial photo without flash light.

It is a very peaceful church. The view of the sea from the outside viewpoint is very beautiful.

Lovely place

Beautiful place with amazing views

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Beautiful place 😊

Very windy....

Beautiful historical sight! Climb to the top of the steps fir a beautiful view!

The Régia Customs Building - Naval Construction Museum is located at Rua Cais da Alfândega, in the heart of Vila do Conde, where the Vila -Conde  Naval Shipyards once worked. In the fifteenth century, the heyday of maritime trade caused a growing movement in the ports of the kingdom, to which the port of Vila do Conde is no exception. Thus, in this context D. João II, by letter of February 27, 1487, created the royal customs of Vila do Conde. The building suffered, throughout the eighteenth century, successive extensions to conform the needs dictated by the intense commercial traffic that was then felt. Over the course of the twentieth century, the building went into a degradation process, having supported the services of the Tax Guard and warehouses affected to shipbuilding shipyards. In 2001, the result of the Vila-Condense candidacy “Rosa dos Ventos” to the Urban Pilot Project, was fully rehabilitated and converted into museum space. The permanent exhibition patent to the public, assumes three strands, which translate the function of the museum: Portuguese navigation, namely the one that originates and destination in Vila do Conde; the history of the royal customs and its functioning, officers and out -of -finished products; The history of shipbuilding, types of boats built in Vila do Conde and its constructive processes.

(Translated by Google) Very detailed museum about Vila do Conde and its connection to the sea and wooden shipbuilding. (Original) Museu muito pormenorizado sobre Vila do Conde e a sua ligação ao mar e à construção naval em madeira.

(Translated by Google) Cool museum. The ticket price is low - 2 euros, the ship was closed due to rain. I recommend coming here on a sunny day when it wasn't raining. There is also a problem with subtitles, everything is in Portuguese, there are no English subtitles (Original) Fajne muzeum. Jest małe cena biletu to 2 euro statek akurat był zamknięty przez opady deszczu. Polecam tu przyjechać w słoneczny dzień kiedy nie padał deszcz. Jest też problem z napisami, wszystko jest po portugalsku niema angielskich napisów

(Translated by Google) Beautiful museum and above all a great visit to the Galeote where you can enter and visit its rooms, wine cellar, cabins, bow and stern, very well decorated for only €2 and with all the time available. It is very worth it and you should not miss it, especially if you have children. (Original) Precioso museo y sobre todo gran visita al Galeote donde puedes entrar y visitar sus estancias, bodega, camarotes, proa y popa, muy bien ambientado por solamente 2€ y con todo el tiempo disponible. Merece mucho la pena y no debes de perderte lo y menos si tienes niños

(Translated by Google) Museum of interest to Portuguese, Brazilians and Africans. Many caravels from the time of discovery - Africa, Brazil - were built in Vila do Conde. (Original) Museu de interesse para portugueses, brasileiros, africanos. Muitas caravelas da época do descobrimento - África, Brasil - foram construídas em Vila do Conde.

(Translated by Google) The Royal Customs House reopened to the public on 28 June with a new exhibition. It is much more interesting with interactive panels. It is worth (re)visiting. The visits are very interesting, whether they are free or guided. There is a booking centre for guided tours. (Original) A Alfândega Regia reabriu ao público no passado dia 28 de junho com uma nova exposição. Muito mais interessante com painéis interativos. Vale a pena (re) visitar. As visitas são bastante interessantes, quer sejam livres ou guiadas. Existe um centro de reservas para visitas guiadas.

(Translated by Google) Good product at a good price. Grilled cod, accompanied by a good green or white wine, exceptional. Very attentive staff. Advisable (Original) Buen producto a buen precio. El bacalao a la parrilla, acompañado de un buen vino verde o blanco, excepcional. Personal muy atento. Recomendable

My partner is a textile artist, so this was an essential place to visit. It was only €2 for entrance. The lady at reception was very welcoming. The documentary footage was good. There were lots of examples of work on display. However, the highlights were the Guinness World Record bobbin lace piece, and seeing someone working on some bobbin lace in person. A short but nice visit!

Nice museum. Consider visiting only if you have free time in Vila do Conde. It only costs 2€ and during the week you will find real artisans at work. I visited the museum in Sunday and there was no one. The presence of the workers can surely make this place interesting, otherwise it is not a must-see attraction.

Small but beautiful and superfriendly

Beautiful ☺️

Fantastic

Lovely place.

(Translated by Google) I really liked the museum! All exhibits are displayed very competently, interestingly and with love for the work. I would especially like to mention the museum employee - she was very friendly, happily answered questions and created a pleasant atmosphere. Entrance is only 2€. (Original) Музей мне очень понравился! Все экспонаты выставлены очень грамотно, интересно и с любовью к делу. Особенно хочу отметить сотрудника музея — она была очень приветлива, с радостью отвечала на вопросы и создавала приятную атмосферу. Вход всего 2€.

Dreamlike fisherman village with sweet, small houses lining the sea where the old wooden boat are lined up for the next fishing. Sell cleaned, fresh caught fish right there. Wonderful place!

Peaceful place, the sea is a powerful presence. Some nice restaurants too.

The most beautiful beach. There's a rock, on the sea, that looks like a whale. Used to be a beach full of seastars and anemones. Easy access, even for people with some disability.

Amazing place if you want to enjoy a very typical portugueses fisherman beach

wonderful mixture of coarse sand and rocks. Fishing boats and striped sun sheters. a smart restaurant with mosaics, and a cosy cafe, with pirate.

Nice authentic Portugese fisherman's Village with high ständig Fishrestaurants an all Standards. Camping and B&B.

Top quality

Amazing that this structure still exists in such good condition.

Nice architecture.

Amazing historical location

A very long stretch of aqua duct is still existing in good condition. Although it is not a very popular destination from tourists angle yet, it is very much visible entirely during a metro ride from Porto to Povoa de Varzim.

This restaurant is the best around fantastic food and friendly staff

Amazing place to visit when come to north of Portugal.

Great historic site. Though would it be nice if they had put som information up.

Well designed and thought out history of the town and its inhabitants set in an historic building with a modern annex and pleasant grounds. There were plenty of information boards and videos but unfortunately for my limited knowledge of the language, only in Portuguese.

A cool little park with a very calm atmosphere. Many interesting events take place, but there’s no crowd. Everything feels very homely and nice.

Amazing gardens with a lot of space for the kids to play.

Fascinating and well-constructed exhibition on Vila de Conde from stone age to recently. Also an art exhibition and a couple of rooms set as they would have been as a villa. Unfortunately all in Portuguese with no other languages at all. This needs to be addressed if they want visitors from other countries.

Good 😊😊

(Translated by Google) The quality of the permanent exhibition and the events that the Centre frequently hosts are surprising. Tickets are reasonably priced at €2. The building and its exterior are very well preserved. (Original) Surpreende pela qualidade da Exposição permanente e pelos eventos que o Centro realiza amiúde. O bilhete tem um preço acessível, 2€. O edifício e espaço exterior está muito bem preservado.

(Translated by Google) The Vila do Conde Memory Center is an ideal place to discover the city's history and heritage. The exhibits are well-organized and interactive, providing insight into Vila do Conde's cultural and social evolution over the centuries. An enriching visit for young and old, it's the perfect complement to a stroll through the historic center. (Original) Le Centro de Memória de Vila do Conde est un lieu idéal pour découvrir l’histoire et le patrimoine de la ville. Les expositions sont bien organisées, interactives et permettent de comprendre l’évolution culturelle et sociale de Vila do Conde à travers les siècles. Une visite enrichissante pour petits et grands, parfaite pour compléter une balade dans le centre historique.

Nice house, nothing incredible if you don't know something about the author. It only costs 2€ but I didnt receive any guide and the guardian just opened the rooms for me. Worth visiting only if you are in Vila do Conde and have free time

(Translated by Google) I didn't even get to go in! The website states the opening and closing times but it doesn't mention that if a group with a prior reservation is visiting the space, no one else can enjoy the visit, and the house simply closes to that group. Simply unacceptable. I came from Lisbon specifically to visit this space and I couldn't do it. The man at reception was absolutely rude and they don't even have postcards for sale so that people can take home a souvenir. Terrible cultural management. I'm very disappointed. I rate it less than zero. (Original) Nem sequer cheguei a entrar! No site está descrita a hora de abertura e fecho mas não menciona o facto de, se algum grupo com marcação prévia estiver a visitar o espaço, mais ninguém pode usufruir da visita, por e simplesmente a casa fecha para esse grupo. Simplesmente inaceitável. Fui de Lisboa de propósito para visitar este espaço e não pude fazê-lo. O senhor da recepção foi absolutamente rude e nem sequer uns postais têm à venda para uma pessoa levar uma recordação. Péssima gestão cultural. Estou muito desiludida. Avalio a menos de zero.

(Translated by Google) For the building and its valuable contents, I would give it 4/5 stars. For the employee who gave us a guided tour in sprint style, opening the front door when we reached the end and inviting us (literally) to leave, I give it one star. Therefore, summarizing the results, I give it three stars. This is to say that Casa José Régio deserves much, much better. If you are not capable of giving “normal” guided tours, let visitors see the place at their leisure. If it is for security reasons, you can always ask them to leave their backpacks and cell phones at the entrance. Isn’t that possible? Find another solution. This is not the way it should be, gentlemen. Please review this. (Original) Pelo edifício e o seu valioso recheio, daria 4/5 estrelas. Pelo funcionário que fez a visita guiada em estilo sprint, abrindo a porta da rua quando chegámos ao fim e convidando-nos (literalmente) a sair, dou uma estrela. Por conseguinte, fazendo sumariamente a média, dou três estrelas. Isto para dizer que a Casa José Régio merece muito, muito melhor. Se não têm capacidade para conduzir visitas guiadas «normais», deixem os visitantes ver o espaço à sua vontade. Se é por questões de segurança, podem sempre pedir-lhes que deixem ficar à entrada as mochilas e os telemóveis. Não dá? Arranjem outra solução. Assim é que não pode ser, meus senhores. Revejam lá isso, por favor.

(Translated by Google) Free visit on Sunday. The guide was rushed and unfriendly. The house museum is worth a visit. (Original) Visita gratuita efetuada ao domingo. O trabalho prestado pelo guia foi apressado e pouco simpático. A casa museu merece ser visitada.

(Translated by Google) Good place, a must-see for all high school students to better understand the writer. House well kept in terms of memory. The city council agents leave a little to be desired...it will undergo restoration, it really needs it. (Original) Bom local,de visita obrigatória a todos os estudantes do ensino secundário para melhor compreensão do escritor. Casa bem guardada em termos de memória. Os agentes camarários deixam 1 pouco a desejar...vai entrar em restauro, bem precisa.

(Translated by Google) Keeping the story of a great writer alive. Open to the public since 1975, this museum houses pieces/works of art that were acquired by the poet José Régio throughout his life. The vast majority of the pieces are related to sacred art. After the poet's death, the City Council acquired his house. (Original) Manter viva a história de um grande escritor. Aberta ao público desde 1975, aqui estão reunidas peças/obras de arte, que foram sendo adquiridas pelo poeta José Régio ao longo da sua vida. Sua grande maioria de peças relacionadas com arte sacra. Após o falecimento do poeta, a Câmara Municipal adquiriu a sua casa.

(Translated by Google) Wonderful place! Great collection of sacred art, furniture and paintings. Guided tour by a very competent employee. I highly recommend it. (Original) Lugar maravilhoso! Ótima coleção de arte sacra, de mobiliário e pintura. Visita guiada por um competentíssimo funcionário. Recomendo vivamente.

A wonderful market! I’m so glad I made the trip from Porto. The antique market, Feira de Antiguidades, is every 3rd Sunday of the month from 9:30 - 17:00. This market had so many wonderful vendors and had more vintage items and antiquities than many other markets in the region. I got some amazing deals on some amazing items. I just wish I brought my cart so I could have bought more! Unlike the market in Maia on Sunday, there are many restaurants that are open in the area. So we made a day of antiquing, enjoying the springtime tulips in the park, and having a wonderful lunch near Praça de Republica. The closest metro stop is Santa Clara on the Póvoa de Varzim line. There are public restrooms available at the venue and are free. I’m sure as the weather gets warmer, there will be many more vendors. I’m definitely going back very soon! This review was posted February, 2025.

Absolutely a must! If you adore antiques and believe that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure then I highly suggest dropping by, held on certain Sunday’s for a complete different experience too!

The Friday market is a blast. Great deals from nice people with knowledge of their merchandise.

open on Fridays, you can find a wide variety of products, I advise you to look for cheese, chorizo ​​and other traditional, attention that the cheapest are not traditional.

A treasure of northern Portugal

The Friday fair in Vila do Conde takes place here. While small compared to Barcelos or Espino, it is still an excellent place for fresh produce, plants, cut flowers, bread, cured meats and cheeses as well as a good assortment of non-food items and clothing. Parking is usually difficult but there is an underground garage in the area that almost always has space.

The Friday and Saturday market is a good source for your weekly produce. The Friday market is the larger of the two can get clothing and household goods. Watch the prices and don't be afraid to walk away and try another vendor.

(Translated by Google) It served as a chapel for the body present with an open coffin Terrible for this purpose Cold exposed to the wind and rain in no conditions whatsoever Little respect for the dead and the living who watch over the body (Original) Serviu como capela de corpo presente com caixão aberto Péssimo para este fim Frio exposto ao vento e à chuva sem condições nenhumas Pouco respeito pelos mortos e pelos vivos que velam o corpo

(Translated by Google) Pretty on the outside CLOSED (Original) Bonita por fora FECHADA