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Best Places To Visit in Portugal
Are you planning a trip to Portugal but don’t know what to see and do? With so many choices it may be difficult to decide where to go. To help plan the best vacation for you, we’ve developed a list of what we think are the best places to visit in Portugal.
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Arrábida Natural Park
Arrábida Natural Park (Parque Natural da Arrábida) has a unique landscape where forested hills drop off into tight coves and sandy beaches If you’re looking to escape Lisbon and enjoy nature for a few days, Arrábida Natural Park may be just what you’re looking for.
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Hiking The Fishermen’s Trail – The Northern Section
If you want to see spectacular cliffs above the wild Atlantic Ocean and sandy beaches hidden in protective coves, you will love the views on the northern section of Fishermen’s Trail (Rota Vicentina). This post will show you the highlights of the coastal walk between Carrapateira and Porto Covo.
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Hiking The Fishermen’s Trail – The Southern Section
Hiking Fishermen’s Trail (Rota Vicentina), allows you to walk above sheer cliffs offering amazing views of rugged sea stacks and picture-perfect beaches. It is often called one of the best coastal walks in the world.. In this article, we’ll show you the view on the southern section, between Lagos and Carrapateira.
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Discover Lagos, Portugal
With a stunning coastline, gorgeous sandy beaches and a lovely historic centre, it’s no wonder that Lagos is a popular tourist spot in the Algarve. We often try to limit our time in touristy cities, but we’re glad we gave Lagos a try because there is a lot to discover.
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Hiking The Seven Hanging Valleys Trail
This popular hike takes you to some of Portugal’s most dramatic and picturesque coastal scenes. The hiking trail travels between countless weather-worn coves with golden cliffs that protect pristine, sandy beaches. From the first lookout to the last, you will be stunned by the spectacular views on Portugal’s Seven Hanging Valleys Trail.
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Visit Silves & Faro – Algarve’s Capital Cities
With two capital cities located a short drive from each other, we knew we had to spend time in this part of Algarve. The extensive histories of Silves and Faro make them fascinating places to visit.
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Discover Tavira’s Scenic Beauty
Around every corner in the pretty historic city of Tavira, there is a lovely surprise waiting to be found. It may be a perfect heritage home with a fabulous chimney or a beautifully decorated church. Discovering Tavira’s scenic beauty should be at the top of your Portuguese to-do list.
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Discover The Medieval Castles Of Beja, Mértola & Alcoutim
With striking hilltop castles, tall towers, and pretty heritage towns to visit, it is more than worth a trip to the Alentejo Region in south-eastern Portugal. The medieval castles in Beja, Mértola and Alcoutim receive fewer international visitors than the rest of the country which is why you should visit now, before word gets out.
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A Journey Through Elvas and Évora’s Rich Heritage
By taking a journey through the cities of Elvas & Évora, you are sure to find examples from their rich heritage around every corner. Castles and forts were built to protect these cities so that today we can stand in wonder at their historic churches and heritage homes. The cities of Elvas & Évora are…
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The Fortified Towns of Monsanto & Marvão
All along the Portuguese-Spanish border, tall castles cling to the steep hills, mountains and crags. Small villages trickle down the slopes below. As we drove thorough this area we wanted to visited each and every castle, but we soon realized that there were far too many. It would take a lifetime to visit each castle…
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Hiking in Serra da Estrela
Hiking on the rocky terrain in Serra da Estrela Natural Park allowed us to get a close-up view of this rugged landscape. Tight cirques, granite pillars and boulder fields are just some of the fantastic. features in the park. Here are the hikes we did in Serra da Estrela
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Top Hiking Trails In Peneda-Gerês National Park, Portugal
North of Porto, not far from the Spanish border, is the only national park in the country. Home to a wide variety of trails, the mountainous Peneda-Gerês National Park is a great spot for hikers. We explored two of the hiking trails in the park and were rewarded with wonderful views.
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Bom Jesus & Other Sites In Braga, Portugal
The long staircase, decorated with fountains, statues and crosses is one of the most recognizable sites in Braga, and maybe all of Portugal. Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary has been a draw for pilgrims and tourists for years. In addition to Bom Jesus, there’s much more to see in Braga, Portugal.
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Explore Portugal’s First Capital – Guimarães
Between the terraces of the pretty Douro Valley and the popular city of Porto stands Guimarães, the first capital of Portugal. Learn the country’s history as you explore the medieval castle walls and wander between the narrow streets of the Old Town.
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A Driving Tour Through Portugal’s Douro Valley
Driving through Portugal’s Douro Valley you are rewarded with spectacular views of rolling hills blanketed in grape vines and olive orchards. Steep terraces planted with vines climb up and down the hills for a very picturesque landscape. Add the slow-moving blue river below, and the setting is like a postcard.
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Port Tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia
The quaint city of Vila Nova de Gaia is located directly across Douro River from the city of Porto. Its history is intricately linked to the port industry. From port tasting in its historic lodges to wandering along the old cobbled streets, Vila Nova de Gaia is great city to explore.
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See The Sites In Picturesque Porto
Set on the tall banks of the Douro River, Porto has a fantastic location. Buildings painted in a variety of colours climb the steep slopes above the river, making good use of the landscape. After seeing its setting, we knew we were in for a great few days of exploring the picturesque city of Porto.
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Best Day Trips From Coimbra
After spending a day admiring the beautiful historical buildings in University of Coimbra, you may want to explore some of the other interesting sites nearby. With a choice between a monastery, a palace, heritage canals and a surfing beach, there is something for everyone and each would make a great day trip from Coimbra.
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Visit University of Coimbra’s Historical Buildings
Since it was the first capital of the newly formed Portugal, we knew Coimbra would have wonderful architecture. The unusual fate of the former regal buildings is that they would end up being a part of a university campus. University of Coimbra’s lovely historical buildings must have been an amazing place to study.
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A Day in The Fortified Town of Óbidos
The adorable town of Óbidos is a place you won’t want to miss on your next trip to Portugal. The entire historic town is enclosed inside a tall, medieval wall for an enchanting scene. Here are some things you will see when you spend a day in the fortified town of Óbidos.
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Hiking Trails of Cabo da Roca, Portugal
The Sintra Mountains seem to tumble down toward the coast and suddenly drop into the Atlantic Ocean. The result is a long stretch of rocky cliffs with dramatic coves. The best way to explore this rugged part of Portugal’s coast is to hike on the trails of Cabo da Roca.
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The Palaces of Sintra
The rolling hills just outside of Lisbon are decorated with colourful and quirky palaces, mansions and castles. Some trail along the ridgelines, others decorate the highest peaks. A few only allow their pointed spires to poke up from the valley bottom. Sintra is a land made for fairytales.
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A Day In Belém, Portugal
The district of Belém is home to some of the most elegant historical buildings in Portugal. Seeing the dazzling designs on Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery may be the highlight of your time in the area. Belém is a suburb of Lisbon and makes a great day day trip from Lisbon.
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Visit Historic Lisbon
Spread across seven hills on the edge of Tagus River, Lisbon has been a draw for visitors for years. With so many beautiful and historically important sites to see, we’ll show you some of the wonderful sites that you will see when you visit the historic city of Lisbon.
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