Portugal

Medieval castles, cobblestone villages, captivating cities and golden beaches: the Portugal experience can be many things. History, great food and idyllic scenery are just the beginning.

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Mosteiro de Santa Maria da Vitória
Estremadura & Ribatejo
The extraordinary monastery of Batalha was built to commemorate the 1385 Battle of Aljubarrota (fought just south of here). Most of the monument was…
Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Alcobaça
Estremadura & Ribatejo
One of Iberia's great monasteries utterly dominates the town of Alcobaça. Hiding behind the imposing baroque facade lies a high, austere, monkish church …
Convento de Cristo
Tomar
Wrapped in splendour and mystery, the Knights Templar held enormous power in Portugal from the 12th to 16th centuries, and largely bankrolled the Age of…
Mosteiro dos Jerónimos
Belém
Belém’s undisputed heart-stealer is this Unesco-listed monastery. The mosteiro is the stuff of pure fantasy: a fusion of Diogo de Boitaca’s creative…
Palácio Nacional de Sintra
Sintra
The star of Sintra-Vila is this palace, with its iconic twin conical chimneys and lavish, whimsical interior, which is a mix of Moorish and Manueline…
Castelo de São Jorge
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
Towering dramatically above Lisbon, these mid-11th-century hilltop fortifications sneak into almost every snapshot. Roam its snaking ramparts and pine…
Alfama
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
Wander downhill (to save your legs) through Alfama's steep, narrow, cobblestoned streets and catch a glimpse of the more traditional side of Lisbon before…
Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga
Lisbon
Set in a lemon-fronted, 17th-century palace, the Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga is Lapa’s biggest draw. It presents a star-studded collection of European…

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Best Things to Do
From wine tasting to stargazing, experience the best of Portugal with this guide to the top things to do.
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Things to Know
What to wear when dining out to the best way to get around, our Porto resident gives you the lowdown on things to know before you go to Portugal.
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Transportation
From coastal train rides to DIY exploration with a hire car, here's how to get around Portugal.
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Visa Requirements
All the info you need about getting a visa for Portugal, how long you can stay and the new visa-waiver program coming in 2024.
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Money and Costs
From free museums to wonderful medieval architecture, it's possible to get by on as little as €50 a day in Portugal. Here's how.
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Traveling with Kids
Children are welcomed everywhere you go in Portugal. Check out our top tips and the coolest experiences for your next family trip in Europe.
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Best Road Trips
Throw together an Iberian soundtrack and you're ready to hit the open road in Portugal. Here are our top Portuguese road trips, from the hills to the coast.
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Activities

What to do and where to go in Portugal with kids

Jun 12, 2023 • 6 Min read

Children are welcomed everywhere you go in Portugal. Check out our top tips and the coolest experiences for your next family trip in Europe.

Destination Practicalities
14 things Portugal locals want you to know before you visit
Jun 5, 2023 • 7 Min read
What to wear when dining out to the best way to get around, our Porto resident gives you the lowdown on things to know before you go to Portugal.
Tips & Advice
Do I need a visa to travel to Portugal?
May 27, 2023 • 4 Min read
All the info you need about getting a visa for Portugal, how long you can stay and the new visa-waiver program coming in 2024.
Budget Travel
Portugal on a budget
May 20, 2023 • 6 Min read
From free museums to wonderful medieval architecture, it's possible to get by on as little as €50 a day in Portugal. Here's how.
Hiking
Hiking the Camino? Why it's worth a detour on the Variante Espiritual
May 16, 2023 • 6 Min read
With Santiago de Compostela in sight, the best part of the Camino Portugués may require you to take a detour.
Destination Practicalities
The best time to visit Portugal
May 12, 2023 • 6 Min read
From festivals to budget accommodations, here's what's happening through the year in Portugal.
Hiking
Top 7 hikes in Portugal: from the beaches to the mountains
May 12, 2023 • 6 Min read
Portugal has a hike to suit every ability – from coastal strolls to multi-day treks through mountains and ancient Roman routes. Here's our pick of the best.
Public Transport
How to get around Portugal (without looking like a lost tourist)
May 11, 2023 • 6 Min read
From coastal train rides to DIY exploration with a hire car, here's how to get around Portugal.
Tips & Advice
The 11 best places to visit in Portugal
May 11, 2023 • 7 Min read
Lisbon and Porto get all the love, but there's so much more to Portugal than its captivating historic cities. Here are the 11 best places to visit.
Road Trips
Top 7 road trips in Portugal
May 10, 2023 • 7 Min read
Throw together an Iberian soundtrack and you're ready to hit the open road in Portugal. Here are our top Portuguese road trips, from the hills to the coast.