2025 Agueda Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

#europeonbudget Águeda’s streets came alive with color during my visit to the 2025 Umbrella Sky Project. Suspended above charming alleys, over 5,000 vibrant umbrellas created a whimsical canopy that danced in the summer breeze. Each turn revealed fresh designs - florals, geometrics, even playful shapes, making the city feel like a living gallery. Locals were warm and welcoming, and the festive energy extended into cafés, shops, and street performances. The AgitÁgueda Art Festival added music, food, and creative workshops to the mix. It wasn’t just a visual treat, it was a joyful celebration of imagination. Águeda turned a simple stroll into a moment of wonder.

#europeonbudget Strolling through Águeda was like walking inside a dream. The city’s latest collection of decorative umbrellas turned its quaint streets into a kaleidoscope of color—hovering overhead in intricate patterns and vibrant hues. Each umbrella installation brought a playful sense of artistry and wonder, making every corner a surprise and a selfie-worthy delight. Locals embraced the cheerful vibe, adding a sense of warmth to the whimsical experience. I wandered past charming cafés and boutiques, each enhanced by the brilliant overhead canopy. More than just decoration, the umbrellas transformed the urban landscape into a living gallery. Águeda’s creative spirit truly shines through this joyful exhibition—it’s an experience that lifts both your gaze and your mood.

#europeonbudget My visit to Águeda was pure delight, wrapped in hues and creativity. The city’s latest collection of decorative umbrellas transformed ordinary streets into vibrant canopies—floating art that danced with sunlight and shadow. Every alley became a photo-worthy surprise, with umbrellas in dazzling patterns and playful shapes. Locals welcomed visitors warmly, and the lively energy of cafés and boutiques added to the charm. I spent hours strolling through the Umbrella Sky Project, pausing to admire the installations and soak in the festive atmosphere. Águeda feels like a living canvas—artful, accessible, and endlessly cheerful. It’s more than a photo op—it’s a joyful celebration of imagination that turns a simple walk into a moment of wonder.

I've always wanted to go to the "Umbrella Sky Project" since I saw a photo of it online☂️ The umbrella festival is held every year from July to September in Agueda, Portugal. You can see this installation all over the world now, but this is probably the original🥰❤️ The umbrellas are different depending on the street and are cute! The transparent umbrellas also have nice shadows✨️ It's a wonderful feeling that no matter where you take a picture, it's a picture. The umbrellas reflected in the window are also beautiful🫶The paint on the stairs is stylish, and you can take photos that look like jacket photos📸 [How to get there🚗]┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈The umbrella festival in Portugal is quite difficult to access😨 It seems to be relatively easy to access from Porto, but we went from Lisbon so it took about 3 hours... Take the high-speed train from Santa Apolonia station to Aveiro. We change to a local line and head to Agueda. It's a two-car train. I'm a little worried, but we'll get there...! There were only two other passengers on the way there besides us. When I asked the station attendant at the station about the Agueda umbrella festival, he responded, "What's that?" And this is the unmanned ticket gate at Agueda station 😳 Very local...! It's about a 10-minute walk from here to the Umbrella Sky Project venue. There are no signs or maps, but if you walk down the main road with your back to the station, you'll eventually arrive. By the way, it's really rural. There are hardly any people. There is no place to buy tickets, so on the way back, you buy a ticket directly from the conductor on the train. It's a little difficult to get there, but I think it's worth seeing in person! If you have a chance to go to Portugal during the season, please do! #besttrip2023 #portugal #ageda #umbrellafestival #photogenicspot #europetrip