Cascais
An Irish number with banter and a passion for the pint, O’Neill’s has eclectic live music at 11pm every night of the year.
Must-see nightlife in Portugal
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
O’Gílíns offers Guinness, big-screen sports and live music some nights. It's big with the Irish when the rugby's on.
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
A former tailor's shop turned relaxed Irish pub, with banter, occasional live music and Kilkenny and Guinness on tap.
Braga
A fun little cafe-bar with an alternative vibe that puts on great shows and has a good selection of beers and snacks.
Cascais
For sundowners with a sea view, head to this outdoor place with a pleasant vista overlooking Praia da Rainha beach.
Guimarães
Dug into a narrow stone room and spreading onto the plaza is this funky beer bar. It hosts occasional live bands.
Braga
Buzzy bar hidden behind a saloon-like wooden door, with a local low-key vibe and occasional live music.
Trás-os-Montes
This popular club right inside Bragança's market building features a mix of DJs and live shows.
Lagos
Bang on Meia Praia beach, this poolside hotel bar-restaurant draws a 'resort-chic' crowd.
The Douro
One of the town's most inviting bars, with an alternative vibe and great cocktails.
Parque das Nações
This double-decker chain pub is the liveliest drinking den along the waterfront. There's typical homesick-remedying pub fare, and several beers, including…
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
It's a tourist trap, but this must-see 13th-century monastery turned clattering beer hall oozes atmosphere with its vaults and azulejos of quaffing…
Alto Alentejo
This big barn-like space with vaulted ceiling is where Estremoz youth kick up their heels. Live bands or DJs hold court most weekend nights. In summer the…
Alto Alentejo
On the main drag, Café Brinquete is a handy spot for an espresso. You can also purchase tickets and get times for buses to Estremoz.
