The Miradouro da Boa Vista, justifies the name, since it lets you see Vila Real and the Serra do Alvão, as well as two of the most prestigious belvederes Douro: s. Domingos (Armamar) and s. Leonardo (Peso da Régua).

There are about forty hectares of green space and sporty, highly sought after for to practice various sports. In the gardens of the University stadium is a route guidance, a racetrack and a maintenance Circuit.

Urban and environmental Park Carriçal was opened in 2005 and is situated in Matosinhos is a green and recreational area that allow the practice of physical exercise or simple walking through heavy foliage. The Park is crossed by a Creek, child amusement equipment and an indoor pool.