Portugal travel guide
What to see, what to eat, when to go and itineraries by real travelers.
- 28 places to see
- 25 local dishes
Portugal, officially the Portuguese Republic, is a country in Southwestern Europe. Mainland Portugal is located on the southwestern portion of the Iberian Peninsula, and bordered by Spain to the north and east. Portugal also includes the archipelagos of Madeira and the Azores in the Atlantic Ocean. The country has a population of 11.4 million, and Lisbon, its capital, is the largest city. Portugal's internal waters and territorial sea together account for two-fifths of its territory, and its exclusive economic zone is one of Europe's largest. The country's terrain contains a diverse range of landscapes and regional climates.
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What to see in Portugal
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👣 1 visitorBelém Tower
Lisbon
Belém Tower, officially the Tower of Saint Vincent, is a 16th-century fortification located in Lisbon, Portugal, which served as a point of embarkation and disembarkation for Portuguese explorers and as a ceremonial…
👣 1 visitorQuinta da Regaleira
Sintra, Lisbon
Quinta da Regaleira is a quinta constructed from 1904 to '10 and located near the historic centre of Sintra, Portugal. It is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO within the "Cultural Landscape of Sintra".
Batalha Monastery
Batalha, Leiria
The Monastery of Batalha is a Dominican convent in the municipality of Batalha, historical Beira Litoral province, in the Centro of Portugal.
Benagil Cave
Benagil, Faro
Benagil is a hamlet in Portugal, located in the civil parish of Lagoa and Carvoeiro, on the Atlantic coast of the municipality of Lagoa, in the Algarve region.
Bom Jesus do Monte
Braga
The Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte is a Portuguese Catholic shrine in Tenões, outside the city of Braga, in northern Portugal. Its name means Good Jesus of the Mount.
Convent of Christ
Tomar, Santarém
The Convent of Christ of Tomar, also called Convent of Christ or Monastery of Christ, is a former Catholic convent in Tomar, Portugal.
What to eat in Portugal
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😋 tried by 2Pastel de Nata
😋 tried by 1Vinho do Porto
Porto/Valle del Douro
Amêijoas à Bulhão Pato
Lisbona
Leitão à Bairrada
Bairrada
Polvo à Lagareiro
😋 tried by 1Bacalhau à Brás
When to go
The months when this country is one of our destinations of the month.
- January
Lisbon15°C
Mild January days and low-season prices make Lisbon's hills and viewpoints easy to enjoy without crowds.
- February
Algarve17°C
In February almond blossom whitens the Algarve hills and the cliff trails are mild and peaceful.
- March
Madeira19°C
Spring flowers, ocean views and hiking trails.
- April
Porto18°C
April brings mild, brighter days to the Douro riverside, ideal for port cellars and the first sunny terraces.
- May
Coimbra19°C
Historic university city with spring charm and traditional Fado.
- June
Lisbon26°C
On 12-13 June Lisbon celebrates Santo António with grilled sardines, street parties and parades through Alfama.
- July
Azores24°C
In July hydrangeas line every road, whales and dolphins are easy to spot and the Atlantic is at its calmest.
Porto25°C
Port wine cellars, azulejo tiles and Douro River views.
- September
Douro Valley27°C
September is vindima time: the terraced vineyards come alive with the harvest and the quintas welcome visitors.
Algarve27°C
The Atlantic is at its warmest, schools have restarted and the sea caves and beaches finally feel quieter.
Aveiro21°C
Portuguese Venice with colorful boats, Art Nouveau architecture and coastal charm.
- October
Madeira24°C
October brings settled 24°C weather, ideal for levada walks before the winter rains arrive.
Itineraries in Portugal
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