Ria de Vigo, Vigo

Name: Ria de Vigo
Address: Vigo, Spain

#21 among attractions in Vigo

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Vigo Ria is an estuary in Galicia, Spain. It is the southernmost ria of the Rías Baixas. It is located south of the province of Pontevedra, and extends in a northeast direction over a distance of 35 kilometres from its mouth at Cape Silleiro to the deepest point in Arcade, with a maximum width of 7 kilometres and is narrowest in the Strait of Rande, at 700 metres. Its western entrance is protected by the Cies Islands, which are part of the National Park of the Atlantic Islands, within the islands of Toralla and San Simon. Its borders the north with Morrazo Peninsula. In the extreme south lies the Bay of Baiona. Its easy access, deep draft and calm waters make the Vigo estuary an ideal retreat for sailing and water sports. ()

Local name: Ría de Vigo Coordinates: 42°15'6"N, 8°44'46"W

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Ria de Vigo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Castro fortress, Co-Cathedral of Santa María, Port of Vigo, Garcia Barbon Theatre.

1.6 miSE
Park, Historical place
Castro fortress, Vigo
40 min walk • Perched atop a hill in the vibrant city of Vigo, Spain, the Castro Fortress is a historical marvel and a lush green oasis offering both a glimpse into the past and panoramic views of the city and its stunning coastline. This emblematic site, now a park, is a cherished...
1.3 miSE
Church
Co-Cathedral of Santa María, Vigo
34 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vigo, Spain, the Co-Cathedral of Santa María stands as a remarkable testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This prominent church is not only a central place of worship but also a beacon of historical architecture that attracts...
1.2 miSE
Harbor
Port of Vigo, Vigo
31 min walk • The Port of Vigo, situated in the bustling city of Vigo in Spain, stands as a testament to the region's maritime heritage and economic vitality. As one of the busiest fishing ports in the world, it serves as a pivotal hub for the fishing industry, contributing...
1.5 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Garcia Barbon Theatre, Vigo
39 min walk • Garcia Barbon Theatre, officially Afundacion Vigo Theatre, was built in the late nineteenth century in the centre of Vigo, a city in Northwestern Pontevedra, in Galicia, Spain.
1.4 miSE
42°14'19"N • 8°43'34"W
Praza da Constitución, Vigo
35 min walk • Square
1.4 miSE
Memorial
El Sireno, Vigo
37 min walk • The siren is a sculpture made by the sculptor Francisco Leiro cambadés that is located in the Puerta del Sol, in the center of the city of Vigo, in front of the Simeon Building. The name that the author initially gave to the work was Man Fish.