The original monastery dates from the mid-9th century. The new church began to be rebuilt in the 16th century and was completed in the 18th century. The granite façade reflects a certain austerity, and the church has a single nave with an inscribed transept, a rectangular chancel, and bell towers, with the chapel and sacristy attached. Inside, noteworthy features include the main altar and the two altars in the transept, executed later than the building, in Maia Baroque style; the large upper choir with stalls supported on a wide, segmental arch and a Baroque organ; the barrel-vaulted ceiling forming coffers …

The church, built in 1738 in the Baroque style, has a longitudinal plan, a single nave, and a rectangular chancel. The interior is decorated with gilded wood carvings, altarpieces, and Baroque coffers, and features a Maltese cross and a stained-glass window in homage to Our Lady of Good Dispatch. The main facade is particularly noteworthy for its tile cladding. In 2003, it was declared a Marian Sanctuary by decree of the Bishop of Porto, D. Armindo Lopes Coelho, when Our Lady of Good Dispatch was crowned Patron Saint of the entire municipality. The feast in her honor is celebrated on …

A 10,000 square meter space in the heart of the city of Maia, which connects the various existing sports facilities in a network: the Prof. Dr. Vieira de Carvalho Municipal Stadium, the sports gymnasium, and the tennis and gymnastics sets. Linked by 5 km of ecological trails and leisure areas, the Sports City also features a skate park, gardens, lakes, and exercise equipment.

On select days, it's possible to climb to the Lidador Tower viewpoint, where the City Hall services are located, and enjoy a privileged view of Maia and the entire Porto Metropolitan Area. Inaugurated in 2001 and standing 92 meters tall, this is the 5th tallest building in the country and the tallest outside Lisbon. Visible from any of its 10 parishes, the Tower is a landmark of the municipality and its most recognized brand image. Participation in the guided tour is free, but prior registration is mandatory.

A large, grassy and wooded area, covering approximately 4 hectares, inviting tranquility, sports activities, and contact with nature. It has a children's playground, picnic area, and a bar/terrace. There is also a lake and a small grove.

Indoor skydiving is a sport practiced in a vertical wind tunnel 3 meters wide and 6 meters high, simulating the experience of freefall. Indoor skydiving is the perfect way to experience skydiving in a safe and controlled environment. One minute of flight is equivalent to a descent from an altitude of 4 kilometers. Flights can be done individually or in groups, for birthday parties or team-building events.

A tranquil and verdant leisure park nestled within Quinta da Boa Vista, where you can admire works by artists such as João Cutileiro, Zulmiro de Carvalho, José Emídio, and Sobral Centeno. There is also a restaurant with a unique feature – it's located inside a bandstand.

The former recreational estate of the Bishops of Porto, comprising a beautiful 18th-century house in the purest Baroque style and with a strong influence from the school of Nicolau Nasoni – it is thought that the statuary and some architectural elements may even be his work. Here we find the beautiful "Gardens of Maia", fountains, chapels and a swimming pool. Inside, the chapel with its 17th-century gilded altarpiece deserves mention.

A large green space, ideal for relaxation, leisure, and sports. It has two watchtowers offering a privileged view over the 60,000 square meters. There are marked bike paths and 4.5 kilometers of walking trails. There is no shortage of shade, trees of various species, benches, and grassy areas.

This 18th-century building, which once served as a primary school and as the Maia Town Hall, now houses the Museum of History and Ethnology of the Land of Maia, with two floors and large exhibition rooms. The permanent ethnographic and historical collections aim to portray, through objects, the most prominent aspects of rural life and local daily life.