Lisbon
The capital of seven hills, Lisbon charms with its historic trams, its miradouros (viewpoints), the Alfama district, and unforgettable nights of fado.
Highlights : Tram 28 & Alfama, Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, Miradouro da Graça.
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Portugal charms with its easy-going lifestyle: Lisbon with its trams and azulejo tiles, melancholic fado music, the beaches of the Algarve, Port wine, and the Manueline monasteries of Sintra. An accessible, warm country steeped in history.
The capital of seven hills, Lisbon charms with its historic trams, its miradouros (viewpoints), the Alfama district, and unforgettable nights of fado.
Highlights : Tram 28 & Alfama, Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, Miradouro da Graça.
A city full of character on the Douro river, with its Port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia, the UNESCO-listed Ribeira district, legendary bookshops, and pastéis de nata.
Highlights : Ribeira — riverside district on the Douro, Port wine cellars (Vila Nova de Gaia), Lello Bookshop, Dom Luís I Bridge.
Just 30 minutes from Lisbon, a fairytale village in a misty forest, home to the extravagant UNESCO-listed Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira.
Highlights : Pena National Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, Moorish Castle, Sintra National Palace.
Portugal's finest coastal region: golden cliffs, sea caves, fine sandy beaches, and small fishing villages. Lagos, Sagres, and Albufeira lead the way.
Highlights : Praia da Marinha Beach, Benagil Caves, Cape St. Vincent — the end of the world, Lagos — old town and cliffs.
Portugal is one of the cheapest countries in Western Europe, while still offering an excellent quality of life. Pastelarias and lunchtime restaurants are particularly affordable.