MAIA IS A TERRITORY WITH A STRONG CONNECTION WITH ITS HISTORY, AND YET PROJECTED INTO A FUTURE OF DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABLE GROWTH.
Lidador Tower
Maia’s municipality is located four miles to the north of Oporto. It’s a land of enviable accessibilities through the International Airport and the Municipal Aerodrome. Visiting Maia is like walking in a harmonious symbiosis between rural and urban areas.
Quinta dos Cónegos
Quinta da Gruta
Maia is gastronomy. Claimed as a destiny of tradition at the table, typical restaurants and the art of good service, where the promotion of the land and the endogenous products are maintained.
Cabrito à Maiata
But Maia is also faith. Camino de Santiago has three different routes in Maia. A path to be explored through spirituality, religiosity and well-being.
São Salvador Church
Núcleo de Fundevila
Maia is even nature. It ranks the second place of the greenest cities of Portugal.
Ecopath
And Maia is sport. In a sportier and leisure aspect, you may enjoy a walk in Maia Ecopath or attend one of the several sport events that the city provides.
Maia is finally art. In Gramaxo Foundation, the headquarters, a project by the architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, cover several exhibition rooms and a movie-worthy outdoor space.
Let yourself be swept away by Maia scents. A destiny to relax.
VISIT
Maia Zoo is located right in the heart of the city of Maia and comprises a collection of more than 330 animals of 110 different species, the largest reptile house in the country, the “Skeletoland” and free flight demonstrations with birds of prey.Admission: 7,5€, 5€ (3-12, >65)...
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Lidador Tower is a reference in the north of the country. At the present, it is the 5th tallest building in Portugal, being visible from all the nearby county’s parishes. You may register for the free guided visits to this building on visitmaia.pt, on every Saturday between May and September, and ...
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The former recreational estate for the Bishops from Oporto, formed by a beautiful 18th century house in the purest Baroque style and with a strong influence from the Nasoni school. You may register for the free guided tours to this space on visitmaia.pt, on every Saturday between May and September, ...
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“The Headquarters of Gramaxo Foundation”, a project by Álvaro Siza Vieira, houses in its indoors three art exhibitions. You may visit this space on weekends, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and on weekdays, by appointment....
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DO
The Ecopath corresponds to a section of the old railway line that connected Oporto to Guimarães, with less than 4 miles of extension. It starts in Lugar do Souto, in the parish of the City of Maia, ending in the current parish of Castêlo da Maia....
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Horseback riding baptism is an option for those who wish to have a brief experience of contact with horses. The activity takes place in a riding arena or outdoor for approximately 30 minutes. An experience subject to prior booking....
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The parachute jump consists of an amazing airplane flight and a skydiving at about 125 mph...
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Castelbel is a Portuguese company specialized in the production of scented items for the b...
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A farming, milk production, breeding and marketing of bovine animals’ company. Offers th...
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EAT
In this pavilion
located in Quinta da Boa Vista the offer is matured meat of top quality. The
indoor room is also welcoming. All the space was designed to the finest detail.
Average price: 35€...
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A fine dining restaurant is the main
attraction of the former building of Maia’s railway station. The cuisine
is sophisticated and the space, beautifully restored, carry us into another era.
Average price: 30€...
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O Fernando is
the meeting point in Maia for the lovers of traditional Portuguese cuisine....
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In the
village of Nogueira is found Machado restaurant, located in a rustic house with
a...
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For the
meat lovers, a restaurant up to par: the best national and international meat,
p...
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SLEEP
A former farmhouse
admirably restored that resulted in a rural hotel able to carry us through time
travel....
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The
airport’s proximity does not shadow its charm, being this 4-star equipped with a
terrace with outdoor pool and panoramic view, among other amenities....
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Cosy and
central, Hotel Central Parque is a fine starting point to get to know Maia city....
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Designed
for short stays, while travelling, the hotel is only half a mile from Francisco
...
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Right in
the centre of Maia city and only 10 minutes from Oporto city, this 4-star pledge...
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